[Milsurplus] New MF Amateur Band Approved at WRC - 472 to 479

[Mike Morrow]

Ralph wrote:

> what was the length of the Gibson Girl phosphor bronze antenna when used 
> with a kite

The full length is 300 feet.  Supported by balloon or kite with the BC-778
ground strap in salt water, it's a pretty good antenna for the two-watt
500 kHz 1000 Hz A2 signal.  The manual claims 500 mile range as possible.

The manual is available at http://bama.edebris.com/manuals/military/scr578/

Mike / KK5F