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The Yaesu FTA-550L is a VHF Airband Transceiver packed with features, yet very affordable. Boasting an oversized full dot matrix LCD display, the FTA-550L Airband Transceiver provides full communication on the Aircraft communications Band ("COM" band: 118 ~ 136.975 MHz) and additionally provides VOR and ILS navigation features on the "NAV" band (108 ~ 117.975 MHz). The Yaesu FTA-550L includes NOAA weather band monitoring and the capability of programming up to 200 memory channels with a quick and easy channel recall feature. The brand new, easy to operate, menu system is icon driven making it simple to navigate through all of the powerful features this transceiver has to offer. Additionally the Yaesu FTA-550L can easily be reprogrammed in minutes using the optional PC Programming software and the supplied USB programming cable.
Features of the Yaesu FTA-550L Airband Transceiver:
- 5 Watts TX Output Power (Airband: AM 5W P.E.P. type, 1.5W carrier)
- Huge 1.7" x 1.7" Full Dot Matrix display (160 x 160 Dots)
- ILS Navigation Display (Localizer)
- VOR Navigation Display
- NOAA Weather Channel and Weather Alert (USA only)
- 200 Memory Channels with 15 alphanumeric characters
- Back-lit Keypad and display with dimmer
- Water Protection -IPX5 Rating
- Loud Audio (800 mW speaker)
- High capacity Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery (2000 mAh)
- 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel spacing
- Alkaline Battery Tray (AA x 6) also included
- Headset Adapter included
- Cigarette Lighter Adapter included
Easy to operate! The FTA-550L comes configured with an easy to operate icon driven menu system. The displays and menu settings are logically configured for a more intuitive user interface.
Great display! The FTA-550L features a huge 1.7" x 1.7" full dot matrix LCD display with full backlight and dimmer. The high resolution display makes it easier to view all the great features the FTA-550L has to offer.
Navigation! When the FTA-550L receives a VOR signal, the display will automatically switch to the NAV band screen which shows a CDI based on the received signal.
Well accessorized! Includes rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery, AC wall charger, DC Cigarette Lighter Adapter, headset adapter cable, alkaline battery case, belt clip, and USB programming cable. Everything needed, right out of the box.
The Yaesu FTA-550L features a IPX5 waterproof design protects it against rain and water jets. Great for flight line personnel, airshow use, and anyone using a transceiver outdoors where it may rain. In addition it's 800 mw audio amplifier makes the FTA-550L louder than any other handheld transceiver available today (for example, it's about 35% louder than the Icom IC-A23). The Yaesu FTA-550L is powered by a high capacity 2000 Mah Lithium Ion battery that will last over 13.5 hours between charges.
200 memory channels can be easily programmed into the FTA-550L allowing quick easy access to frequently used channels on the aviation band. Each "book memory" channel can be programmed into the unit using the optional PC programming software and cable. All memory channels can be labeled with either a channel number assignment, operating frequency display, or an alpha-numeric channel name display.
Breaking the squelch threshold has never been easier. Press the Squelch button for two seconds and the FTA-550L's squelch remains opened for monitoring weak and distant signals. Pressing Squelch again restores squelch settings. This is TRUE one handed operation. No need to fumble with tightly spaced concentric knobs!
Receiver Battery Saver feature is designed to maximize the life of the transceiver's battery. When the FTA-550L is in the standby mode the battery saver de-energizes the transceivers circuitry, waking up at user selected intervals to sample for radio activity. If no activity is detected the FTA-550L goes back into its sleep mode. Current consumption is minimized, thereby maximizing battery life. This feature is only found on Yaesu's air band transceivers!
The FTA-550L can receive all 10 NOAA weather broadcast frequencies. The Automatic Active Weather Channel Locator automatically scans for active NOAA weather stations in your area when the Weather band is selected.
