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How do you find airport frequencies?
You can also find other air-related frequencies used around a major airport by doing a Geographic Search for the latitude/longitude of your airport. Go to: FCC Geographic Search. Enter the Lat/Lon of the airport (from AirNav)
Are all ground frequencies 121?
In the dark ages, all ground frequencies were 121. XX. They aren’t anymore, but some tower controllers speak as though they were. It ALWAYS means 121.
Are aircraft frequencies AM or FM?
Aviation voice radios use VHF AM. AM is used so that multiple stations on the same channel can be received. (Use of FM would result in stronger stations blocking out reception of weaker stations due to FM’s capture effect).
How often are Atis updated?
ATIS is usually updated once an hour; 30 minutes at some airports. If the weather or airport conditions change significantly before the next version is due, a new message is recorded immediately with the word “special” added after the zulu time. This alerts pilots that a significant change has occurred.
How do I listen to local air traffic control?
To listen to your local air traffic control, you’ll need to obtain a radio scanner that’s capable of receiving frequencies between 118.0 and 136.975 MHz. Then, go on sites like skyvector.com to find an aeronautical sectional chart of your local area.
How do you control the volume on a car radio?
When it comes to ways to control the volume and tracking or seeking on a car radio, the three most popular options are rotary volume controls, pushbuttons and touchscreen interfaces. While many buyers focus on features like Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and backup cameras when shopping, there’s more to consider.
What is the emergency frequency for air traffic control?
121.5 is the emergency frequency. If there is some sort of emergency, pilots will transmit on it. You could also hear an emergency locator beacon on this frequency if a plane crashes. Search 122.0-123.65 for Unicom (uncontrolled airports) and air to air communications.
How do I change the song on my car radio?
With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, you can use voice commands with your smartphone to change the song you’re listening to or select a different streaming audio service. Most cars come with buttons on the steering wheel that will let you adjust the radio volume, change tracks or change media sources.