Twenty-three (23) air traffic control cadets tutored on intensive six-week Aviation English Language Course have successfully graduated from the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, in collaboration with the African School of Meteorology and Civil Aviation (EAMAC), Niamey, Republic of Niger.
The specialised AVEL immersion programme was designed to equip Air Navigation Service (ANS) professionals from non-English speaking countries with ICAO Level 4 Operational Proficiency in English language communication — a critical requirement for effective communication in international airspace.
The curriculum covered key aspects of air navigation service operations, combining language immersion with practical exposure.
Participants were immersed in real-time simulation exercises, interactive language labs, and practical modules tailored to aviation-specific scenarios.
Dr Danjuma Adamu Ismaila, the Rector and Chief Executive Officer of NCAT, stressed the importance of effective communication in the aviation sector, saying that the programme is a testament to NCAT’s commitment to regional cooperation and capacity building in aviation safety that represents a key investment in the future of African aviation.
According to him, “By equipping and strengthening cadets with the language tools and operational insight they need, we are directly contributing to safer skies and more effective coordination across borders. Specifically, strengthening the foundation of safe airspace operations across Africa.”
He lauded the cadets’ dedication and emphasised the significance of the programme, which reflects the commitment of both leading institutions in aviation training on the continent to fostering regional cooperation and raising operational standards in aviation.
