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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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, shortwave, longwave, and single side band signals for worldwide connectivity.
VERSATILE MEDIA PLAYBACK - Play your favorite music in multiple formats directly from the included 16GB microSD card.
SMART CONVENIENCE FEATURES - Set alarms, use the sleep timer, and store up to 3,150 station memories for effortless listening.
ROBUST INTERFERENCE DEFENSE - Advanced triple conversion DSP and analog High-IF circuitry deliver unparalleled reception clarity.

The Tecsun PL-990 is a cutting-edge digital worldband radio featuring comprehensive frequency coverage including AM, FM, shortwave, longwave, and single side band reception. It integrates advanced analog High-IF circuitry with triple conversion DSP technology for superior sensitivity and interference rejection. Equipped with a powerful 3W Class AB amplifier and full-range speaker, it delivers rich, distortion-free audio. The device also functions as a versatile MP3 player supporting multiple audio formats via a microSD card (16GB included). Additional features like an alarm clock, sleep timer, 3,150 station memories, and external antenna input make it a premium choice for professionals craving global connectivity and high-fidelity sound.

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Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.5"L x 1.25"W x 4.5"H
Style	Minimalist
Color	Black
Hardware Interface	MicroSD, 3.5mm Audio
Frequency	108 MHz
Compatible Devices	Earphone
Speaker Maximum Output Power	3 Watts
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Voltage	5 Volts (DC)
Display Type	LCD
Power Source	Battery Powered
Radio Bands Supported	AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, Single Side Band
Display Technology	LCD
Special Features	Portable
Connectivity Technology	Wireless
Tuner Type	SSB, FM, AM

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

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