Navigation & Radio at Syracuse Hancock International Airport
US
SYR
/
KSYR
Radio Frequencies
11
Navigation Aids
3
Radio Frequencies
A/D
126.125 MHz
APP/DEP
ID: 68023
Ref: 3913
ATIS
132.050 MHz
ATIS
ID: 68024
Ref: 3913
CLD
125.050 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 68025
Ref: 3913
GND
121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 68026
Ref: 3913
GND
121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 68026
Ref: 3913
OPS
139.625 MHz
ANG OPS
ID: 68027
Ref: 3913
OPS
139.625 MHz
ANG OPS
ID: 68027
Ref: 3913
TWR
120.300 MHz
TWR
ID: 68028
Ref: 3913
TWR
120.300 MHz
TWR
ID: 68028
Ref: 3913
UNIC
122.950 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 68029
Ref: 3913
UNIC
122.950 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 68029
Ref: 3913
Navigation Aids
SY
NDB
0.242 MHz
Kirki
Location
Latitude:
43.112202°
Longitude:
-76.002701°
Elevation:
403 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-12.450°
ID: 94119
SY
NDB
0.242 MHz
Kirki
Location
Latitude:
43.112202°
Longitude:
-76.002701°
Elevation:
403 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
LOW
Mag Var:
-12.450°
ID: 94119
SYR
VORTAC
117.000 MHz
Syracuse
Location
Latitude:
43.160500°
Longitude:
-76.204597°
Elevation:
420 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
-12.379°
DME Information
Channel:
117X
Frequency:
117.000 MHz
ID: 94129
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