Taking readers step-by-step through the major issues surrounding the use
of English in the global aviation industry, this book provides a clear
introduction to turning research into practice in the field of English
for Specific Purposes (ESP), specifically Aviation English, and a
valuable case study of applied linguistics in action. With both
cutting-edge research and evidence-based practice, the critical role of
English in aviation is explored across a variety of contexts, including
the national and global policies impacting training and language
assessment for pilots, air-traffic controllers, ground staff, and
students.
English in Global Aviation teaches readers how to apply linguistic
research to real world, practical settings. The book uses a range of
corpus-based findings and related research to provide an effective
analysis of the language needs of the aviation industry and an extended
look at linguistic principles in action. Readers are presented with case
studies, transcriptions, radiotelephony, and a clear breakdown of the
common vocabulary and phrasal patterns of aviation discourse. Students
and teachers of both linguistics and aviation will discover the
requirements and challenges of successful intercultural communication in
this industry, as well as insights into how to teach, develop, and
assess aviation English language courses.
