Where do I find FSS frequency?

The Flight Service frequencies are listed in a box above certain VOR stations. The most common frequencies are 122.2, 122.4, or 122.6. Also, most GPS (or iPad apps like ForeFlight) have a listing of the nearest Flight Service frequencies.

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When should I call FSS?

If you obtain a standard briefing several hours before the flight or when the weather is questionable, it is a good practice to call an FSS for an abbreviated briefing just before takeoff. The FAA has established a universal toll-free telephone number for FSSs: 1–800–WX–BRIEF (1–800–992–7433).

What is Unicom frequency used for?

UNICOM is a nongovernment air/ground radio communication station which may provide airport information at public use airports where there is no tower or FSS. On pilot request, UNICOM stations may provide pilots with weather information, wind direction, the recommended runway, or other necessary information.

What is the air to air frequency?

However, the frequency 123.45 MHz is designated as an air-to-air VHF communications frequency to enable aircraft engaged in flights over remote and oceanic areas out of range of VHF ground stations to exchange necessary operational information and to facilitate the resolution of operational problems.

Are all ground frequencies 121?

In the dark ages, all ground frequencies were 121. XX. They aren’t anymore, but some tower controllers speak as though they were. It ALWAYS means 121.

How do I talk to FSS?

Contacting an FSS over the phone Flight Service stations are serviced a single phone number throughout the continental United States: 1-800- WX-BRIEF. Use this phone number to access any of the services that an FSS provides.

What do you say when you call a weather briefer?

When requesting a preflight briefing, identify yourself as a pilot and provide the following:

Type of flight planned; e.g., VFR or IFR .
Aircraft’s number or pilot’s name.
Aircraft type.
Departure Airport.
Route of flight.
Destination.
Flight altitude(s).
ETD and ETE .

Do I use CTAF or UNICOM?

You call “Traffic” on the CTAF when you are self reporting your position. You are not soliciting of expecting a response. You are talking to other aircraft. You call “Unicom” when you are expecting a response from someone at a ground station.

What is the frequency range of the FSS?

If you think you’re given a frequency above or below those numbers, there is a mistake. FSS frequencies are all in the 122 and 123 MHz series; for example, 122.25, 122.3, 122.35, 122.45, 122.55, 122.6, 122.65, and 123.65 MHz.

Where can I find the flight service frequencies?

What is the frequency range of the airport?

At nontowered airports, a unicom frequency is used. Typical unicom frequencies are 122.7, 122.72, 122.8, 122.97, 123.0. 123.05, and 123.07 MHz. At controlled airports, ground frequencies are likely 121.3, 121.5, 121.7, and 121.9.

How do you receive FSS radio transmissions?

Or, use a hand held radio to receive the FSS transmissions while you transmit on your aircraft radio. A hand held is a good, reasonably low cost back up for safety to have available anyway. Don’t forget to tell ATC you’re going off frequency for a few minutes if you’re under flight following.