For backup or primary, there’s a still a need for a reliable, rugged and inexpensive handheld aviation transceiver and the Japanese-made $199 PJ2 built for Sporty’s is the latest to hit the market. At first blush the PJ2 has useful features including built-in GA headset jacks, smart power options and tight receiver sensitivity. Aviation Consumer editor Larry Anglisano has been putting the PJ2 through its paces and prepared this field report.
Sporty’s New Handheld Radio Field Report
Key Takeaways:
- The PJ2 is a new, inexpensive ($199) handheld aviation transceiver.
- It's designed to be reliable and rugged.
- Features include built-in GA headset jacks and smart power options.
- Early testing shows good receiver sensitivity.
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