Does Iceland radio offer satellite communication?

Iceland Radio offers satellite communication service to aircrafts through IRIDIUM and IMMARSAT. When HF conditions deteriorate, a satellite communication can be applied. If the aircraft is equipped with a satellite phone on board, pilots can call Iceland Radio centre when necessary.

Can Iceland radio call aircraft?

Moreover, Iceland Radio can call aircrafts equipped with a satellite phone. Aircrafts can request a phone patch to their company dispatch unit or to Medlink when necessary. Through HF and landline interconnection, Iceland radio can call and connect an aircraft to their company dispatch unit or to Medlink.

How often does Iceland radio issue HF frequencies?

At a regular basis, frequencies are issued twice a day by Iceland Radio. Occasionally, when HF reception conditions vary or deteriorate, HF frequencies are subject to change, and higher frequencies may be issued for HF communication. Higher operating frequencies are 11279 khz, 13291 khz and 17946 khz.

What aircraft are used in Iceland's air defense mission?

The air defense mission is carried out by F-15 Eagle fighter aircraft rotating every 90 days to Iceland. Using four ground-based radars and occasionally AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft, the 85th Group's 932nd Air Control Squadron provides air surveillance of Iceland and the North Atlantic.