Navigation & Radio at Aqaba King Hussein International Airport
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Radio Frequencies
4
Navigation Aids
8
Radio Frequencies
APP
119.200 MHz
APP
ID: 54827
Ref: 5214
GND
121.900 MHz
GND
ID: 54828
Ref: 5214
MISC
121.600 MHz
CIVIL DEFENSE
ID: 54829
Ref: 5214
TWR
118.100 MHz
TWR
ID: 54830
Ref: 5214
Navigation Aids
AQ
NDB
0.404 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.580200°
Longitude:
35.007000°
Elevation:
95 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.275°
ID: 85547
AQ
NDB
0.404 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.580200°
Longitude:
35.007000°
Elevation:
95 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.275°
ID: 85547
AQA
NDB
0.418 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
30.226500°
Longitude:
35.221401°
Elevation:
856 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
LO
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.314°
ID: 85550
AQA
NDB
0.418 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
30.226500°
Longitude:
35.221401°
Elevation:
856 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
LO
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.314°
ID: 85550
AQB
VOR-DME
113.100 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.583500°
Longitude:
35.008202°
Elevation:
175 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
3.275°
DME Information
Channel:
078X
Frequency:
113.100 MHz
ID: 85551
AQB
VOR-DME
113.100 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.583500°
Longitude:
35.008202°
Elevation:
175 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
TERMINAL
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
3.275°
DME Information
Channel:
078X
Frequency:
113.100 MHz
ID: 85551
AQC
NDB
0.326 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.902300°
Longitude:
35.118999°
Elevation:
312 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
LO
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.294°
ID: 85552
AQC
NDB
0.326 MHz
Aqaba
Location
Latitude:
29.902300°
Longitude:
35.118999°
Elevation:
312 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
LO
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
3.294°
ID: 85552
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