Blue Sky Avionics



Aircraft Transceivers

Vertex Standard has been on the cutting edge of radio design for over forty years. Blue Sky Avionics offer three Aircraft Band Transceivers to fit anyone's wish list, the VXA-150 "Pro V", VXA-210 "Aviator Pilot", and the new VXA-700 "Spirit". All designed with the right balance between durable construction, useful features, and handsome ergonomic styling.


VXA-150 Aviator PRO V

Air Band Communication Transceiver with a 5 Watt transmitter with MIL-STD construction 16 key Back-Lit keypad, direct frequency entry, NOAA weather receive, and 150 memory channels.

Supplied with: Helical Antenna, Ni-Cad Battery Pack (700mAH), Overnight Charger, and Headset Adaptor

PN 40002
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VXA-210/16 Aviator Pilot

Professional-grade air band monitoring and VOR navigation display with CDI built into one transceiver. The Aviator Pilot combines Vertex Standard's legendary MIL-STD construction and sleek styling with the most advanced features ever offered in a handheld air band transceiver. 5-Watt Transmitter Power, Backlight Keypad, 150 Memory Channels, Split Channel Operation, VOR Navigation Receiver, and10 NOAA Weather Channels.

Supplied with: Helical Antenna, Ni-Cad Battery Pack (700mAH), Overnight Charger, and Headset Adaptor

PN 40003

PN 40004 With Barometric Altimeter Option
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Introducing the New!   VXA-700 Spirit

A first in aviation communications! Vertex Standard has combined an Air Band Transceiver, VOR Navigation, Amateur Radio 2 meter, and a NOAA Weather Receiver in a single hand-held unit!

Supplied with: Helical Antenna, Li-Ion Battery Pack (1300mAH), Overnight Charger, and Headset Adaptor

PN 40005
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*Valid Amateur Radio License Required for Operation on Amateur Radio Frequencies

Checkout these features!

  • 5 Watts TX Output Power
  • FM Radio Broadcast Band Receive (88-108 MHz)
  • 190 Memory Channels Including Pre-Programmed "Book" Memories
  • Submersible (JIS 7)
  • Rugged Magnesium Die-Cast Construction
  • Includes Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
  • Multi-color Strobe LED
  • PC Programmable VOR Navigation Display
  • Dot Matrix Display
  • Back-Lit Keypad and Display with Dimmer
  • One Touch Emergency Frequency (121.5 MHz) Access
  • RX Battery Saver
  • CTCSS and DCS Operation (FM 144 MHZ Band)
  • NOAA Weather Channel Receive (USA Version Only)
  • NOAA Weather Alert (USA Version Only)

Vertex Standard Accessories:


DC Adaptor, 12V E-DC-5B  PN 41000
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Antenna Adaptor CN-3 PN 41001
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Lapel Speaker Microphone MH-44A4B PN 41002
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Alkaline Battery Case FBA-25
PN 41003
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Ni Cad Battery, 100mAH FNB-V57 (requires PN 41006 or 41007)
PN 41004
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VXA-700 "AA" Battery Case FBA-23
PN 41009
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VXA-700 Rapid Charger CD-15A
PN 41010
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DC Cable wire only E-DC-6
PN 41008
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Desktop Rapid Charger VAC-400
PN 41006
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Overnight Rapid Charger NC-76B
PN 41007
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Ni MH Battery, 1500mAH APD-V57 (requires PN 41006 or 41007)
PN 41005
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Blue Sky Avionics  is also your source for Kestrel Windmeters, Suunto Watches and Compasses, Leatherman Juice and Squirt Multi-tools, and RAM Mounts. Call 605-977-3608 for more information.