Native English speakers can alter word choices and other speaking habits to help non-native speakers understand.
Research shows that native English speakers (NES) can hugely benefit from knowing what specific and simple things they can do when speaking to non-native English speakers (NNES)1 to increase understanding and successful communication.2,3
Experts say pilots and air traffic controllers who are not native English speakers may need refresher training in aviation English before they return to work.
Flight Deck, Managing Editor’s Notebook, Opinion
Critical information is lost when all pilots and controllers aren’t speaking the same language.
Poor language skills play an often-unrecognized role in aircraft accidents.
