--- product_id: 651132025 title: "Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld" brand: "icom" price: "₹ 103718" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/651132025-icom-ic-a16-vhf-com-aviation-handheld store_origin: IN region: India --- # Full keypad direct input 1500mW loud clear audio 17+ hrs battery life Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld **Brand:** icom **Price:** ₹ 103718 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✈️ Stay connected, stay ahead—your ultimate flight companion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld by icom - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 103718 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/651132025-icom-ic-a16-vhf-com-aviation-handheld) ## Best For - icom enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted icom brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Emergency Ready:** Dedicated 121.5MHz emergency button ensures you’re always one tap away from critical help. - • **Noise? Not Here.:** Auto Noise Limiter (ANL) and 1500mW speaker cut through cockpit and tarmac noise with crystal clarity. - • **All-Weather Warrior:** Compact, waterproof design built for one-handed operation—perfect for pilots and ground crew on the move. - • **Unstoppable Flight Time:** 17+ hours of continuous power with a rapid-charge 2400mAh Li-ion battery keeps you airborne and connected all day. - • **Precision Channel Control:** Full keypad lets you dial in frequencies instantly—no fumbling, just seamless communication. ## Overview The Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld radio is a rugged, waterproof communication device designed for pilots and ground crew. Featuring a powerful 1500mW speaker, 17+ hour battery life with rapid charging, full keypad frequency input, and a dedicated emergency channel button, it ensures clear, reliable communication in noisy aviation environments. Compact and lightweight, it’s engineered for one-handed use and night operations with an LCD backlight. ## Description The A16 is the ideal flight companion for the student pilot. This radio practically pays for itself by saving pilots both engine hours and fuel during preflight communications with the tower. Users appreciate the A16’s compact, waterproof design for one hand operation for working on the flight line, using it for back up in any aircraft, or for use by ground crew. Its 2400mAh Li-ion battery lasts over 17 hours and the radio includes a nice sit in rapid charger. Air band radios are usually operated in high noise environments, so it is essential for the pilot’s radio to provide loud audio. The A16 internal speaker delivers a loud 1500mW audio output with clear sound to cut through cabin or tarmac noise. Review: Great product Review: Es japonés... - Excelente, sólido y funcional. ## Features - ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction - Full keypad to input the channel or frequency directly - Exclusive button for 121.5MHz emergency channel - Side tone function to hear your own voice via a third party aviation headset - LCD backlight for night time operation ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07RF9YT9S | | Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries Required | No | | Battery Average Life | 17 Hours | | Battery cell composition | Lithium Ion | | Brand | Icom | | Compatible Devices | External aviation headsets, other aviation two-way radios on 136-174 MHz frequency band | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (141) | | Date First Available | 3 May 2024 | | Item Weight | 258 g | | Item model number | IC-A16 | | Manufacturer | ICOM | | Model | IC-A16 | | Mounting Hardware | 2400mAh Li-ion battery, rapid charger | | Noise Level | 30 Decibels | | Package Dimensions | 24.51 x 21.79 x 8.41 cm; 257.98 g | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Special Features | Waterproof | | Tuner Technology | VHF | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Icom - **Colour:** Black - **Frequency Range:** 136-174 MHz - **Number of Channels:** 200 - **Special Feature:** Waterproof ## Images ![Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41d6uAjhfQS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the frequency range of this radio?** A: According to the spec sheet, it will transmit on 118.000 - 136.99166 Mhz, receive on 108.000 Mhz - 136.99166 Mhz. It will receive weather information on 161.650 - 163.275 Mhz. **Q: Buenas tardes, el radio viene con cargador y batería de repuesto?** A: El transceptor ICOM A16 viene con los siguientes accesorios: Batería de ion de litio Cargador de batería Adaptador de CA Antena Pinza de cinturón Correa de mano **Q: If we have a nontowered airport could i use this to tune into ctaf to change the runway brightness at kcdc?** A: sure **Q: I have a i com ic-a5, wired in through my intercom. will this work to replace it ?** A: I don’t know. I can tell you I have this radio plugged into my micro avionics COM system and it works into my headphones for transmit and receive. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product *by R***5 on 16 September 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Es japonés... *by E***O on 18 January 2026* Excelente, sólido y funcional. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Robustissima e affidabile *by C***I on 14 January 2026* Prodotto ottimo. Robusta. Affidabile. Senza fronzoli. Certo con la stessa cifra si può acquistare una yaesu che fa anche il caffe. Ma la icom resta sempre la icom. È praticamente un mattone. Se vi aggrediscono la potete sempre tirare in testa al malvivente e tramortirlo :) . Scherzi a parte prodotto top per chi cerca arrosto senza fumo. ## Frequently Bought Together - Icom IC-A16 VHF COM Aviation Handheld - BC-213 Battery Charger Compatible with Icom IC-F2000S IC-F2000 IC-F1000 IC-F1000S BP-280 BP-280LI BP-279 BP-278 IC-A16 Radio Charger - Aimtobest BP-279 BP-280 2200mAh Li-ion Battery Compatible for ICOM IC-A16 IC-A16E IC-F1000 IC-F1000S IC-F2000 IC-F2000S IC-V88 IC-U88 Radio BP279 BP280 with Belt Clip --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/651132025-icom-ic-a16-vhf-com-aviation-handheld](https://www.desertcart.in/products/651132025-icom-ic-a16-vhf-com-aviation-handheld) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*