Supplier
Icom UK Ltd
Tactical Communications & Data Links
IC-A16E Handheld Ground-to-Air Support Radio
Rugged ground-crew airband handheld for airside operations
Pricing
Request a quote for current pricing, lead time and delivery to your airport.The IC-A16E is a handheld 8.33 kHz / 25 kHz VHF airband transceiver designed specifically for airside ground crew providing aviation support at airports and airfields. It delivers 6 W output and loud 1500 mW audio for noisy ramp environments, with an IP67 waterproof rating and MIL-STD-810-G durability. A Bluetooth version is available for wireless headset operation.
Specs at a glance
Technical specifications.
| Channel spacing | 8.33 kHz / 25 kHz |
| RF output power | 6 W PEP |
| Audio output | 1500 mW |
| 200 memory channels (8-character names) | |
| Standard battery BP-279 7.2 V 1485 mAh; extended BP-280 7.2 V 2280 mAh (up to ~18 h) | |
| Operating time | ~17 h typical (5:5:90, Bluetooth off) |
| Waterproof rating | IP67 |
| MIL-STD-810-G compliant; BNC antenna; optional built-in Bluetooth | |
Best for
Use cases.
- ›Airport ground-crew and airside support communications
- ›Ramp and apron operations coordination
- ›Airfield support personnel
- ›Ground handling and dispatch
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