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Aviation English requirements
FAA pilot certificates require English proficiency. Learn what the FAA and ICAO expect, and how our bilingual team helps you build confident aviation English while you train.
Read, speak, write and understand English
Level 4 operational minimum
All ATC communication in English
Bilingual support while you learn
Why English matters in aviation
English is the international language of aviation. To earn an FAA certificate you must read, speak, write and understand English, and your certificate will carry an English proficiency endorsement.
- FAA knowledge tests are in English
- Checkrides and radio calls are in English
- ICAO Level 4 is the international minimum
- Aviation phraseology is learned in training
- Our team explains concepts in Spanish when needed
Building aviation English
Most students improve quickly once they start flying every day.
Assessment
We discuss your English level during admissions.
Ground training
Learn aviation terms and phraseology in context.
Radio practice
Practice ATC communication on the ground and in the air.
Checkride ready
Build the confidence to pass exams and checkrides in English.
Learn in the language you know best
Spanish explanations
Complex topics explained in Spanish when helpful.
Radio confidence
Practice real ATC phraseology every lesson.
Aviation vocabulary
Build the vocabulary used in exams and flight.
Supportive community
Train alongside other international students.
Prepare for training
International Admissions
Step-by-step application for international students.
TSA / FTSP
Flight Training Security Program approval for non-U.S. citizens.
International FAQ
Answers to common questions from international students.
Requirements depend on your program and visa. Your admissions advisor will confirm what you need.
Level 4 (Operational) is the minimum ICAO English proficiency level for pilots and controllers flying international operations.
No. FAA knowledge tests and practical tests are conducted in English.
Fly with confident English
Request information and an advisor will discuss your English level and training plan.
- 10280 10th St, Miami, FL 33172
- Advising in English and Spanish