Navigation & Radio at RAAF Base Richmond

AU

XRH / YSRI
Radio Frequencies
20
Navigation Aids
1

Radio Frequencies

ACP 26.170 MHz
RICCOM COMD POST
ID: 48716 Ref: 27144
ACP 26.170 MHz
RICCOM COMD POST
ID: 48716 Ref: 27144
APP 135.900 MHz
SYDNEY APP
ID: 48717 Ref: 27144
APP 135.900 MHz
SYDNEY APP
ID: 48717 Ref: 27144
ATIS 34.700 MHz
ATIS
ID: 48718 Ref: 27144
ATIS 34.700 MHz
ATIS
ID: 48718 Ref: 27144
CTAF 135.500 MHz
CTAF
ID: 48719 Ref: 27144
CTAF 135.500 MHz
CTAF
ID: 48719 Ref: 27144
FSS 124.550 MHz
SYDNEY RADAR
ID: 48720 Ref: 27144
FSS 124.550 MHz
SYDNEY RADAR
ID: 48720 Ref: 27144
GCA 34.940 MHz
AMC OPS
ID: 48721 Ref: 27144
GCA 34.940 MHz
AMC OPS
ID: 48721 Ref: 27144
SFA 897.400 MHz
AOCS HF NET
ID: 48723 Ref: 27144
SFA 897.400 MHz
AOCS HF NET
ID: 48723 Ref: 27144
SMC 128.250 MHz
SMC
ID: 48722 Ref: 27144
SMC 128.250 MHz
SMC
ID: 48722 Ref: 27144
SMCV 121.650 MHz
SMCV
ID: 301063 Ref: 27144
SMCV 121.650 MHz
SMCV
ID: 301063 Ref: 27144
TWR 135.500 MHz
TWR
ID: 48724 Ref: 27144
TWR 135.500 MHz
TWR
ID: 48724 Ref: 27144

Navigation Aids

RIC NDB
0.347 MHz

Richmond

Location

Latitude: -33.596901°
Longitude: 150.776001°
Elevation: 68 ft

Additional Info

Usage: BOTH
Power: HIGH
Mag Var: 12.228°
ID: 93091

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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