• Ameena Mohamed Ali
• Dr. Sunil Kumar Jha

Aviation English, a language of precision and clarity, is a crucial component of most fields of English for Specific Purposes. It features an aviation-specific lexicon that is a valuable resource for aviation professionals such as pilots, ATCOs, and other aviators. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) formally adopted English as the universal language for aviation during the Chicago Convention on December 7, 1944, after 52 member states signed it. This decision aimed to standardize communication and improve aviation safety worldwide. This global recognition of Aviation English underscores its universality and significance in the aviation industry. Standardization of Aviation English globally is mainly driven by the significant influence exerted by English-speaking countries in aircraft design and production. Due to the unique demands of aviation, pilots must be proficient and accurate in English, as opposed to general communication, where precision is only necessary to convey the message. These clear communications are not just a matter of language; they are a matter of safety. In the aviation industry, clear communication is a critical factor in avoiding ambiguity and miscommunications, thereby ensuring air safety. Task-Based Learning (TBL) has become a fundamental approach in modern English language teaching and learning, emphasizing fluency even when minor accuracy errors occur. It includes pre-task, task-cycle and post-task activities, which emphasise accuracy and play a crucial role in helping aviation professionals develop their proficient language skills and essential non-linguistic skills needed for their roles, thereby enhancing safety in the aviation industry. This paper aims to analyse the effectiveness of the TBL activities through classroom observations and interviews in teaching Listening and Speaking skills from the perspective of Aviation English as an English for Specific Purposes (ESP). The focus of this initiative is to propose the integration of task-based learning (TBL) into the instruction of listening and speaking skills within aviation English classrooms at Oman Aircraft Control College (OACC). This approach aims to enhance students' receptive (listening) and productive (speaking) abilities, fostering a more dynamic learning environment.

Aviation English, Task-Based Learning (TBL), listening and speaking

"Classroom Observations on the Effectiveness of Task-Based Learning in Aviation English Language Teachings", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 9, page no.e637-e645, September-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2409478.pdf

"Classroom Observations on the Effectiveness of Task-Based Learning in Aviation English Language Teachings", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 9, page no. ppe637-e645, September-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2409478.pdf