IcomIC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld
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IcomIC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld

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Details

  • Brand
    Icom
  • Color
    Clear
  • Number of Channels
    200
  • Special Feature
    Noise
  • Frequency Range
    TX: MHz RX:
  • Talking Range Maximum
    20 Kilometer
🔋Long-lasting Li-ion battery power
🔢Full keypad direct frequency input
🚨Dedicated 121.5MHz emergency button

Description

✈️ Stay Connected, Stay Ahead: The Pilot’s Essential VHF Companion

  • EMERGENCY READY - One-touch 121.5MHz emergency channel button ensures you're always prepared for the unexpected.
  • CLEAR COMMUNICATION - Side tone function lets you hear your own voice through compatible aviation headsets, enhancing clarity and confidence.
  • RELIABLE CONNECTIVITY - BNC antenna connector guarantees secure, high-quality signal reception for uninterrupted communication.
  • LIGHTWEIGHT PORTABLE - At just 9.1 ounces, this handheld radio is your perfect co-pilot for every flight—compact yet powerful.
  • INSTANT FREQUENCY ACCESS - Full keypad lets you dial channels or frequencies with precision and speed—no fumbling, just fly.

The Icom IC-A16 is a lightweight, Japan-made VHF aviation handheld radio featuring a full keypad for direct frequency input, a dedicated emergency channel button, side tone function for headset clarity, and a reliable BNC antenna connector. Powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery, it’s designed for professional pilots who demand quick access and dependable communication in the cockpit.

Specifications

Item Weight9.1 ounces
Package Dimensions9.65 x 8.58 x 3.31 inches
Country of OriginJapan
Item model numberIC-A16
Batteries1 Lithium Ion batteries required.

What is the frequency range of this radio?
Buenas tardes, el radio viene con cargador y batería de repuesto?
If we have a nontowered airport could i use this to tune into ctaf to change the runway brightness at kcdc?
I have a i com ic-a5, wired in through my intercom. will this work to replace it ?

Reviews

K**V

Quality product. Best option for me.

I am an FBO line technician. I communicate with Ground, as well as scan to know what's coming in. Transmits clear as a bell, and receives all the way from my house 6 miles from the airport. Automatic noise reduction keeps reception clear even when I'm using power equipment. It comes with a basic product manual that references a FULL product manual available online. I never could find such a manual that tells you how to use all the functions (groups, scanning memory, etc.). There are several YouTube videos that show you some of that stuff.Battery lasts a whole eight hour shift with mostly a full battery. I may try two shifts to see if it'll last that.Also, prompt shipping, received exactly the quality product I ordered. I expect years of use.

J**E

Icom IC-A16 hand held... great little radio

Great for fly-in traffic control or just to talk to tower from aircraft. Highly recommend

C**S

Awesome

I’m not sure how anyone can be disappointed with this unit, it’s a frigging icom and they don’t make junk. Mine was shipped from Sarasota Avionics which Is where I grew up. They been in business I think at least 25-30 years, they been there long as I can remember. Shipping was fast up to NY brand new sealed box working perfectly. I’m not near an airport but I pick up planes between Syracuse to Canada no problem. It great unit for pilot emergency comms or me that just like to listen. So I do recommend this unit.

J**S

Rechargeable battery is included in box

Fast transaction. Quick arrival. Good quality

R**B

facilkoidad de uso

Buen empaque

B**N

Great Aviation Handheld

Nothing to dislike. Good value.

S**O

Muy buena atención

Impecable la atención de la tienda!

D**G

Headset doesn't fit

My headset has a plug that looks just like the ICOM plug, so I bought this brand instead of Yaesu. My headset fits the FRS/GMRS radios I have, and I thought the plugs would be standardized. Nope. ICOM's plugs are brand-specific by a few millimeters. They offer only a OPC-2401 adapter, which offers two 1/4 inch and one PTT, so don't even offer an adapter that fits my headset. And I'm not going to drop $85 on an adapter, plus components, then cut into the adapter and solder things. Unless the support people offer a really good deal, this radio is getting returned.

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Great price for an authentic product. Fast international shipping too!

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