Radio on Aeroplanes
Sir. —Captain Stedman points out that radio in aeroplanes, though desirable, is virtually impracticable on account of the fact that when an aeroplane crashes the transmitter would be put out of action. It appeals to me that this fact should be a strong inducement to have all aeroplanes radio equipped. However, instead of having the plane’s transmitter for use only when the “crash” or forced binding occurs, have the transmitter so arranged that as soon as the aeroplane leaves the airport the transmitter sends out a continuous beam on a known wavelength. If this is done, every aeroplane will be in constant communication by beam with the interested airport, a better method of keeping touch than intermittent morse messages and one that calls for no operation on the part of the pilot. If the aero clubs are serious in their desire to add a form of radio communication to their- aeroplanes, they will adopt this suggestion.—l am, etc., RADIO. Wellington, March 22.
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Dominion, Volume 27, Issue 151, 23 March 1934, Page 13
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