Your Yaesu FTA-550L includes:
- Lithium Ion battery (2000 mAh)
- AC Charger
- Charger Cradle
- Cigarette Lighter Adapter
- BNC Helical Antenna
- Headset adapter
- Alkaline battery tray
- Quick Draw Belt Clip
- USB Cable
- Ferrite Core
- User Guide / Operating Manual
- Warranty Card
Frequency Range
TX 118.000 - 136.975 MHz (COM Band), RX 108.000 - 117.975 MHz (NAV Band), RX
118.000 - 136.975 MHz (COM Band), WX channels WX-01 - WX-10 8.33 Khz channel
spacing.
Channel Spacing
User selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz
Power Output
5.0 W (PEP), 1.5 W (Carrier Power) @ 7.2 V DC 700mw audio amplifier.
Case Size (WxHxD): 2.4 x 5.2 x 1.3 inches (62 x 133 x 34 mm)
without knob or antenna
Weight (approx.): 14.5 ounces / 410 grams with battery and antenna
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- In Stock
- List Price:
- Item #9851
- PN: FTA-550L
Yaesu FTA-550L NAV-COM Aviation Transceiver Overview:
The Yaesu FTA-550L is a VHF Airband Transceiver packed with features, yet very affordable. Boasting an oversized full dot matrix LCD display, the FTA-550L Airband Transceiver provides full communication on the Aircraft communications Band ("COM" band: 118 ~ 136.975 MHz) and additionally provides VOR and ILS navigation features on the "NAV" band (108 ~ 117.975 MHz). The Yaesu FTA-550L includes NOAA weather band monitoring and the capability of programming up to 200 memory channels with a quick and easy channel recall feature. The brand new, easy to operate, menu system is icon driven making it simple to navigate through all of the powerful features this transceiver has to offer. Additionally the Yaesu FTA-550L can easily be reprogrammed in minutes using the optional PC Programming software and the supplied USB programming cable.
Features of the Yaesu FTA-550L Airband Transceiver:
- 5 Watts TX Output Power (Airband: AM 5W P.E.P. type, 1.5W carrier)
- Huge 1.7" x 1.7" Full Dot Matrix display (160 x 160 Dots)
- ILS Navigation Display (Localizer)
- VOR Navigation Display
- NOAA Weather Channel and Weather Alert (USA only)
- 200 Memory Channels with 15 alphanumeric characters
- Back-lit Keypad and display with dimmer
- Water Protection -IPX5 Rating
- Loud Audio (800 mW speaker)
- High capacity Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery (2000 mAh)
- 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel spacing
- Alkaline Battery Tray (AA x 6) also included
- Headset Adapter included
- Cigarette Lighter Adapter included
Easy to operate! The FTA-550L comes configured with an easy to operate icon driven menu system. The displays and menu settings are logically configured for a more intuitive user interface.
Great display! The FTA-550L features a huge 1.7" x 1.7" full dot matrix LCD display with full backlight and dimmer. The high resolution display makes it easier to view all the great features the FTA-550L has to offer.
Navigation! When the FTA-550L receives a VOR signal, the display will automatically switch to the NAV band screen which shows a CDI based on the received signal.
Well accessorized! Includes rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery, AC wall charger, DC Cigarette Lighter Adapter, headset adapter cable, alkaline battery case, belt clip, and USB programming cable. Everything needed, right out of the box.
The Yaesu FTA-550L features a IPX5 waterproof design protects it against rain and water jets. Great for flight line personnel, airshow use, and anyone using a transceiver outdoors where it may rain. In addition it's 800 mw audio amplifier makes the FTA-550L louder than any other handheld transceiver available today (for example, it's about 35% louder than the Icom IC-A23). The Yaesu FTA-550L is powered by a high capacity 2000 Mah Lithium Ion battery that will last over 13.5 hours between charges.
200 memory channels can be easily programmed into the FTA-550L allowing quick easy access to frequently used channels on the aviation band. Each "book memory" channel can be programmed into the unit using the optional PC programming software and cable. All memory channels can be labeled with either a channel number assignment, operating frequency display, or an alpha-numeric channel name display.
Breaking the squelch threshold has never been easier. Press the Squelch button for two seconds and the FTA-550L's squelch remains opened for monitoring weak and distant signals. Pressing Squelch again restores squelch settings. This is TRUE one handed operation. No need to fumble with tightly spaced concentric knobs!
