EASA NAV(A)basic
91. What equipment is required aboard an aircraft to use VDF?
Answer
A VHF radio
Explanation
The aircraft transmits a signal using its VHF radio; the ground station performs the direction finding. **Key takeaway:** VDF is ground-based; the aircraft needs VHF communication equipment. **Glossary:** VHF: very high frequency.
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