[Elecraft] kx3 aircraft radio

[KENT TRIMBLE]

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