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TSO-C160a

Very High Frequency (VHF) Digital Link (VDL) Mode 2 Communications Equipment

Current Issued 08/27/2025 PDF ↗

What is a TSOA?

A Technical Standard Order Authorization is the FAA's permit for a manufacturer to produce equipment that meets a specific TSO standard (avionics, seats, parachutes, GPS receivers, etc.). The TSO sets the performance requirement; the TSOA is the holder's authorization to deliver compliant parts.

Authorized parts (1)

  • VHF Data Radio (VDR) RTA-50E

    965-1796-[ ]; SWM69007272-[ ] HNR54727600[ ]