The Yaesu FTA-550AA is a feature-rich, rugged, and affordable VHF NAV/COM handheld transceiver ideal for pilots, flight instructors, students, and airport personnel. This version uses standard AA alkaline batteries, making it perfect as a backup or for situations where recharging is impractical. Built with durability in mind, the FTA-550AA meets IPX5 waterproof standards and MIL-STD-810F for environmental protection. The 1.7" full dot matrix display is easy to read in all lighting conditions, and the icon-based menu system makes operation intuitive. Key Features * Full VHF COM band coverage (118.000�136.975 MHz) * VOR and ILS (localizer) NAV support (108.000 117.975 MHz) * NOAA weather channel receive and alert (USA only) * Large 1.7" 1.7" dot matrix LCD with dimmer * 5 Watts PEP transmit power / 1.5W carrier * Supports both 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel spacing * 200 programmable memory channels with 15-character alphanumeric tags * Water resistance rating: IPX5 * Loud 800 mW audio output for noisy environments * PC programmable with included USB programming cable * Menu system with easy icon navigation * Automatic weather channel scanner * One-touch squelch override for monitoring weak signals * Receiver battery saver mode for extended operation What's Included * Yaesu FTA-550AA Transceiver * Alkaline battery tray (holds 6 AA batteries, not included) * USB programming cable * Headset adapter * 12V DC cigarette lighter adapter * Belt clip * Helical BNC antenna * Ferrite core * User manual and warranty card Technical Specifications * Frequency Ranges * COM (TX/RX): 118.000  136.975 MHz * NAV (RX): 108.000  117.975 MHz * Weather (WX): WX-01 to WX-10 * Channel Spacing * Selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz * Transmit Power * 5W PEP / 1.5W carrier * Display * Full dot matrix LCD, 160 x 160 pixels, 1.7" x 1.7" * Audio Output * 800 mW speaker * Memory Channels * 200 channels with 15-character tags * Power Supply * 6 AA alkaline batteries (not included) * Water Resistance * IPX5 rating * Dimensions * 2.4  5.2  1.3 inches (62 � 133 � 34 mm, excluding knobs/antenna) * Weight * Approx. 14.5 oz (410 g) with antenna and batteries * Operating Temperature * ?10?�C to +60?�C Product Details * Product Name: Yaesu FTA-550AA (Alkaline Version) * Model Number: FTA-550AA * Product Type: NAV/COM Handheld Transceiver * Battery Type: AA (6x) Alkaline Batteries * Warranty: 3-Year Limited Warranty * Brand: Yaesu * Country of Origin: Japan WooCommerce Setup Notes * Product Type: Simple product * SKU: YAESU-FTA550AA * Categories: Avionics ? Handheld Radios * Tags: VHF, NAV/COM, Yaesu, Alkaline, Aviation Radio * Stock Status: In stock