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Review on ๐Ÿ“ป Yaesu FTA550L: High-Performance Handheld VHF Transceiver with Long-Lasting Li-Ion Battery by Kenyatae Tillo

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I highly recommend this transceiver.

Very good quality radio. We mainly use it for AWOS at our airfield which has no METAR reports. Almost as fast as METAR. And much quicker than calling a 1960's technological AWOS and then often getting a busy number. Drives you crazy! This radio is the solution. Just leave it on, it's his charger with the volume turned down. If you want to get a modified IFR clearance on the spur of the moment (walking to the plane), this works in a good place (where communication is generally good). Not the strongest transmitter, but it works great and the receiver (and its settings on the LCD) is clear and legible. First class equipment.

Pros
  • Good product for the price
Cons
  • Some flaws

Comments (3)

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April 08, 2023
Seems great so far, not a fan of the headset adapter plug
March 18, 2023
Solid value and features; wish reception were better
March 12, 2023
Excellent radio, great for getting preflight ATIS and as a backup VHF