I have operated from numeous cruise ships.... and from KP2, KP4, FS, J3, HI, 8P, ZF2, 6Y5, V2 & /MM. using a "Spider" and "Hustler" antennas. The Hustler was made to fit in suitcase and the rigs used were a Wilderness Sierra and a Yaesu FT-817. To the individual who was looking for a small antenna contact me direct rmcgaver at wi.rr.com