Two years ago I took a K3 and a KPA500 to a Scouting retreat at Our Lady
of Sorrows Shrine in Starkenburg, Missouri, to demonstrate Amateur
Radio. One of our 20-meter SSB contacts that weekend was with the
captain of a Boeing 757 at 35,000 feet over Nebraska en route to Dallas.
Imagine the thrill that brought to those kids. Imagine the thrill it
brought to the six old guys in our radio club who helped me that day!
And it wasn't a hello/goodbye kind of QSO either. He talked one-on-one
with several of the Scouts, answered their questions, and repeatedly
encouraged them to explore Amateur Radio has a great way for young
people to prepare for a multitude of disciplines and vocations.
As for safety and distracted flying . . . I'd fly with that captain
anywhere anytime.
73,
Kent Trimble, K9ZTV
Jefferson City, MO
On 3/27/2013 10:46 PM, someone wrote:
I do wonder what US Airways and the FAA think about a pilot engaging
in a hobby while flying an A330 full of passengers? Being distracted
while flying has been an issue
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