Hi Syd, In formation flights the lead normally has transponder on, with the other planes in the flight setting their transponders to standby mode. Question; is my assumption correct that the lead Coupe into OSH fly with the transponder on...?
Dan H N3968H ----- Original Message ----- From: Syd Cohen Cc: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: Re: [ercoupe-flyin] Oshkosh questions Good questions, Eliacim, Yes, transponders are supposed to be "off" or "standby." With all those airplanes approaching Oshkosh with reduced separation, the ATC system would be saturated with transponder conflict alerts, driving the controllers crazy. I will provide everyone in the Ercoupe Caravan with VAC signs and also special signs allowing us to park in the Type Club Parking area. I've printed up 50 of each. I've also printed 50 abbreviated NOTAMs, leaving out the warbird, ultralight, and rotocraft information. I will hand all of these things out to those who are flying in the Caravan. Be sure to bring your own tie-downs. Syd [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have been studying the 32 page (!!) Oshkosh NOTAM. Two questions: 1. Are the transponders really supposed to be off? (standby) Why? 2. What sign is Syd's Ercoupe group displaying on arrival? VAC? Eliacim ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 6/24/2008 7:53 AM
