Instrument Rating Checkride Practice Test

What is the frequency range for a VOR?

1. 108.0 MHz to 117.95 MHz

2. 100.0 MHz to 118.0 MHz

3. 120.0 MHz to 130.0 MHz

4. 108.0 MHz to 120.0 MHz

The correct answer is: 108.0 MHz to 117.95 MHz

The frequency range for a VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range) is indeed from 108.0 MHz to 117.95 MHz. This range has been established for VOR facilities, which provide directional guidance to aircraft equipped with VOR receivers. The lower frequency (108.0 MHz) is considered the start of the VOR band, and 117.95 MHz is the maximum frequency where VOR transmissions can be found, ensuring that aircraft can receive signals for navigation within a well-defined spectrum. This well-defined frequency band allows pilots to tune into different VOR stations along their flight path, enhancing navigation precision. The choice of frequencies avoids interference with other radio services, such as emergency frequencies. Understanding this frequency range is crucial for pilots while operating under instrument flight rules, as it relates directly to navigation and maintaining situational awareness in controlled airspace.