Air Avionics Air Com AC-1 VHF Radio

The world’s smallest and lightest radio: The most advanced functions.

General Description

Air Avionics Air Com AC-1 VHF Radio - is their next-generation radio module with 8.33kHz channel spacing. It offers impressive sound and advanced functions in a small, lightweight form factor. In fact, AIR COM is the world’s lightest and most compact, fully TSO-certified radio.

It sports modern functions like the incredible “Say Again” replay function and separate volumes for the DUAL/MON and the primary channel.

AIR COM can be installed directly on an AIR Control Display (ACD-57) or remotely with a cable and mount. Compatible Flight Deck systems like GARMIN® G3X Touch® or Dynon® SkyView® can control it—even without an ACD-57 if desired. 

Air Com, ACD-57 and Mounting Tray are sold individually.

Radio technology

  • 6W Transmit Power
  • Dual Watch
  • 8.33kHz channel spacing

Audio

  • Three independent microphone inputs with adjustable GAIN values (also supporting dynamic microphones)
  • Amplified speaker output
  • Two headphone outputs (up to four headphones)
  • Intercom (up to four places)
  • Two audio configurations, switchable in flight

Quality

  • All-metal enclosure
  • DO-160 qualified for environmental conditions
  • Made in Germany
  • Produced in PART21 environment

Support

  • Backed by AIR Avionics’ reknown customer support via eMail and telephone
  • Repairs conducted in our PART145 certified repair center
  • Two year warranty

Unique functions

  • Say Again function for replay of incoming transmissions
  • Independent volume for dual watch

 Compatibility

  • AIR Control Display (multiple) via CANaerospace data bus
  • RS-232: GARMIN® GTR225

Dimensions and Connectors

  • 122mm x 61.5mm x 30.75mm
  • Weight: 160g
  • Connectors: D-SUB 26HD (Rear), D-SUB 15HD (Front), BNC (ANT)
  • Can be directly combined with AIR Control Display 57
  • AIR Com with AIR Control Display 57
Quantity Part Part Number Description
1 AC-1 Main Unit AC-1 AC-1 Main Unit
Data Connector FL15-26S7  D-SUB 26HD crimp connector (female)
1 Backshell B567 D-SUB 26HD quicklock backshell
20 Contacts FK22SL-02V D-SUB HD crimp contacts
1 Pilot's Manual MAN0030A0001  Pilot’s Manual
1 Installation Manual  MAN0030A0002 Installation Manual

FCC Approved for use in the United States.


Say Again

The function everyone loves

With a button push, AIR Com replays the last incoming transmissions.

This unique function is an excellent safety function. It reduces channel congestion and helps everyone to understand and listen carefully.

Dual Watch Function

Listen to two channels at once

The dual watch function (the monitor function) allows you to listen to both the active and the standby channels. Special care has been taken to design the dual watch function with the best possible sound. 

Unique with AIR Com: The volumes of both channels can be adjusted independently, making it easy to differentiate incoming transmissions.

 

Better Sound

AIR Com’s best feature

Our AIR Com (AC-1) features an all-new audio design that delivers crystal-clear sound. Its all-digital audio system allows unprecedented functions, like the “Say Again” replay function.

Its flexible audio setup allows two independent audio configurations. This is handy in all aircraft where the microphone setup is often changed, such as motor gliders or open-cockpit aircraft. 

Easy to install

Easy mounting, robust connectors, small size

AIR Com can be installed directly with the AIR Control Display in the panel. If desired, it can be mounted remotely in the aircraft with cables.

Intercom

Robust and feature-rich intercom

Its integrated intercom function can serve up to four seats with clear audio. If desired, the intercom allows the flight crew to be isolated from the passengers’ chatter.

Integrates seamlessly

Loaded with audio I/O, switches, and interfaces.

AIR COM features three fully customizable microphone inputs that also support dynamic microphones. It has two headset audio outputs (up to four headsets) and a speaker output. 

Four discrete inputs allow the connection of buttons and switches. Push-to-talk and many other functions, such as channel flipflop, audio configuration changes, intercom activation, and the “Say Again” function, can be triggered.

In addition to an ACD-57 or even without an ACD-57, AIR COM can be remote-controlled. It works seamlessly with many third-party systems, such as GARMIN® G3X touch® or Dynon® SkyView® Flightdeck systems.

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