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MOCK EXAM
FOR ATCOs
SkyComm Test of Aviation English for Air Traffic Controllers (ATCOs) is designed to assess communication skills in both routine and non-routine aviation scenarios, following ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements.
Whether you are preparing for the EUROCONTROL exam or for an aviation English proficiency exam at the national level, SkyComm's mock exam with a series of tasks that evaluate specific language skills critical for safe and clear communication between pilots and ATCOs is your best companion to determine your current ICAO English language proficiency level.
Test Structure
This structured mock assessment ensures a thorough evaluation of ATCOs' aviation English proficiency in realistic contexts. Each task is specifically crafted to reflect real-world situations, providing an authentic testing experience to help ATCOs comply with global standards.
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Short Messages
In this task, there are three short pilot-to-controller radio messages. The test-takers will listen to each radio message and then fill in the information missing.
Extended Communication
In this task, there is an extended radio communication. The test-takers will be presented two multiple-choice questions after listening to the recording.
Incomplete Statements
The candidates are presented with a radio communication recording between a pilot and an air traffic controller, and they will need to identify the statement that completes the incomplete statements correctly.
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False Statements
In this task, there is an aeronautical radio communication recording, and there are two questions related to it. The candidates need to identify the false statement in each question.
Personal Interview
In this task, the candidates will be addressed five short questions about their professional background, motivation for becoming an air traffic controller, general aviation, etc.
Accurate Phraseology
Candidates will be presented with two different scenarios involving standard radio communications. They will first listen to each radio call, then respond to the call using standard phraseology.
Picture Description
In this task, the candidates will be shown a photo depicting an aviation-related situation, and they will be expected to describe the photo in as much detail as possible.
Video-based analysis
Candidates will be shown a video depicting an aviation-related situation, and they will be required to describe the chain of events in the video in as much detail as possible.
Emergency Response
Candidates will be presented with an emergency scenario and a fact sheet. They will review the scenario and describe how they would handle the emergency situation based on the information given.