The RFI CD29 VHF Air‑Band Mopole™ Antenna is a ground‑plane‑independent, no‑tune solution that delivers a true 3 dB gain across the entire 118 – 136 MHz aviation band. A rugged, impact‑resistant base shields the integrated matching circuit from vibration and shock, while the tapered stainless‑steel whip finished in a hard‑wearing black powder coat—flexes safely under low‑clearance obstacles. Designed for standard MBC (PL‑259) mobile mounts, the antenna drops straight into existing installations on fleet or emergency‑response vehicles, ramp service trucks, and airside support equipment.
Product Features:
- The broadband design covers the full 118 – 136 MHz VHF air-band without field tuning, reducing installation time and complexity.
- Its ground-plane-independent Mopoleâ„¢ architecture allows reliable operation from alternative mounting points such as mirrors, gutter brackets, or roof rails.
- The factory-matched circuit, sealed in a virtually indestructible base, maintains a stable 50 Ω impedance and VSWR < 1.8 : 1 across vehicle types.
- The flexible, 900 mm tapered stainless-steel whip is powder-coated for corrosion resistance and withstands knocks and bends without performance loss.
- It is rated for 50 W input power with 3 dBq vertical-polarised gain to extend VHF air-band coverage on the move.
- This antenna is Australian-designed and manufactured for proven durability in extreme environments.
Application Areas:
- It is ideal for airfield service vehicles; fuel tankers, baggage carts, and follow-me cars; that require reliable VHF communications with control towers and aircraft.
- It is suitable for emergency-response and ARFF (Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting) trucks requiring rugged, broadband air-band antennas.
- It performs reliably on fleet logistics or utility vehicles operating near airports and interfacing with aviation radio networks.
- It benefits ground support equipment where mounting locations lack a conventional metal roof ground plane.
- It is perfect for any mobile installation upgrading from narrow-band, tuneable whips to a maintenance-free broadband solution.
In the Box:
- 1 × RFI CD29‑118136‑00 VHF Air‑Band Mopole™ Antenna Whip (118 – 136 MHz,3 dB gain).
- MBC right‑angle SO‑239 roof‑mount base pre‑assembled to the whip.
Documents:
RFI CD29 Antenna - Datasheet
RFI CD29 Antenna - Installation Guide