Receiver Battery Saver feature is designed to maximize the life of the transceiver's battery. When the FTA-550L is in the standby mode the battery saver de-energizes the transceivers circuitry, waking up at user selected intervals to sample for radio activity. If no activity is detected the FTA-550L goes back into its sleep mode. Current consumption is minimized, thereby maximizing battery life. This feature is only found on Yaesu's air band transceivers!
The FTA-550L can receive all 10 NOAA weather broadcast frequencies. The Automatic Active Weather Channel Locator automatically scans for active NOAA weather stations in your area when the Weather band is selected.
Your Yaesu FTA-550L includes:
- Lithium Ion battery (2000 mAh)
- AC Charger
- Charger Cradle
- Cigarette Lighter Adapter
- BNC Helical Antenna
- Headset adapter
- Alkaline battery tray
- Quick Draw Belt Clip
- USB Cable
- Ferrite Core
- User Guide / Operating Manual
- Warranty Card
Frequency Range
TX 118.000 - 136.975 MHz (COM Band), RX 108.000 - 117.975 MHz (NAV Band), RX
118.000 - 136.975 MHz (COM Band), WX channels WX-01 - WX-10 8.33 Khz channel
spacing.
Channel Spacing
User selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz
Power Output
5.0 W (PEP), 1.5 W (Carrier Power) @ 7.2 V DC 700mw audio amplifier.
Case Size (WxHxD): 2.4 x 5.2 x 1.3 inches (62 x 133 x 34 mm)
without knob or antenna
Weight (approx.): 14.5 ounces / 410 grams with battery and antenna
14 CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Yaesu FTA-550L NAV-COM Aviation Transceiver
14 Reviews
- Average Customer Review:
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Top Reviews
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Yaesu FTA550L vs AA
- By Tuskegeewings64 from Montgomery, AL on Sunday, September 15, 2024
- Pros: A better headset adapter would be a major plus!
- Review: Great radio for the money. Excellent features. I recommend the FTA550L over the Yaesu FTA-550AA. The replacement lithium battery, charging cradle, & AC adapter upgrade from the FTA550 AA navcom starts getting into the realm of it becoming more economical to buy the FTA550 L. The advantage here is two radios with I interchangeable parts.
Verified Purchase
- By on Friday, November 20, 2020
- Pros:
- Review: I think the basic radio works fine and it has a lot of nice features. There are two major gripes that I have with it. The first is that it takes a rather klutzy adapter to work with headphones; it would be much better if you could just plug them into the radio, or if the adapter just plugged in (instead of requiring screws.) The second complaint is how it works with my Lightspeed Zulu 3 headset. There is a godawful feedback squeal when I transmit, which is sometimes solved by moving the transceiver far enough away from the headset. I've not gotten customer support from either company with the issue. I think I solved the problem by turning off the sidetone on the radio, but that's annoying.
Verified Purchase
This transceiver is an all around good aviation radio. I made a good purchase.
- By RAUL from Sugar Land TX USA on Monday, January 07, 2019
- Pros: Battery life is substantial. Adapted well to my headset.
- Review: It has a large display for reading all frequencies. Does not feel cheap and easy to use.
- Verified Purchase
Good product, terrible manual.
- By Clark from Moorpark CA USA on Thursday, March 22, 2018
- Pros: Seems to be a good radio
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Review:
A good Radio that does almost anything you might desire.
Manual is tough to understand. Simple function controls are buried beneath multiple menu layers making them hard to find. Manual doesn't help in some cases. I had to go to YouTube channel where someone posted a How To for some functions. That helped for some. Lots of trial and error for other functions.
- Verified Purchase
I would buy this product again.
- By A.N. from Beaver Dams NY USA on Thursday, August 11, 2016
- Pros: Very well built!
- Review: The programming of the radio was simple, and a great feature. I like that you can program edit and save all of your data on your laptop. The radio functions as it should and is very clear and easy to use in flight. A huge plus is that it comes with all the very nessary assecories in one package!
