Civil aviation flying high thanks to language proficiency test

Civil aviation flying high thanks to language proficiency test

A test that assesses the English language proficiency of pilots and air traffic controllers is set to return to RMIT.

Airport RMIT English Language Test back by popular demand. Image courtesy of RMIT Training.

Developed in 2005, the RMIT English Language Test for Aviation (RELTA) is a free online test that assesses listening and speaking skills.

RMIT Training CEO Rachel Holthouse said the decision to recommence the RELTA was based on significant sector growth, coupled with the critical need for accurate and user-friendly testing.

“English language proficiency is a key component in the training of new aviation personnel around the globe, and continues to play a major role in aviation safety,” she said.

RELTA is endorsed by 28 civil aviation authorities and recognised as a preferred test by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

“We are committed to working alongside the many aviation organisations we’ve partnered with for over 10 years to ensure English language proficiency can be reached, tested and maintained,” Holthouse said.

28,000 air traffic controller and pilot candidates were tested using RELTA between 2005 and 2016.

Moscow Aviation Institute (MAI) Department of Foreign Languages Director, Dr Alexander Kalliopin, said RELTA was accredited by the Russian Civil Aviation Authority and had been used by MAI to assess pilot and air traffic controller English language proficiency since 2005.

“Airlines and other users across Russia have found RELTA to be a reliable instrument in this critical safety area,” he said.

RMIT English Worldwide (REW) has 50 years' experience writing English materials and delivering tailored training and testing solutions. RELTA is available to organisations with Civil Aviation Authority accreditation and consists of a 30-minute speaking test and 50-minute listening test. 

12 August 2018

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12 August 2018

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