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product_id: 1151533
title: "FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver"
brand: "yaesu"
price: "₪1292"
currency: ILS
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/1151533-fta550-handheld-vhf-transceiver
store_origin: IL
region: Israel
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# IPX6 Waterproof VHF NAV/COM with ILS & VOR AA Battery Powered FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver

**Brand:** yaesu
**Price:** ₪1292
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Stay Connected, Navigate Confidently, Fly Fearlessly!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver by yaesu
- **How much does it cost?** ₪1292 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/1151533-fta550-handheld-vhf-transceiver)

## Best For

- yaesu enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yaesu brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Ready:** IPX6 waterproof rating ensures performance even in harsh weather conditions.
- • **Compact & Lightweight:** At just 1.81 pounds and portable dimensions, it’s your perfect cockpit companion.
- • **Reliable Power Anywhere:** Powered by standard AA batteries—no need to hunt for chargers mid-flight.
- • **Plug & Play Communication:** Includes headset adapter for crystal-clear, hands-free operation.
- • **Precision Aviation Navigation:** Seamlessly switch between NAV/COM with ILS and VOR for ultimate flight accuracy.

## Overview

The FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver is a compact, rugged aviation radio featuring NAV/COM with ILS and VOR navigation, powered by convenient AA batteries, and built to withstand tough weather with an IPX6 waterproof rating. Ideal for pilots seeking reliable, portable communication and navigation in one device.

## Description

FTA550 Handheld VHF Transceiver

## Features

- NAV/COM with ILS and VOR Navigation
- Aviation Airband
- AA Battery Tray only
- Comes with Headset Adapter
- NO Rechargeable Battery

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 1.81 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 8.6 x 6.3 x 3.2 inches |
| Item model number | NATAL-MR-PN-8748692 |
| Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Waterproof | IPX6 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** YAESU
- **Color:** Black
- **Number of Channels:** 200
- **Special Feature:** Portable,Waterproof
- **Frequency Range:** 108 to 136.975 MHz
- **Talking Range Maximum:** 5 Miles
- **Voltage:** 3 Volts
- **Water Resistance Level:** Water Resistant
- **Product Dimensions:** 8.6"D x 6.3"W x 3.2"H
- **Number of Batteries:** 2 AA batteries required.

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this radio transmit on any ham frequencies outside the air / nav bands?  Would like to communicate with wife on ground with her VX6.**
A: No, this radio is for communications betwin 118.00 to 136.975, the NAV bands 108.00 to 163.275 (161.650 to 163.275 weather channels)for airline transportation only, if are using from plane to your wife on the ground this radio will work for you that how I use mine to communicate whit my friends in the ground.

**Q: What does it include in the package?**
A: 12VDC power cord, Antenna, Belt clip, Headset adapter cable, Alkaline battery tray, USB programming cable

**Q: Can I listen to 700mhz / 800mhz freqs?**
A: Nope. Aviation only
No off band allowed

**Q: how far from an airport (on the ground) do you have to be for you to hear the transmissions between ATC and pilots?**
A: You’ll probably not hear ATC at all unless you are within eyesight of the tower itself (the antenna array) But you’ll hear the planes for several miles, at least you’ll hear their part of the conversation. If you are thinking of this as a training aid to learn communications, it’s not the best way to do that. We suggest LiveATC.net to everyone, you can choose among lots of different kinds of airspace to listen in on. If you are new, start with a quiet tower (not insanely busy which you’ll have trouble learning with) Try Twin Falls Idaho, or a similar sized town. Then as you start to keep up with it all, try some bigger ones! You can also dial up a CTAF such as 122.8 and listen in on lots of small non towered airports. But this radio here... it’s terrific as a back up in flight or to talk to a pilot within a few miles of you, but not the best tool for trying to hear ATC unless you are very close

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*Product available on Desertcart Israel*
*Store origin: IL*
*Last updated: 2026-02-21*