Navigation & Radio at RAF Brize Norton
GB
BZZ
/
EGVN
Radio Frequencies
22
Navigation Aids
3
Radio Frequencies
APP
127.250 MHz
ID: 307834
Ref: 2493
APP
127.250 MHz
ID: 307834
Ref: 2493
ATIS
126.500 MHz
ATIS
ID: 58285
Ref: 2493
ATIS
126.500 MHz
ATIS
ID: 58285
Ref: 2493
CAC
124.275 MHz
Non-Zone Radar Service (See LARS)
ID: 58286
Ref: 2493
CAC
124.275 MHz
Non-Zone Radar Service (See LARS)
ID: 58286
Ref: 2493
DEP
127.250 MHz
ID: 58284
Ref: 2493
DEP
127.250 MHz
ID: 58284
Ref: 2493
GND
121.725 MHz
GND
ID: 58287
Ref: 2493
GND
121.725 MHz
GND
ID: 58287
Ref: 2493
LARS
124.275 MHz
Lower Airspace Radar Service (0900L-1700L)
ID: 307836
Ref: 2493
LARS
124.275 MHz
Lower Airspace Radar Service (0900L-1700L)
ID: 307836
Ref: 2493
OPS
135.750 MHz
OPS
ID: 58289
Ref: 2493
OPS
135.750 MHz
OPS
ID: 58289
Ref: 2493
RDR
133.750 MHz
Director Radar
ID: 58290
Ref: 2493
RDR
133.750 MHz
Director Radar
ID: 58290
Ref: 2493
TWR 1
123.725 MHz
Primary
ID: 58291
Ref: 2493
TWR 1
123.725 MHz
Primary
ID: 58291
Ref: 2493
TWR 2
123.550 MHz
Stby
ID: 307835
Ref: 2493
TWR 2
123.550 MHz
Stby
ID: 307835
Ref: 2493
ZONE
119.000 MHz
Brize CTR. Zone Control/Transits
ID: 58288
Ref: 2493
ZONE
119.000 MHz
Brize CTR. Zone Control/Transits
ID: 58288
Ref: 2493
Navigation Aids
BZ
NDB
0.386 MHz
Brize Norton
Location
Latitude:
51.749199°
Longitude:
-1.601620°
Elevation:
288 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-2.527°
ID: 86513
BZN
TACAN
111.900 MHz
Brize Norton
Location
Latitude:
51.748199°
Longitude:
-1.603530°
Elevation:
331 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
RNAV
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
-2.527°
DME Information
Channel:
056X
Frequency:
111.900 MHz
ID: 86524
BZN
TACAN
111.900 MHz
Brize Norton
Location
Latitude:
51.748199°
Longitude:
-1.603530°
Elevation:
331 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
RNAV
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
-2.527°
DME Information
Channel:
056X
Frequency:
111.900 MHz
ID: 86524
Understanding Airport Navigation & Radio Communications
Radio Frequencies in Aviation
Radio frequencies are essential for communication between aircraft, air traffic control, and ground services. Here are the common types:
Common Frequency Types
- ATIS (Automatic Terminal Information Service): Continuous broadcast of airport conditions
- Ground: Communication with ground control for taxi instructions
- Tower: Communication with air traffic control tower
- Approach/Departure: Handling arriving and departing aircraft
- UNICOM/CTAF: Used at airports without control towers
Frequency Ranges
- VHF Band: 118.000 - 136.975 MHz
- Emergency: 121.5 MHz (International emergency frequency)
- Ground Control: Usually 121.6 - 121.9 MHz
- ATIS: Usually 108 - 118 MHz
- UNICOM: Typically 122.8 MHz (uncontrolled airports)
Navigation Aids (Navaids)
Navigation aids are electronic systems that help pilots determine their position and navigate safely. Here are the main types:
Types of Navaids
- VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range): Provides bearing information to aircraft
- DME (Distance Measuring Equipment): Gives slant-range distance to the station
- NDB (Non-Directional Beacon): Simple radio beacon for basic navigation
- TACAN (Tactical Air Navigation): Military version of VOR/DME
- VORTAC: Combined VOR and TACAN facility
Usage Types & Power Levels
- HI: High altitude navigation
- LO: Low altitude navigation
- TERM: Terminal area navigation
- Power Levels: HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW (affects range)
- RNAV: Area navigation capability
Important Notes
- Always verify frequencies and navaid status in current aviation publications
- Magnetic variation changes over time and should be considered when using navaids
- Some navaids may be out of service or have limited hours of operation
- DME distances are slant-range and may differ from actual ground distance