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ICOM IC-A16E VHF Air Band Handheld Radio

ICO-IC-A16E
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Stay connected across the Airband with the Icom IC-A16E VHF handheld radio. Designed for clear, dependable communication, it delivers up to 6 W of RF output and powerful 1500mW audio to help make messages easier to hear in noisy environments.

The IC-A16 supports 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing and stores up to 200 memory channels for convenient access. Its rugged, water-resistant construction is suited to demanding day-to-day use, while the large controls make operation straightforward. A practical choice for aviation communication on the ground or in the air.

Product overview

Key product features

- VHF air-band handheld transceiver
- Ground-to-air aviation communications
- Transmit coverage from 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz
- Receive coverage from 108.000 to 136.99166 MHz
- Weather channel reception from 161.650 to 163.275 MHz
- Supports 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing
- 200 memory channels
- Class-leading 1500 mW internal speaker audio
- 6.0 W PEP transmitter output
- IP67 and IP54 ingress protection
- MIL-STD-810G rugged construction
- Compact and lightweight handheld design
- BNC antenna connection
- Supplied with battery, rapid charger, antenna and belt clip

Data & specifications sheet

Frequency band: VHF Air band
Transmit frequency range: 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz
Receive frequency range: 108.000 to 136.99166
Weather receive range: 161.650 to 163.275 MHz
Channel spacing: 8.33 kHz / 25 kHz
Type of emission: 6K00A3E, 5K60A3E and 16K0G3E for weather reception
Power supply requirement: 7.2 V DC
Antenna impedance: 50 ohms
Antenna Connector: BNC
Operating temperature: -10°C to +60°C
Weight: Approximately 257 g with BP-280 battery
Ingress Protection: IP67/IP54
Military standard: MIL-STD-810G and equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, D, E and F

FAQs

What is the ICOM IC-A16 used for?
The IC-A16 is designed for VHF air-band communications between aircraft, pilots, ground crews, airport operations and aviation support personnel.

What frequencies can the IC-A16 transmit on?
The IC-A16 transmits from 118.000 to 136.99166 MHz within the VHF aviation communications band.

What frequencies can the IC-A16 receive?
It receives aviation communications from 108.000 to 136.99166 MHz. It can also receive supported weather channels between 161.650 and 163.275 MHz.

Does the IC-A16 support 8.33 kHz channel spacing?
Yes. The IC-A16 supports both 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing.

How many memory channels does the IC-A16 have?
The radio provides 200 memory channels.

How powerful is the IC-A16 speaker?
The internal speaker produces up to 1500 mW of audio, making the radio easier to hear in noisy aviation and airfield environments.

What is the transmitter output power?
The IC-A16 produces up to 6.0 W PEP or 1.8 W carrier output when operating from its 7.2 V DC power supply.

Is the ICOM IC-A16 waterproof?
The IC-A16 carries IP67 and IP54 ingress-protection ratings. The IP67 rating indicates protection against dust ingress and temporary water immersion under the conditions specified by the applicable test standard.

Is the IC-A16 built for professional use?
Yes. It meets MIL-STD-810G requirements for environmental conditions including vibration, shock, rain, humidity, salt fog, dust, temperature extremes and immersion.

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