The Red Arrows are one of the world’s most iconic aerobatic display teams, thrilling airshow crowds across the UK and internationally with their precision flying, red-white-blue smoke trails, and thunderous formations. But did you know you can listen in on their real-time communications using a basic airband scanner?
This article explains how to tune in to the Red Arrows’ comms, which frequencies to use, and what kind of chatter you can expect to hear.
Frequencies Used by the Red Arrows (2025)
| Frequency (MHz) | Use / Purpose |
|---|---|
| 243.450 | Primary air-to-air |
| 242.600 | Secondary air-to-air |
| 307.075 | Secondary air-to-air |
| 336.525 | Secondary air-to-air |
What Can You Hear?
Using an airband scanner, you can often pick up:
- Real-time chatter between the pilots during a display.
- Red 1 (Team Leader) calling maneuvers and timing.
- Red 10 (Supervisor and ground-based commentator) coordinating with Red 1.
- Display authorisation, weather updates, emergency calls, or even a canceled display.
This can significantly enhance your airshow experience, offering insight into the choreography and teamwork behind the performance.
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