[Hallicrafters] GROL (PG) license

[Jim Wilhite]

You are honorably correct Bob, the NDB certification is done in two 
ways.  First is the electronic side by the FDSO folk who have 
responsibility.  Your local avionics inspector usually can't do this 
unless he has been certified, it is the radio group.  The approach side 
(test flights) is by Airways, a different group.  Both must work in 
tandem for you to receive certification.

The CHT thing is with tongue in cheek.  I have met and worked with some 
real idiots at the FAA.  I even met an avionics person who believed an 
A&P could not install a radio or gauge in the panel without doing a W&B 
calculation.  That was my reference.  He also believed only an approved 
avionics shop was the only person (group) who could do that 
installation.  I challenge anyone to find that little gem in the 
regulations.    Also don't forget a STA for a non standard gauge.

Dealing with some of these people is like dealing with overworked 
incompetents.  And we know they aren't overworked.

73

Jim/W5JO


----- Original Message ----- 



> Jim,
>
> I agree with you in terms of practicality and theoretical points.
>
> The FSDO folks get into the picture for the NAVAID certification, and
> make the test flights, (usually), to verify the equipment.  This is
> especially true *IF* that airport has an NDB approach published.
>
> The entire system of whom does or not have what authority is
> ridiculous!  It is simply turf war thing.
>
> Adding a CHT gauge doesn't require a modifies weight and balance, BUT
> does require a Form 337, unless this gauge was as per original
> certification.
>
> So once again they, the FAA, does indeed stick its nose in.
> Bob - N0DGN