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 PJ2 Portable VHF Comm
Key Takeaways:
- The PJ2 is a new, $199 Japanese-made handheld aviation transceiver from Sporty's, intended as a reliable, rugged, and inexpensive option for backup or primary use.
- Key features of the PJ2 include built-in GA headset jacks, smart power options, and tight receiver sensitivity.
- Aviation Consumer editor Larry Anglisano has field-tested the PJ2 and prepared a report on its performance.
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