Cabin crew
Evidence of your English proficiency for airline recruitment, a new role or an employer’s language requirements. Clear communication matters when working with passengers and colleagues.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR EMPLOYMENT
Aviation English Test for Cabin Crew & Ground Staff
Get an English proficiency certificate for cabin crew or ground staff employment, assessed using the ICAO rating scale. Take your 20-minute test online and receive your result and certificate within 12 hours.
- Online assessment
- ICAO rating scale
- Certificate of your assessed level
- Duration
- 20 minutes
- Where
- Online via Zoom
- Results & certificate
- Within 12 hours
- What you need
- Camera, microphone and a stable connection
ONE TEST. TWO CAREER PATHS.
Your English skills. Your next opportunity.
A clear record of your Aviation English proficiency to support your application or meet an employer’s request for a language certificate.
Ground staff
Evidence of your English proficiency for airport and ground-handling employment. Suitable for staff who need to demonstrate their ability to communicate in an aviation workplace.
Assessed using the ICAO rating scale
Your speaking and listening are assessed using the ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale and holistic descriptors described in Doc 9835. The assessment covers six areas:
Pronunciation
How clearly your speech can be understood.
Structure
How effectively you use grammar to communicate meaning.
Vocabulary
The words and expressions you use to explain yourself.
Fluency
How naturally you maintain the flow of speech.
Comprehension
How well you understand spoken English.
Interaction
How effectively you respond, clarify and keep a conversation going.
What to expect during your test
The assessment focuses on practical spoken English, with general questions tailored to cabin crew and ground staff. You’ll complete the following activities during your online appointment:
The assessment is conducted in English.
- Listen and respondListen to questions and answer in full sentences. The questions use general, accessible topics tailored to cabin crew and ground staff.
- Describe picturesDescribe what you can see in aviation-related pictures, using your own words to explain the scene.
- Speak with your assessorTake part in a conversation with your assessor. You’ll have the opportunity to explain your ideas, respond to questions and demonstrate your English.
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GOOD TO KNOW
Questions about the test
Is this the same test for cabin crew and ground staff?
Yes. Both groups take the same Aviation English test, with a choice of Level 4 Only or an assessment covering Levels 4, 5 and 6.
What does my certificate show?
Your certificate records your assessed English proficiency using the ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale and holistic descriptors described in ICAO Doc 9835.
Which test option should I choose?
Level 4 Only assesses your English against Level 4 and does not award Level 5 or 6. Levels 4–6 gives you the opportunity to demonstrate Level 4, 5 or 6. Choose the wider assessment if you want your result to reflect proficiency above Level 4. In both options, your result depends on your performance.
What happens if I don’t reach Level 4?
You still receive a certificate showing your assessed level, even if it is below Level 4. Choosing Level 4 Only or Levels 4–6 does not guarantee a Level 4 or higher result.
What equipment do I need?
You’ll need a device with a working camera and microphone, a stable internet connection and access to Zoom. Choose a quiet place where you can hear clearly and speak without interruption.
My employer asks for an ICAO English certificate. Is this the right test?
This assessment provides an ICAO-scale English proficiency certificate for employment.
Does this certificate provide a licence endorsement or airport driving authorisation?
This certificate provides evidence of language proficiency for employment. Pilot licence requirements and ADR.OPS.B.029 airport-driver requirements are covered by our separate test pages.