Navigation & Radio at Barkley Regional Airport

US

PAH / KPAH
Radio Frequencies
14
Navigation Aids
4

Radio Frequencies

ASOS 118.375 MHz
ASOS
ID: 65506 Ref: 3764
ASOS 118.375 MHz
ASOS
ID: 65506 Ref: 3764
CNTR 133.650 MHz
MEMPHIS CNTR
ID: 65507 Ref: 3764
CNTR 133.650 MHz
MEMPHIS CNTR
ID: 65507 Ref: 3764
CTAF 119.600 MHz
CTAF
ID: 65508 Ref: 3764
CTAF 119.600 MHz
CTAF
ID: 65508 Ref: 3764
GND 121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 65509 Ref: 3764
GND 121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 65509 Ref: 3764
RDO 122.200 MHz
LOUISVILLE RDO
ID: 65510 Ref: 3764
RDO 122.200 MHz
LOUISVILLE RDO
ID: 65510 Ref: 3764
TWR 119.600 MHz
PADUCAH TWR
ID: 65511 Ref: 3764
TWR 119.600 MHz
PADUCAH TWR
ID: 65511 Ref: 3764
UNIC 123.000 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 65512 Ref: 3764
UNIC 123.000 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 65512 Ref: 3764

Navigation Aids

BDD NDB
0.254 MHz

Bellgrade

Location

Latitude: 37.145500°
Longitude: -88.670502°
Elevation: 388 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -1.240°
ID: 85900
BDD NDB
0.254 MHz

Bellgrade

Location

Latitude: 37.145500°
Longitude: -88.670502°
Elevation: 388 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -1.240°
ID: 85900
CNG VORTAC
113.100 MHz

Cunningham

Location

Latitude: 37.008598°
Longitude: -88.836899°
Elevation: 480 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: MEDIUM
Mag Var: -1.149°

DME Information

Channel: 078X
Frequency: 113.100 MHz
ID: 86911
CNG VORTAC
113.100 MHz

Cunningham

Location

Latitude: 37.008598°
Longitude: -88.836899°
Elevation: 480 ft

Additional Info

Usage: LO
Power: MEDIUM
Mag Var: -1.149°

DME Information

Channel: 078X
Frequency: 113.100 MHz
ID: 86911

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