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 The interdisciplinary know-how of our employees is the basis for the extensive scope of work our EASA approval covers. Since… | |
 To complement Icom's growing 8.33kHz range of Airband radios, we are pleased to introduce the IC-A16E 8.33/25 kHz ground to… | |
 The IC-A25CE is the latest development in airband radio technology. Featuring 6 watts of output power, this stylish modern design… | |
 The IC-A25CE is the latest development in airband radio technology. Featuring 6 watts of output power, this stylish modern design… | |
 The IC-A25NE is the latest development in airband radio technology featuring built-in Bluetooth, GPS and significant VOR navigation functions. Featuring… | |
 The IC-A25NE is the latest development in airband radio technology featuring built-in Bluetooth, GPS and significant VOR navigation functions. Featuring… | |
 Now with Rechargeable Batteries The EZI33XLT+ is the NEW scanner in the Uniden Bearcat range. Replacing the popular EZI33XLT, this pocket… | |
 Compact Wideband Handheld Receiver While retaining basic features of its popular predecessor the IC-R5, the IC-R6 contains many improvements including… | |
 Portable Voice Activated Aviation Intercom – same as the PA200 but designed to plug straight into Yaesu/Vertex radios such as… | |
 The new FTA-250L is an ultra-compact (W52 x H105 x D30mm) and competitively priced COMM ONLY transceiver. It does not… |
Aircraft typically have several types of radios installed to facilitate communication and navigation. These radios serve various purposes and are crucial for ensuring safe and efficient operations in the airspace.
Very High Frequency (VHF) Radios are used for communication with air traffic control (ATC) and other aircraft. They operate in the VHF frequency band (118.000 to 136.975 MHz) and are the primary means of communication in aviation.
High Frequency (HF) Radios are used for long-distance communication, especially when flying over remote areas or oceanic routes where VHF communication is not possible. They operate in the HF frequency range (2.0 to 30.0 MHz).
UHF (Ultra High Frequency) Radios are used in some military and civil aviation applications, including communication between military aircraft and for ground-to-air communication.
Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT) are not radios in the traditional sense, but they are radio beacons that transmit distress signals on designated frequencies (121.5 MHz and 406 MHz) in the event of an emergency, such as a crash or forced landing.
Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS) Transponders work in conjunction with secondary surveillance radar (SSR) to enhance aircraft visibility and collision avoidance. They transmit Mode S and Mode C responses to radar interrogations.
Transponders are used to reply to ground-based radar interrogations with the aircraft’s identity and altitude. They are essential for air traffic control and are often used in conjunction with primary radar.
Datalink Radios allow for the exchange of digital data between aircraft and air traffic control. They are used for tasks such as sending flight plans, receiving weather updates, and providing position reports.
Navigation Radios include various systems such as VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range), ADF (Automatic Direction Finder), DME (Distance Measuring Equipment), and GPS (Global Positioning System) receivers. They are used for navigation and determining the aircraft’s position.
Satellite Communication Systems enable long-range voice and data communication, including internet access for passengers and crew.
Cabin Radios are used for communication within the aircraft, allowing the flight crew and cabin crew to communicate with each other.
It’s important to note that the specific radios and avionics equipment on an aircraft can vary depending on the type of aircraft, its intended use (e.g., commercial airliner, general aviation, military), and its vintage. Aviation technology continues to evolve, and modern aircraft often feature advanced communication systems to enhance safety and efficiency.