Navigation & Radio at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

MY

KUL / WMKK
Radio Frequencies
20
Navigation Aids
2

Radio Frequencies

A/D 119.450 MHz
LUMPUR APP
ID: 55631 Ref: 26874
A/D 119.450 MHz
LUMPUR APP
ID: 55631 Ref: 26874
ATIS 126.450 MHz
LUMPUR ATIS FOR DEPARTURE
ID: 55632 Ref: 26874
ATIS 126.450 MHz
LUMPUR ATIS FOR DEPARTURE
ID: 55632 Ref: 26874
ATIS 128.050 MHz
LUMPUR ATIS FOR ARRIVALS
ID: 313643 Ref: 26874
ATIS 128.050 MHz
LUMPUR ATIS FOR ARRIVALS
ID: 313643 Ref: 26874
CLD 126.000 MHz
LUMPUR CLNC DEL
ID: 55633 Ref: 26874
CLD 126.000 MHz
LUMPUR CLNC DEL
ID: 55633 Ref: 26874
DEPT 135.250 MHz
LUMPUR DEPARTURE
ID: 313644 Ref: 26874
DEPT 135.250 MHz
LUMPUR DEPARTURE
ID: 313644 Ref: 26874
GND 121.650 MHz
LUMPUR GND
ID: 55634 Ref: 26874
GND 121.650 MHz
LUMPUR GND
ID: 55634 Ref: 26874
GND 122.275 MHz
LUMPUR GND
ID: 55635 Ref: 26874
GND 122.275 MHz
LUMPUR GND
ID: 55635 Ref: 26874
TWR 118.500 MHz
LUMPUR TWR 14R/32L
ID: 301878 Ref: 26874
TWR 118.500 MHz
LUMPUR TWR 14R/32L
ID: 301878 Ref: 26874
TWR 118.800 MHz
LUMPUR TWR 14L/32R
ID: 55636 Ref: 26874
TWR 118.800 MHz
LUMPUR TWR 14L/32R
ID: 55636 Ref: 26874
TWR 119.800 MHz
LUMPUR TWR RWY 15/33
ID: 313642 Ref: 26874
TWR 119.800 MHz
LUMPUR TWR RWY 15/33
ID: 313642 Ref: 26874

Navigation Aids

VKL VOR-DME
116.100 MHz

Kuala Lumpur

Location

Latitude: 2.724440°
Longitude: 101.737999°
Elevation: 261 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -0.042°

DME Information

Channel: 108X
Frequency: 116.100 MHz
ID: 95168
VKL VOR-DME
116.100 MHz

Kuala Lumpur

Location

Latitude: 2.724440°
Longitude: 101.737999°
Elevation: 261 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: LOW
Mag Var: -0.042°

DME Information

Channel: 108X
Frequency: 116.100 MHz
ID: 95168

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