Plain English Meaning

The radio in the aircraft that lets the pilot talk to controllers, ground stations, and other pilots on the standard aviation voice frequencies.

Full Definition

Aircraft radio equipment that transmits and receives voice communications on Very High Frequency (VHF) bands, typically between 118.000 and 136.975 MHz, used for air-to-ground and air-to-air communication with air traffic control, flight service stations, and other aircraft.

Context Anchor

Seen in training syllabi, aircraft equipment lists, radio use, and lessons on with or other aircraft.