I want one of those handheld radios that let you listen in on frequencies. Know, I have no idea what they're called. I specifically want to monitor aviation (ATIS, MF, ATF, TOWER, GROUND) frequencies.

Do most of these handhelds allow one to listen in on these frequencies?

The correct piece of equipment would be a scanner, because radio implies that you can/want to talk back to them. As for where you should tune to for hearing aviation, you would be best off to study the info here http://radio-scanner-guide.com/RadioScannerGuidePart3C-CivilAircraft.htm

I know the frequencies I'll be tuning into.

I want a two-way radio. I have a Radio Operator's License, so that won't be a problem.

What's a good brand? I'll prolly end up buying second hand off Craigslist or someshit. How much money should I expect to dish out.

I know the frequencies I'll be tuning into.

I want a two-way radio. I have a Radio Operator's License, so that won't be a problem.

What's a good brand? I'll prolly end up buying second hand off Craigslist or someshit. How much money should I expect to dish out.

Are you licensed in amateur, or actual communications like this? As for brands, I like Icom, Kenwood, and Yaesu. In a retail environment, Kenwood is usually more or most expensive, so expect a high second-hand price. Icom is typically next, followed in a close 3rd by Yaesu, in both retail and second hand price. A key would be to look for a radio in better condition (i.e. non-smoking, no pets)

ham licence wont let you use air band. nither will land mobile (ect) licences.

The only air/ground HT i've had experiance with is the EF Johnson 5100. It will cost you out the ass (the US Gov't get them for around $1000 per unit) and I image it will be quite a lot more for civilians.

I can talk to anyone on the VHF band though, and surprisingly good range with the stock rubber ducky antenna.

What sort of license do you have?

ham licence wont let you use air band. nither will land mobile (ect) licences.

Thats what I was trying to establish. I'd rather know the facts before I answer, unlike some TOTSE members who just spout crap out their eating holes.

Thats what I was trying to establish. I'd rather know the facts before I answer, unlike some TOTSE members who just spout crap out their eating holes.

The fact he said Radio Operator's license and not amature/ham license makes me think he does have the correct qualifications for the radio he's looking for. Then again I could be making an ass of myself for assuming he has the correct licenses.

The fact he said Radio Operator's license and not amature/ham license makes me think he does have the correct qualifications for the radio he's looking for. Then again I could be making an ass of myself for assuming he has the correct licenses.

Which is the same thing I was trying to hash out. Do you really think TOTSE members follow the rules?

I have a Aeronautical Radio Operator's License. I'm fully qualified. I use the radios in the cockpit on a daily basis. Now, I'm looking for something I can use on the ground from the airport.

I have a Aeronautical Radio Operator's License. I'm fully qualified. I use the radios in the cockpit on a daily basis. Now, I'm looking for something I can use on the ground from the airport.

That answers my question!

Heres a radio http://www.avmart.com/itemdetail.asp?pid=2806&cat=175

EDIT: Dam im such a retard

GREAT! u should have said that u have a FRTO. theres a fuck load of different licences out there. \

all the microlight guys around here use icom HTs. so does the local operator
they come with a free headset adaptor. good for cutting the noise on the tarmac, not having to hold the bastard up to your ear to hear over nose.

Awesome. Thanks.

go to the american equivalent of the radio society there and find a local group near you. they will be able to point you in the right direction of some good gear at less than horrific prices, or will probably have some decent second hand gear you can buy from them for a pretty low price.
my "club" have built or supplied in the past to the army