Navigation & Radio at Cochin International Airport

IN

COK / VOCI
Radio Frequencies
5
Navigation Aids
9

Radio Frequencies

APP 119.750 MHz
APP
ID: 53791 Ref: 26609
ATIS 126.200 MHz
ATIS
ID: 53792 Ref: 26609
GND 121.750 MHz
GND
ID: 53793 Ref: 26609
TWR 118.800 MHz
TWR
ID: 53794 Ref: 26609
TWR 118.800 MHz
TWR
ID: 53794 Ref: 26609

Navigation Aids

CA NDB
0.268 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.040800°
Longitude: 76.278999°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: TERMINAL
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.201°
ID: 86542
CA NDB
0.268 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.040800°
Longitude: 76.278999°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: TERMINAL
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.201°
ID: 86542
CA NDB
0.293 MHz

Kolkata

Location

Latitude: 22.583799°
Longitude: 88.439903°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -0.333°
ID: 86543
CA NDB
0.293 MHz

Kolkata

Location

Latitude: 22.583799°
Longitude: 88.439903°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -0.333°
ID: 86543
CI NDB
0.217 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.149400°
Longitude: 76.484200°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: TERMINAL
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.187°
ID: 86784
CI NDB
0.217 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.149400°
Longitude: 76.484200°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: TERMINAL
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.187°
ID: 86784
CIA VOR-DME
113.500 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.150500°
Longitude: 76.372597°
Elevation: 49 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -2.188°

DME Information

Channel: 082X
Frequency: 113.500 MHz
ID: 86790
CIB VOR-DME
117.300 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.115300°
Longitude: 76.681702°
Elevation: 28 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -2.189°

DME Information

Channel: 120X
Frequency: 117.300 MHz
ID: 86795
CIB VOR-DME
117.300 MHz

Cochin Intl

Location

Latitude: 10.115300°
Longitude: 76.681702°
Elevation: 28 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -2.189°

DME Information

Channel: 120X
Frequency: 117.300 MHz
ID: 86795

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