Reviewed by Tim Hittinger, ICAO examiner (A-126-LPE)Why this is particularly easy for you
- You take the “ICAO Level” test of the language testing body LTB 112, certified by Austro Control.
- Your examiners are on Austro Control’s list of examiners.
- The test runs online – no travel, with slots 7 days a week.
Having your language endorsement entered
- Take the test and receive your certificate by email within 24 hours.
- Fill in the application: Austro Control’s form “Antrag auf Eintragung eines Sprachenvermerks” (PDF, German).
- Submit: according to Austro Control, send the application and certificate by email to pilots@austrocontrol.at or by post to Austro Control GmbH, Luftfahrtagentur, Schnirchgasse 17, 1030 Vienna.
- Entry: Austro Control enters the language endorsement in your licence and charges a fee under its fee regulation.
According to the form, the examiner’s signature is only required for test procedures not supervised by Austro Control. For LTB 112 it is therefore not needed.
Check for yourself
Austro Control publishes the lists of approved language testing bodies, certified tests and language proficiency examiners. There you will find LTB 112, the “ICAO Level” test (Levels 4, 5 and 6) and our examiners with the numbers A-126-LPE, A-143-LPE and A-187-LPE.
Is the online test permitted?
Yes. Austro Control’s requirements provide for language assessments “in person or online”. The certificate is no different from a test on site. Equipment and procedure of the online test
Frequently asked questions from Austria
Who needs a language endorsement in Austria?
All pilots covered by FCL.055 who use the radio – aeroplane, helicopter, airship, powered-lift and, since 2026, gyroplane pilots. According to Austro Control, sailplanes and free balloons are exempt.
Can I go straight for Level 6?
Yes. In the open Level 4–6 test you are certified at the level you demonstrate – no decision in advance.
Which currency do I pay in?
In euros – Level 4–6 costs €259, Level 4 only €199, both including VAT.
Sources
- Austro Control: language proficiency (German) – austrocontrol.at
- Austro Control: FAQ language proficiency (German) – austrocontrol.at