Navigation & Radio at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

US

SJC / KSJC
Radio Frequencies
15
Navigation Aids
1

Radio Frequencies

APP 33.820 MHz
NORCAL APP
ID: 68108 Ref: 3883
APP 33.820 MHz
NORCAL APP
ID: 68108 Ref: 3883
APP 120.100 MHz
NORCAL APP
ID: 68107 Ref: 3883
APP 120.100 MHz
NORCAL APP
ID: 68107 Ref: 3883
ATIS 126.950 MHz
ATIS
ID: 68109 Ref: 3883
ATIS 126.950 MHz
ATIS
ID: 68109 Ref: 3883
CLD 118.000 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 68110 Ref: 3883
CLD 118.000 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 68110 Ref: 3883
CTAF 124.000 MHz
CTAF
ID: 68111 Ref: 3883
CTAF 124.000 MHz
CTAF
ID: 68111 Ref: 3883
DEP 121.300 MHz
NORCAL DEP
ID: 68112 Ref: 3883
DEP 121.300 MHz
NORCAL DEP
ID: 68112 Ref: 3883
GND 121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 68113 Ref: 3883
TWR 124.000 MHz
TWR
ID: 68114 Ref: 3883
TWR 124.000 MHz
TWR
ID: 68114 Ref: 3883

Navigation Aids

SJC VOR-DME
114.100 MHz

San Jose

Location

Latitude: 37.374699°
Longitude: -121.945000°
Elevation: 43 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: MEDIUM
Mag Var: 14.345°

DME Information

Channel: 088X
Frequency: 114.100 MHz
ID: 93647

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
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