ICAO grants 3-year Implementation period for
English Language Proficiency requirements
In September 2007, the ICAO Assembly adopted Resolution A36-30/1. In that resolution ICAO recognised that many States have made substantial efforts to comply with the ICAO English language proficiency requirement by the applicability date of 5 March 2008 but that some States need additional time.
ICAO Assembly Resolution A36-30/1 urges States who did not comply by 5 March 2008 to post a language proficiency implementation plan on the ICAO website.
The Implementation Plan
States should develop an Implementation Plan that:
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Assesses their progress so far;
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Explains their plan for full compliance;
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Posts a description of the interim measures they are taking to mitigate risk until full compliance is achieved.
In developing this Implementation Plan it is recommended that States seek expert assistance to:
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Survey State implementation efforts made so far;
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Review State benchmark and licensing test systems;
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Recommend interim risk mitigation procedures;
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Write the Implementation Plan document; and
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Assess plan outcomes.
Aviation English Services can assist States in the development of the implementation plan – email us at info@aeservices.co.nz
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