EXAMS / EASA FCL .055
EASA FCL .055
LVL 4LVL 5LVL 6The language proficiency exam under EASA FCL .055 is required for licenses valid in EASA member states. TALPA Test Center, as an EASA-recognized exam center, also conducts this assessment.
DURATION ~30 MIN · 3 PARTS · MON & WED ONLY
01 / FORMAT
Exam format
Personal interview
A one-on-one interview in English about the candidate's professional life.
03:24Listening
A single listen of two audio recordings with no visuals; note-taking is allowed.
Vocabulary, structure and pronunciation
Assessment following a 20-second review of an aviation-themed photograph.
02 / SCHEDULING
Exam days and recognition
EASA exams are only scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Some Countries Recognizing the EASA License
Belgium, Denmark, Bulgaria, Czechia, France, Germany (excluding PPL), Greece, Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Slovakia.
See easa.europa.eu for the current EASA member state list03 / ASSESSMENT
Assessment
| Criterion | Description |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | Intelligibility of pronunciation, stress, rhythm and intonation. |
| Structure | Accurate use of basic and complex grammatical structures. |
| Vocabulary | Range and accuracy of vocabulary, including idiomatic usage. |
| Fluency | Tempo of speech, hesitation and natural use of discourse markers. |
| Comprehension | Understanding on common, concrete and work-related topics. |
| Interaction | Immediate, appropriate responses; maintaining and verifying the exchange. |
The final level is the lowest of the six criteria.
04 / FEE & RULES
Fee and rules
The current fee is shown at the payment step of the application wizard.
- Self-service appointment changes are not possible within 72 hours of the exam; call the center for changes.
- A valid photo ID (national ID card or passport) is mandatory on exam day.
- Candidates must be present at the center at least 20 minutes before the exam.