Navigation & Radio at Andersen Air Force Base

GU

UAM / PGUA
Radio Frequencies
19
Navigation Aids
2

Radio Frequencies

A/D 118.700 MHz
GUAM APP/DEP
ID: 53289 Ref: 5432
A/D 118.700 MHz
GUAM APP/DEP
ID: 53289 Ref: 5432
ACP 128.000 MHz
AMC COMD POST
ID: 53290 Ref: 5432
ACP 128.000 MHz
AMC COMD POST
ID: 53290 Ref: 5432
ATIS 118.175 MHz
ATIS
ID: 53291 Ref: 5432
ATIS 118.175 MHz
ATIS
ID: 53291 Ref: 5432
GND 121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 53292 Ref: 5432
GND 121.700 MHz
GND
ID: 53292 Ref: 5432
MISC 118.700 MHz
GUAM CERAP
ID: 53293 Ref: 5432
MISC 118.700 MHz
GUAM CERAP
ID: 53293 Ref: 5432
OPS 23.930 MHz
13AF AOC
ID: 53294 Ref: 5432
OPS 23.930 MHz
13AF AOC
ID: 53294 Ref: 5432
PMSV 34.460 MHz
PMSV METRO
ID: 53295 Ref: 5432
PMSV 34.460 MHz
PMSV METRO
ID: 53295 Ref: 5432
POST 31.100 MHz
36 ABW COMD POST
ID: 53296 Ref: 5432
PTD 139.300 MHz
PTD
ID: 53297 Ref: 5432
PTD 139.300 MHz
PTD
ID: 53297 Ref: 5432
TWR 126.200 MHz
TWR
ID: 53298 Ref: 5432
TWR 126.200 MHz
TWR
ID: 53298 Ref: 5432

Navigation Aids

UAM TACAN
111.700 MHz

Andersen

Location

Latitude: 13.591200°
Longitude: 144.947006°
Elevation: 660 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: 1.279°

DME Information

Channel: 054X
Frequency: 111.700 MHz
ID: 94777
UAM TACAN
111.700 MHz

Andersen

Location

Latitude: 13.591200°
Longitude: 144.947006°
Elevation: 660 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: 1.279°

DME Information

Channel: 054X
Frequency: 111.700 MHz
ID: 94777

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