VHF (Very High Frequency) radio is the most important communication tool on any vessel. Understanding how it works and which frequencies to use can be the difference between safety and disaster. VHF FREQUENCY SPECIFICATIONS: Operating Frequency Range: 156.0 – 162.025 MHz (Maritime Band) Communication Range: 20-30 nautical miles (depending on antenna height and atmospheric conditions) Channel Spacing: 25 kHz (with some 12.5 kHz channels in congested areas) CRITICAL VHF CHANNELS: ▪ CHANNEL 16 – In