[Elecraft] kx3 aircraft radio

[glen worstell]

Message: 29
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:42:15 -0500
From: "James Meade" <jnmeade at southslope.net>
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 Avionics Receive
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1.  As I posted in the OP, I have an experimental aircraft and therefore
do not need a TSO'd radio, per FAR 91.205.  This position is well
documented in experimental aircraft and avionics circles so I won't repeat
it all here, just note it for the benefit of those more familiar with
standard certificated airplanes which do have to meet FAR 91.205.  I
would, of course, be sure the radio complied with FCC rules per CFR Title
47 Part 87, which talks to airplane stations, especially 87.131.

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mars frequencies are usually close to ham band edges.

aircraft transceiver frequencies are not even close (118-136 MHz).

the kx3 would require extensive mods to work on those frequencies. Not
worth the effort, imho.

It might be feasible to build a transverter, tho.

BTW, for certified aircraft it would be legal to use an non-tso'd radio
for emergency communications only. If your backup radio is intended for
use only when your main radio craps out you may feel OK doing that, but
I'd remove the radio during annual inspections.

Glen, KG0T