FAR DECODED — GLOSSARY

HERTZ

Definition

HERTZ

The standard radio equivalent of frequency in cycles per second of an electromagnetic wave. Kilohertz (kHz) is a frequency of one thousand cycles per second. Megahertz (MHz) is a frequency of one million cycles per second.

Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).

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