Navigation & Radio at Guernsey Airport

GG

GCI / EGJB
Radio Frequencies
8
Navigation Aids
6

Radio Frequencies

APP 128.650 MHz
APP
ID: 52690 Ref: 2425
APP 128.650 MHz
APP
ID: 52690 Ref: 2425
ATIS 109.400 MHz
ATIS
ID: 52691 Ref: 2425
ATIS 109.400 MHz
ATIS
ID: 52691 Ref: 2425
GND 121.800 MHz
GND
ID: 52692 Ref: 2425
GND 121.800 MHz
GND
ID: 52692 Ref: 2425
TWR 119.950 MHz
TWR
ID: 52693 Ref: 2425
TWR 119.950 MHz
TWR
ID: 52693 Ref: 2425

Navigation Aids

GRB NDB
0.361 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.434502°
Longitude: -2.639510°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.537°
ID: 88551
GRB NDB
0.361 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.434502°
Longitude: -2.639510°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.537°
ID: 88551
GUR VOR-DME
109.400 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.437099°
Longitude: -2.602060°
Elevation: 355 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -2.529°

DME Information

Channel: 031X
Frequency: 109.400 MHz
ID: 88633
GUR VOR-DME
109.400 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.437099°
Longitude: -2.602060°
Elevation: 355 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -2.529°

DME Information

Channel: 031X
Frequency: 109.400 MHz
ID: 88633
GUY NDB
0.361 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.436501°
Longitude: -2.601780°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.529°
ID: 88636
GUY NDB
0.361 MHz

Guernsey

Location

Latitude: 49.436501°
Longitude: -2.601780°
Elevation: N/A ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -2.529°
ID: 88636

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