Sorry to start the email firestorm. Now that I know it is not a legal
activity, I will not use it.

Besides, occasionally, having no way for your family to conact you isn't
always a bad thing. :-)

"steve" wrote in message
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Hi Everyone,

Sorry if this is a stupid question, but I purchased a backup handheld
radio for cross country flights, etc. and was wondering if it is permitted
to use it so I can contact my family while flying over the local area.

I would use a frequency not used locally for any other purposes.

Your thoughts?

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Thanks,

Steve

"When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the Earth
with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there
you will always long to return"
- Leonardo Da Vinci