In part three of the ICAO English test you have 30 seconds to describe one picture.
Sample description
This is a view at a controlled airport, looking towards the terminal building. There are many small airport vehicles around the terminal: trucks, tractors, tug cars, and mobile stairs. The mobile stairs are about to be deployed to the aircraft that has just landed.
Useful words and phrases
- controlled airport – airport with ATC
- terminal building – main airport building
- airport vehicles – vehicles used at airports
- tug car – vehicle to push or pull aircraft
- mobile stairs – movable stairs for boarding
Typical exam questions and answers
Q: Describe the weather conditions.
A: The picture shows good visibility.
Q: What are the possible risks?
A: Many vehicles increase risk of collision.
Q: What would you do as a pilot?
A: Wait for ground control and keep distance.
Busy apron with airport vehicles
This short shows a controlled airport with lots of ground service vehicles.
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