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Peter and I would like to thank all of you for your interest in our G1K! Your input has meant a lot to us and given us a lot to chew on!

Toward that end, Peter and I will not be selling any more G1Ks in the forseeable future. Family and work commitements will also have number 1 priority for at least the next 6-8 month. Please check back to see what we’ve done with the next stage of our project.

Until then, God bless you all, and as they say in Germany, ‘Tschuss’!!!!

WHAT AN ADVENTURE!

Who has never dreamed of becoming a Marine or Navy pilot? Here’s a great blog I came across of a naval officer going through flight training. If you get a chance, take a look!

Ever get a little flustered when ATC blasts your IFR clearance past you at .5 mach? Here’s a little practice from our friends at Live ATC. Click here to go to the post with the audio files.

The USB driver has to be installed before

P.S.

You do not need the Driver for normal working. Only if you have to change the Key Mapping inside the G1K-Simulator

Please do not connect the G1k for the driver installation

You do not need the Driver for normal working. Only if you have to change the Key Mapping inside the G1K-Simulator

Sorry,

it is only on a German Windows XP and without sound. But I am sure Pete (US) will create a better one very soon.

P.S.

You do not need the Driver for normal working. Only if you have to change the Key Mapping inside the G1K-Simulator

Okay, you want to scan commercial and military air traffic, but you nothing about it. Where do you start? Here’s a great website that has all the information you need. There are forums covering the selection of scanners, antennas, frequencies for your area, and numerous tips and tricks of the hobby. There are also several links to retailers. So, in one afternoon you can learn what you need, what you need to do, and where to buy it! Consider purchasing a premium membership to help support this group! Happy listening! Check out their blog, too!

Update: 11.15.08. Here’s a sample of patched digital audio: patched-audio

The Declaration of Independence tells us that, “all men are created equal.” Yes, they are. Batteries aren’t, however. When you are shopping for a flashlight for the cockpit, or batteries for your electronic flight computer, you’ll need to consider what kind of batteries will be required. Some flashlights can use rechargeable batteries. Others can’t. Some devices (like ultra bright mini-flashlights) require fairly expensive batteries with limited operation time like the CR123A. Fortunately, there are some very good rechargeable batteries that can be used in a number of devices pilots use. Rechargeables save money, natural resources, an minimize e-waste. Always check with the flashlight or calculator manufacturer first to see what they recommend. Instead of re-inventing the wheel, here’s a series of articles on rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries you’ll find informative: Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride, Lituium Ion, Alkaline, and Rechargeable Alkaline. They all have pros and cons. No, I guess you can’t really say they have pros and cons. It’s just a matter of which kind of battery suits your needs. For instance, Lithium Ion batteries have a shelf life that can extend as long as 10 years! But, once removed from their chargers, most rechargeable batteries start to self-discharge within a week. The Lithium Ion battery is great for flashlights that are only used occasionally over a long period of time. Rechargeables are better for items that are used a lot and would otherwise require the frequent purchase of new batteries.

Here’s a great video that’s been out a while. Featuring the F/A-18 Hornet. Enjoy!

If you’d like to listen in to military and commercial aviation, you really need nothing more than a commercially available scanner. As our military uses public airspace, they will be in contact with FAA ARTCC or TCAs. Aviation communications, of course, are between 108 MHz and 136 MHz, depending upon your area. Military aviation comms can also be found between 200 MHz and 400 MHz. Like commercial communications, they will be using AM. Not all scanners actually cover the 200-400 MHz band, so look carefully when purchasing.

Here’s a great resource for finding the local aviation frequencies near you. There’s also a great forum where you can ask questions about monitoring commercial, private, and military aviation. There are many experience scanning enthusiasts who are a wealth of information and advice. As I’ve said before in a previous entry, never spend good money for one of those ‘frequency guides’. They are for people who don’t know how to use the Internet to get information for free! Further, the people in the Radioreference.com forums may already have a huge list of frequencies and respective users that aren’t published in any guide!