Navigation & Radio at Hector International Airport
US
FAR
/
KFAR
Radio Frequencies
7
Navigation Aids
4
Radio Frequencies
A/D
120.400 MHz
FARGO APP/DEP
ID: 60417
Ref: 3523
ATIS
124.500 MHz
ATIS
ID: 60418
Ref: 3523
GND
121.900 MHz
GND/CLNC DEL
ID: 60419
Ref: 3523
RDO
122.425 MHz
GRAND FORKS RDO
ID: 60420
Ref: 3523
TWR
133.800 MHz
FARGO TWR
ID: 60421
Ref: 3523
TWR
133.800 MHz
FARGO TWR
ID: 60421
Ref: 3523
UNIC
122.950 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 60422
Ref: 3523
Navigation Aids
AA
NDB
0.365 MHz
Kenie
Location
Latitude:
47.009300°
Longitude:
-96.815201°
Elevation:
887 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
4.089°
ID: 85178
AA
NDB
0.365 MHz
Kenie
Location
Latitude:
47.009300°
Longitude:
-96.815201°
Elevation:
887 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
4.089°
ID: 85178
FAR
VORTAC
116.200 MHz
Fargo
Location
Latitude:
46.753399°
Longitude:
-96.851303°
Elevation:
910 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
4.120°
DME Information
Channel:
109X
Frequency:
116.200 MHz
ID: 87932
FAR
VORTAC
116.200 MHz
Fargo
Location
Latitude:
46.753399°
Longitude:
-96.851303°
Elevation:
910 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
4.120°
DME Information
Channel:
109X
Frequency:
116.200 MHz
ID: 87932
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