Scanning Q&A

This article can be used to house questions about scanning in general - anything from antennas to laws to coax and more

General Scanning Questions

• ''Can I bring my scanner on an airplane?''
  • Read the Scanning on an Airplane and Scanners and Airport Security pages.
• ''Is scanning legal? How about in my car?''
  • Read this informative site on scanner laws.
• ''What is the best scanner for me?''
  • See the help provided on the scanner decision page.

General Frequencies

If you are searching for specific frequencies in your area, the RR Database is the place to start - but at times there may be a better option....

• ''Where can I find frequencies for the various services, such as Railroads, Aircraft, ect.?''
  • Please see our US/Canadian Common Frequencies article
• ''I am a railfan and would like to scan, what frequencies do they use?''
  • See Railroad frequencies
• ''Where can I find frequencies for NASCAR, LPGA, NFL, ect.?''
  • See our Sports frequencies article