Test of English for Aviation should not be confused with TOEFA.
The Test of English for Aviation (T.E.A.) is a language proficiency test designed and developed by Mayflower College[1] in the United Kingdom.
T.E.A. is accredited by numerous national civil aviation authorities including the UK CAA.
50,000+ aviation specialists have taken T.E.A. in 100+ test centres around the world.
Following several accidents and incidents where language was a contributing factor (viz.), the International Civil Aviation Organization now requires all civil pilots and Air traffic controllers (working in an international environment) to have a minimum level of English.
Six skills (Vocabulary, Structure, Pronunciation, Fluency, Comprehension, Interactions) are assessed on a scale from 1 to 6 (1 = Pre-Elementary, 6=Expert). The lowest of the 6 scores determines the overall score.Level 4 (Operational) is the required minimum.Only speaking and listening skills are assessed.
The test takes the form of a one-to-one interview between the candidate and a trained examiner.
What is the T.E.A. test?
T.E.A. Ltd. and Plymouth University are the developers of the International Maritime English Testing System (IMETS)