Navigation & Radio at Niigata Airport
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Radio Frequencies
8
Navigation Aids
4
Radio Frequencies
APP
121.400 MHz
APP
ID: 54569
Ref: 5613
APP
121.400 MHz
APP
ID: 54569
Ref: 5613
ATIS
128.450 MHz
ATIS
ID: 54570
Ref: 5613
ATIS
128.450 MHz
ATIS
ID: 54570
Ref: 5613
DEP
119.050 MHz
DEP
ID: 54571
Ref: 5613
DEP
119.050 MHz
DEP
ID: 54571
Ref: 5613
TWR
118.000 MHz
TWR
ID: 54572
Ref: 5613
TWR
118.000 MHz
TWR
ID: 54572
Ref: 5613
Navigation Aids
GT
NDB
0.253 MHz
Niigata
Location
Latitude:
37.950901°
Longitude:
139.110001°
Elevation:
29 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
-7.478°
ID: 88604
GT
NDB
0.253 MHz
Niigata
Location
Latitude:
37.950901°
Longitude:
139.110001°
Elevation:
29 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
MEDIUM
Mag Var:
-7.478°
ID: 88604
GTC
VORTAC
115.500 MHz
Niigata
Location
Latitude:
37.958302°
Longitude:
139.115005°
Elevation:
39 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
-7.479°
DME Information
Channel:
102X
Frequency:
115.500 MHz
ID: 88609
GTC
VORTAC
115.500 MHz
Niigata
Location
Latitude:
37.958302°
Longitude:
139.115005°
Elevation:
39 ft
Additional Info
Usage:
BOTH
Power:
HIGH
Mag Var:
-7.479°
DME Information
Channel:
102X
Frequency:
115.500 MHz
ID: 88609
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