Airband Radios
VHF airband radios for pilots, ground handling crews, airports and aviation businesses.
Our airband range includes Icom handheld transceivers such as the IC-A25CE, IC-A25NE, IC-A16E and IC-A120E, the panel-mount IC-A220, and accessories including the 3M PELTOR WS Adapter G3 for wireless aviation pushback communication.
Look at 8.33 kHz channel spacing support, built-in VOR or GPS navigation, battery life, and compatibility with your existing aviation headsets. Airband transmitters must be operated by appropriately licensed or authorised users.
Need help matching a radio to your aircraft or ground operation? Call 1300 266 682.
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3M PELTOR WS Adapter G3 FL61007-WS7 – Aviation Pushback Wireless Communication Adapter
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ICOM Headset Adapter Cable OPC-2379
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ICOM IC-A25CE Airband Two Way Radio
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Icom IC-A220 VHF Air Band: OLED Display, Easy Install
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Icom IC-A120E Airband Two Way Radio
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Icom IC-A25NE Airband Two Way Radio
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ICOM IC-A16E VHF Air Band Transceiver – 8.33/25 kHz
$556.00 Inc GST
⚠ Important: airband licence required
All airband radios listed on this page require buyers to hold a valid airband operator’s licence. For drone operators, this is typically part of a commercial drone pilot licence (RePL) or equivalent. For pilots and aviation professionals, a flight radio operator’s licence or equivalent aviation licence is required.
We are unable to ship airband radios to customers who cannot provide proof of the appropriate licence. This is a legal requirement under Australian aviation and radio regulations to ensure safe and compliant use of airband frequencies. See CASA for aviation licensing information.
Airband radios for aviation professionals
In aviation, clear, reliable communication is critical for safety, compliance and efficient operations. Whether you’re flying a helicopter, piloting a drone or coordinating ground movements at an airport, airband radios provide precise VHF communication essential to maintaining airspace safety and operational control.
At Radio Industries, we supply airband radios trusted by aviation professionals, including drone operators, ground crews and helicopter pilots. Designed for crisp, interference-free audio, our radios help ensure vital information is transmitted and received accurately, even in high-noise environments.
Essential communication for aviation professionals
- Drone operators who require direct communication with air traffic control or other aircraft
- Airport ground crews coordinating aircraft movements, refuelling and safety operations
- Helicopter pilots managing airspace communication for flights, landings and take-offs
- Emergency service aviation teams needing reliable contact with control towers and ground support
These radios operate on the VHF airband (typically 118–137 MHz) and are engineered for aviation use, delivering high-quality audio and rugged designs for demanding conditions.
Airband radios we supply
Icom handhelds
The IC-A25CE, IC-A25NE, IC-A16E and IC-A120E transceivers. See Icom.
Panel-mount radios
The Icom IC-A220 for aircraft and ground stations. See panel-mount radios.
Ground crew headsets
The 3M PELTOR WS Adapter G3 for wireless pushback communication. See 3M PELTOR.
When choosing, look at 8.33 kHz channel spacing support, built-in VOR or GPS navigation, battery life and compatibility with your existing aviation headsets.
Airband Radios FAQs
Do I need a licence to buy an airband radio?
Yes. Airband transmitters must be used by appropriately licensed or authorised operators, and we need proof of the appropriate licence before we can ship. See CASA for licensing information.
Which frequencies do airband radios use?
Airband radios use the VHF aviation band, typically 118 to 137 MHz.
What is 8.33 kHz channel spacing?
It is a narrower channel spacing used in some airspace to increase the number of available channels. Check whether your operation needs it before choosing a radio.
Can I use my aviation headset with a handheld airband radio?
Many Icom handhelds support aviation headsets with the right adaptor. Tell us your headset model and we will confirm compatibility.
Do you supply airband radios for drone operators?
Yes, for licensed operators. Call 1300 266 682 to discuss the right radio for your operation.