If Redbird Tower is not in operation, which frequency should be used as a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to monitor airport traffic?

The correct frequency to use as a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) when Redbird Tower is not in operation is 122.95 MHz. This frequency is widely recognized as the standard CTAF for uncontrolled airports and is used by pilots to communicate their intentions, report their positions, and maintain situational awareness in the vicinity of the airport.

Using 122.95 MHz is essential for ensuring that all pilots in the area can receive and transmit information regarding their flight operations and traffic, thereby enhancing safety and coordination during approach and departure. This is particularly important at airports without an operating control tower, where pilots must rely on self-announcement to ensure safe operations.

While frequencies like 120.3 MHz, 126.35 MHz, and 118.5 MHz serve specific purposes (such as approach control, flight service stations, or other ATC duties), they are not designated for general use as CTAF in the absence of tower operations. Hence, utilizing 122.95 MHz is the appropriate choice for maintaining effective communication among pilots in uncontrolled airspace around Redbird.