MentorLab Nepal Partners with Pilot Association to Launch ICAO Aviation English Test and Training

Kathmandu: MentorLab Nepal has signed an agreement with the Pilot Association of Nepal (PAN) to introduce the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Aviation Language Proficiency Test (ALPT) and specialised English training programmes for pilots, air traffic controllers (ATCs), and other aviation professionals across the country.

The collaboration aims to align Nepal’s aviation communication standards with global ICAO requirements, ensuring accurate, effective, and standardised communication between pilots and ATCs — a vital component of flight safety and operational excellence.

The ICAO ALPT assesses six key areas of language competence: pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, and interaction. Aviation professionals must attain a minimum Level 4 proficiency to meet international operational standards.

“This partnership marks a major step towards safer skies for Nepal. ICAO English proficiency is essential for every pilot and air traffic controller, and this collaboration will help make our aviation professionals globally competent,” said Captain Lekh Nath Pokhrel, President of the Pilot Association of Nepal.

“At MentorLab Nepal, we believe in transforming professionals through world-class learning. Partnering with PAN enables us to contribute directly to aviation safety while helping pilots and ATCs enhance their communication skills,” said Bhanu Dabadi, Co-Founder of MentorLab Nepal.

Beyond aviation, MentorLab Nepal continues to advance capacity development and global learning initiatives through corporate training, executive education, and study-abroad programmes. The organisation is also preparing to launch GoAcad, an innovative Learning Management System (LMS) designed to deliver interactive, on-demand digital learning experiences for students and professionals.