✈️ How to Become a Certified ICAO Language Proficiency Examiner
- Andrew
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
Are you a pilot, language expert, or aviation instructor looking to take your career to the next level? Becoming an ICAO English Language Proficiency Examiner opens the door to a specialized, high-demand field where safety, communication, and certification come together.
At Level6 Aviation, we offer internationally recognized ICAO Examiner Training designed to prepare you for this rewarding and respected role.
🎯 Why Become an ICAO English Examiner?
The global aviation industry relies on standardized English communication to ensure flight safety. ICAO mandates that all pilots and air traffic controllers demonstrate a minimum English proficiency level.
By becoming an ICAO English Examiner, you’ll:
Play a critical role in aviation safety and compliance
Work with pilots and ATCOs from around the world
Expand your career opportunities—many examiners work with training centers, airlines, or freelance
Earn additional income and professional recognition in a niche, regulated field
📋 What Are the Requirements?
To train as an ICAO Language Examiner (LPE), you typically need:
A background in aviation or linguistics (pilots, ATCOs, TEFL/ESOL teachers, etc.)
A good command of aviation phraseology and ICAO standard communications
A desire to contribute to aviation standards and help others succeed
At Level6 Aviation, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds—as long as you are passionate about aviation and communication.
🎓 What’s Included in Our ICAO Examiner Training Course?
Our training program is fully online and follows ICAO Doc 9835 and 9790 guidelines. Here’s what you can expect:
Complete ICAO framework training, including rating scale, holistic descriptors, and test structure
Live sessions with experienced instructors and certified examiners
Practical examiner tasks, including scoring and commenting on real audio samples
Certification and eligibility to join our examiner team or work independently
🖥️ All training is remote, so you can participate from anywhere in the world.
🌍 Who Can Benefit from This Training?
Pilots transitioning into aviation education or safety roles
English instructors looking to specialize in the aviation sector
Flight schools, ATOs, Airlines that want to train internal examiners
Independent professionals aiming to become authorized freelance LPEs
Whether you're in Europe, Asia, Africa or the Americas, Level6 Aviation provides internationally accessible training with a flexible schedule.
💼 Become Part of a Global Network
After certification, you'll have the opportunity to:
Join the Level6 Aviation Examiner Team
Be listed as a qualified LPE available for online testing
Offer testing services to ATOs, airlines, and training providers
Get involved in ongoing calibration and examiner development workshops
✅ Ready to Get Started?
Becoming an ICAO English Language Examiner is more than a qualification—it’s a step into the future of aviation training.
✔️ Train 100% Online, at Your Own Pace
✔️ Join a Growing Network of Certified LPEs Worldwide
🧭 Final Thoughts
In today’s aviation environment, English proficiency is not optional—it’s critical. By training as an examiner, you become part of the solution, helping pilots and controllers operate safely, confidently, and internationally.
Start your journey with Level6 Aviation—the trusted name in ICAO English Testing and Examiner Certification.
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