Every antenna on an aircraft serves a critical role in ensuring safe communication, navigation, and surveillance.
🛫 General Aviation Aircraft (Top):
• VHF Radio, VOR, ADF, Transponder, ELT, DME antennas.
• Essential for basic navigation and voice comms.
🛬 Commercial Airliner (Bottom):
• Additional antennas for GPS, TCAS, SATCOM, ATC Mode S, Radar, Glide Slope, and Radio Altimeters.
• Designed for complex operations and enhanced safety in controlled airspace.
⚡ Knowing the location and function of antennas is vital for maintenance, troubleshooting, and understanding system performance!