Navigation & Radio at Richmond International Airport

US

RIC / KRIC
Radio Frequencies
18
Navigation Aids
1

Radio Frequencies

A/D 118.200 MHz
POTOMAC APP/DEP
ID: 64009 Ref: 3847
A/D 118.200 MHz
POTOMAC APP/DEP
ID: 64009 Ref: 3847
ATIS 119.150 MHz
ATIS
ID: 64010 Ref: 3847
ATIS 119.150 MHz
ATIS
ID: 64010 Ref: 3847
CLD 127.550 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 64011 Ref: 3847
CLD 127.550 MHz
CLNC DEL
ID: 64011 Ref: 3847
GND 121.900 MHz
GND
ID: 64012 Ref: 3847
GND 121.900 MHz
GND
ID: 64012 Ref: 3847
OPS 40.200 MHz
ARNG OPS
ID: 64014 Ref: 3847
OPS 40.200 MHz
ARNG OPS
ID: 64014 Ref: 3847
OPS 142.175 MHz
ANG OPS
ID: 64013 Ref: 3847
OPS 142.175 MHz
ANG OPS
ID: 64013 Ref: 3847
RDO 122.200 MHz
LEESBURG RDO
ID: 64015 Ref: 3847
RDO 122.200 MHz
LEESBURG RDO
ID: 64015 Ref: 3847
TWR 121.100 MHz
TWR
ID: 64016 Ref: 3847
TWR 121.100 MHz
TWR
ID: 64016 Ref: 3847
UNIC 122.950 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 64017 Ref: 3847
UNIC 122.950 MHz
UNICOM
ID: 64017 Ref: 3847

Navigation Aids

RIC VORTAC
114.100 MHz

Richmond

Location

Latitude: 37.502300°
Longitude: -77.320297°
Elevation: 159 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: -10.058°

DME Information

Channel: 088X
Frequency: 114.100 MHz
ID: 93089

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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