Navigation & Radio at London Gatwick Airport
GB
LGW
/
EGKK
Radio Frequencies
10
Navigation Aids
4
Radio Frequencies
APP
126.825 MHz
APP
ID: 58462
Ref: 2429
ATIS
136.525 MHz
ATIS
ID: 58463
Ref: 2429
ATIS
136.525 MHz
ATIS
ID: 58463
Ref: 2429
CLD
121.955 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 58464
Ref: 2429
CLD
121.955 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 58464
Ref: 2429
Dir
118.950 MHz
Director
ID: 329163
Ref: 2429
Dir
118.950 MHz
Director
ID: 329163
Ref: 2429
GND
121.805 MHz
GND
ID: 58465
Ref: 2429
GND
121.805 MHz
GND
ID: 58465
Ref: 2429
TWR
124.230 MHz
TWR
ID: 58466
Ref: 2429
Navigation Aids
GE
NDB
0.338 MHz
Gatwick
Location
Latitude:
51.164398°
Longitude:
-0.069133°
Elevation:
N/A ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-2.126°
ID: 88329
GE
NDB
0.338 MHz
Gatwick
Location
Latitude:
51.164398°
Longitude:
-0.069133°
Elevation:
N/A ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-2.126°
ID: 88329
GY
NDB
0.365 MHz
Gatwick
Location
Latitude:
51.130699°
Longitude:
-0.315956°
Elevation:
N/A ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-2.177°
ID: 88664
GY
NDB
0.365 MHz
Gatwick
Location
Latitude:
51.130699°
Longitude:
-0.315956°
Elevation:
N/A ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-2.177°
ID: 88664
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