Icom IC-A25C Portable Handheld VHF Airband COM Transceiver

The IC-A25C is a portable handheld COM transceiver - 58.9×148.4×31.8mm, 340g with BP-288. It delivers the A25 platform's large display and 6W RF performance without the cost premium of the NAV/COM IC-A25N.

The 2.3-inch LCD is the largest screen in the Icom handheld airband lineup. It runs in day mode for direct sunlight readability and switches to night mode for low-light cockpit use. The enlarged flat keypad supports direct frequency entry with gloves on - practical on the flight line in cold weather.

COM TX/RX covers 118.000–136.992 MHz with both 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing - 25 kHz for domestic USA COM frequencies , 8.33 kHz for European airspace operation. Weather RX covers 161.650–163.275 MHz with weather alert. Channel capacity is 300 across 15 memory groups. The Flip-Flop function recalls the last 10 channels used - convenient for switching between tower, ground, ATIS, and approach frequencies without reprogramming.

Audio output is 1200mW internal / 530mW external - sufficient for open-cockpit use and noisy ramp environments. ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) reduces impulse noise on receive. Side Tone confirms microphone operation through a connected headset. Internal VOX enables hands-free TX with a wired headset via the OPC-2379 adapter. The 121.5 MHz emergency key provides immediate access to the international distress frequency.

The BP-288 intelligent battery (2350mAh) shows detailed charge and health status in the battery status screen. The BP-289 alkaline case (6×AA) provides field backup power without charging infrastructure - relevant for fly-in events, remote strips, and multi-day trips where charging may not be available.

Protection is IP57 (1m / 30 min) with MIL-STD-810 G compliance for shock, vibration, temperature, salt fog, and dust. External 11.0V DC input allows continuous in-aircraft operation. FCC Part 87 certified for USA VHF airband.

The Icom IC-A25C is FCC Part 87 certified for USA VHF airband COM operation on 118–137 MHz. In the United States, no separate radio license is required for pilots to operate a handheld VHF airband radio during flight operations within the USA. A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit (RP) is required for operations in international airspace or at foreign airports.

The IC-A25C supports both 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing. Domestic USA COM frequencies use 25 kHz; 8.33 kHz is required in European airspace above FL195. The IC-A25C's COM-only RX (118–137 MHz) does not cover the VOR navigation band (108–118 MHz) - pilots needing to monitor VOR frequencies on the same radio should specify the IC-A25N.

The IC-A25C has no Bluetooth - all audio connections are wired via the OPC-2379 headset adapter and the 3.5mm external speaker jack. This eliminates Bluetooth compatibility concerns and keeps the radio simpler to operate in high-workload flight environments.

As an authorized Icom aviation dealer, AXDIGITAL assists customers with radio selection and FCC Part 87 guidance. Contact our team to compare the IC-A25C and IC-A25N for your specific operation.