In part three of the ICAO English test you have 30 seconds to describe one picture.
Sample description
The picture was probably taken from the terminal. In the foreground we see an aircraft. In the distant background there is a church tower on the left and some airport buildings. The whole scene is part of the airport infrastructure with the apron and the taxiway. The aircraft is already taxiing to the runway.
Useful words and phrases
- foreground / background – front / far part of the picture
- airport infrastructure – airport buildings and areas
- apron – area where aircraft are parked
- taxiway – path connecting apron to runway
- aircraft taxiing – moving slowly before takeoff
Typical exam questions and answers
Q: Describe the weather conditions.
A: The weather looks clear with good visibility.
Q: What are the possible risks?
A: Aircraft must follow taxi instructions to avoid conflicts.
Q: What would you do as a pilot?
A: Follow ATC instructions and taxi safely.
Aircraft taxiing from the terminal
This picture was probably taken from the terminal, showing airport infrastructure.
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In the ICAO4U app you will find many photos and recordings very similar to the real exam. It is like a legal cheat sheet – you can practice with realistic examples, build vocabulary, and prepare with confidence.
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