- Verified Purchase
Yaesu Pro-X
- By from Lincoln, Nebraska on Friday, May 13, 2016
- Pros: Good radio, comes with all of the adapters and charging equipment you need.
- Review: Many have suggested the back light duration is too short. A quick look at the instruction book reveals it is adjustable through the settings mode.
- Verified Purchase
- By Robert from Leesburg FL USA on Monday, August 31, 2015
- Pros: Light weight., maybe I'll learn!
- Review: Slow to learn.
Yaesu FTA550L vs AA
- By Tuskegeewings64 from Montgomery, AL on Sunday, September 15, 2024
- Pros: A better headset adapter would be a major plus!
- Cons:
- Review: Great radio for the money. Excellent features. I recommend the FTA550L over the Yaesu FTA-550AA. The replacement lithium battery, charging cradle, & AC adapter upgrade from the FTA550 AA navcom starts getting into the realm of it becoming more economical to buy the FTA550 L. The advantage here is two radios with I interchangeable parts.
- Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 1 Other people found this review helpful.
- Verified Purchase
- By on Friday, November 20, 2020
- Review: I think the basic radio works fine and it has a lot of nice features. There are two major gripes that I have with it. The first is that it takes a rather klutzy adapter to work with headphones; it would be much better if you could just plug them into the radio, or if the adapter just plugged in (instead of requiring screws.) The second complaint is how it works with my Lightspeed Zulu 3 headset. There is a godawful feedback squeal when I transmit, which is sometimes solved by moving the transceiver far enough away from the headset. I've not gotten customer support from either company with the issue. I think I solved the problem by turning off the sidetone on the radio, but that's annoying.
- Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 19 Other people found this review helpful.
- Verified Purchase
This transceiver is an all around good aviation radio. I made a good purchase.
- By RAUL from Sugar Land TX USA on Monday, January 07, 2019
- Pros: Battery life is substantial. Adapted well to my headset.
- Cons: No cons.
- Review: It has a large display for reading all frequencies. Does not feel cheap and easy to use.
- Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 16 Other people found this review helpful.
- Verified Purchase
Good product, terrible manual.
- By Clark from Moorpark CA USA on Thursday, March 22, 2018
- Pros: Seems to be a good radio
- Cons: Complex menu system and poor manual descriptions make some features hard to use.
- Review:
A good Radio that does almost anything you might desire.
Manual is tough to understand. Simple function controls are buried beneath multiple menu layers making them hard to find. Manual doesn't help in some cases. I had to go to YouTube channel where someone posted a How To for some functions. That helped for some. Lots of trial and error for other functions. - Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 20 Other people found this review helpful.
- Verified Purchase
I would buy this product again.
- By A.N. from Beaver Dams NY USA on Thursday, August 11, 2016
- Pros: Very well built!
- Cons: None
- Review: The programming of the radio was simple, and a great feature. I like that you can program edit and save all of your data on your laptop. The radio functions as it should and is very clear and easy to use in flight. A huge plus is that it comes with all the very nessary assecories in one package!
- Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 26 Other people found this review helpful.
Yaesu Pro-X
- By from Lincoln, Nebraska on Friday, May 13, 2016
- Pros: Good radio, comes with all of the adapters and charging equipment you need.
- Cons: People who don't read the instruction book.
- Review: Many have suggested the back light duration is too short. A quick look at the instruction book reveals it is adjustable through the settings mode.
- Was this review helpful to you? Yes No 38 Other people found this review helpful.
- Verified Purchase
2 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Previously Asked Questions
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Friday, March 31, 2023
Q: Does this have Bluetooth (to a Bluetooth aviation headset)?
A: No, this does not have Bluetooth. It includes a headset adapter to connect your headset but it would not be a wireless connection. If you want a Bluetooth wireless connection, you might consider the Yeasu FTA-850L Transceiver or the Icom IC-A16B Transciver instead. You can also compare all of the aviation transceivers here.
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Monday, May 26, 2014
Q: Can you hear yourself transmit when using a headset?
A: Yes, the FTA-550L does have a side tone so you can hear yourself.
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