Pilot ELP Tests Online
The official ICAO English test lasts around 20 minutes.
⚠️ This free sample follows English4Aviation’s format; other providers may use different formats. ⚠️
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DIRECT INTERVIEW PART
The direct part of the ICAO English Test takes at least 5 minutes. In this section, an examiner asks open-ended questions to assess your fluency, clarity, and ability to discuss both aviation topics and everyday subjects.
Sample Questions:
Question 1:
What was one of your best trips?
Question 2:
Why did you choose to become a pilot?
Question 3:
What aircraft do you fly right now?
Question 4:
What do you like to do in your free time?
Question 5:
What do you want to do next in your career as a pilot?
SEMI DIRECT PART
The semi-direct part of the ICAO English Test lasts around 15 minutes. You will hear questions but not see them displayed, except for tasks with images or ICAO phraseology. Each response should be at least two full sentences.
Listening Questions (Part 1):
General Questions:
Is this your first time taking a language proficiency exam in aviation?
General Questions:
Are you training at a flight school right now?
Education Training:
Which subject did you enjoy the most during your pilot studies?
Emergencies:
What steps would you take if something unusual happened during a flight?
ICAO Phraseology:
Please read back the following numbers using Aviation Standard Phraseology.
Please pronounce the following letters using Aviation Standard Phraseology.
Pictures:
Have a look at the following picture. Describe, what you can see in as much detail as possible.
Have a look at the following picture. Describe, what you can see in as much detail as possible.
