ICAO English & SAELPT
Pilots must show they can communicate in English to a defined standard to use their licence on the radio.
Why it matters
ICAO operational level (Level 4) is required to exercise privileges using English radiotelephony.
The six skills
Pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension and interactions.
Validity
Level 4 is re-tested periodically; higher levels last longer.
Regulations cited
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