Isn’t 108 mhz to 135 mhz the aviation band? is that range covered?

For a radio of this caliber and especially price, it's a huge mistake to leave out a band (VHF-Air) that is important to monitoring enthusiast, especially since many radios that cost much less have included it. It was missed in the PL-880, and most thought surely Tecsun would surely correct that mistake when the new PL-990 was announced, especially when it was going to cost $120 more than the previous PL-880. Sure, you can get a scanner if you want to monitor the VHF-Airband, but why should you have to do that? Especially since you're paying nearly $300, and yet some good quality shortwave SSB Shortwave portables that cost less than $160 include VHF-Air.

Does this radio record onto the SD card?

No, it must be recorded on another device.

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Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black

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Brand
Tecsun
Colour
Black
Connectivity technology
Wireless
Product dimensions
19.8L x 12W x
Special features
Rechargeable

📡5 bands + SSB coverage

🔊3W Class AB amp speaker

🔋2600mAh rechargeable battery

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Description

🌍 Tune In, Stand Out — The World’s Airwaves in Your Palm

USER CENTRIC DESIGN - 3,150 station memories, alarm clock, sleep timer, keylock, and external antenna input for ultimate control and convenience.
AUDIOPHILE GRADE SOUND - Experience crisp, distortion-free audio with a premium 3W full-range speaker and Class AB amplifier.
GLOBAL FREQUENCY MASTERY - Seamlessly tune AM, FM, LW, SW & Single Side Band for worldwide connectivity.
VERSATILE MEDIA PLAYBACK - Play FLAC, WAV, APE, WMA & MP3 files directly from included 16GB microSD card—your personal soundtrack anywhere.
SMART POWER PORTABILITY - Long-lasting 2600mAh Li-ion battery with built-in charger keeps you powered on the go.

The Tecsun PL990 is a cutting-edge digital worldband radio combining advanced analog High-IF circuitry with triple conversion DSP technology for unmatched sensitivity and selectivity across AM, FM, LW, SW, and Single Side Band frequencies. It features a premium 3W Class AB amplifier speaker delivering rich, distortion-free sound, plus an integrated MP3 player supporting multiple audio formats via a 16GB microSD card. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it offers 3,150 station memories, alarm and sleep timers, and a rechargeable 2600mAh Li-ion battery with built-in charger, all housed in a sleek matte black portable design.

Specifications

ASIN	B08KL77Q4H
Additional Features	Rechargeable
Antenna Location	Music, News
Best Sellers Rank	#29,934 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #3 in Shortwave Receivers
Brand	Tecsun
Built-In Media	Battery, Owner's Manual, Power Adapter
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Earphone
Connectivity Technology	Wireless
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (263)
Display Technology	LCD
Display Type	LCD
Frequency	108 MHz
Hardware Interface	3.5mm Audio, MicroSD
Item Dimensions L x W x H	19.8L x 12W x 3.8H centimeters
Manufacturer	Tecsun
Mfr Part Number	PL990
Model Number	PL990
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Power Source	Battery Powered
Radio Bands Supported	AM (520-1710 kHz), LW (100-519 FM (64-108 MHz), SW (1711-29999 kHz)
Speaker Maximum Output Power	3 Watts
Style Name	Minimalist
Tuner Type	AM
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	5 Volts (DC)

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