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>The question is - can I use this thing without a license? Bob Galvan
>posted some info. on this subject about a year ago or so, but I've
>misplaced it. Also, what is the emergency frequency, Kenneth? I think
>it's channel 16, but do the Coasties prefer that you talk to them on
No, you no longer need a license. In an emergency, you should always use
channel 16, since that channel is monitored by other boats as well as the
Coast Guard. Usually, the Coast Guard will ask you to switch to channel 22,
but only after they get the basic information about your situation.
John Morris
jmorris@cup.hp.com-DeleteThis
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