I use ERCO when I file DUATS flight plans which is always my case since I am constantl;y flying in the DC ADIZ. Now the controllers usually pick up the word " Ercoupe" on my initial call and no more questions. I usually call FAA Approach Control before I enter the ADIZ just to be sure my transponder is working. Don't want an F-16 trying to slow down to my speed and fall out of the sky.
Even the FSS know what to use when I file for longer cross countrys. When going over the "mountains" in the East I usually get flight following. Added peace of mind - radar flight following, transponder ready to squak 7700 if I get in trouble and direct comm with FSS or FAA radar. I figure my taxes are paying for this so why not use the service. Also with P-40, Camp David ,hot all the time and expanded more and more it is almost a must. With the Presidential elections coming soon be sure you check NOTAMS before flying for many times the candidates will pop into an airport which initiates a restricted area. Jim N3439H FDK ----- Original Message ----- From: Maynard To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2008 1:21 AM Subject: Re: [ercoupe-tech] Aircoupe identifier The identifier for Ercoupes and yes Forney's and Alons and even those weird things that came after that is ERCO! ====================================== ----- Original Message ----- From: Gordon Smith To: [email protected] Sent: Monday, August 18, 2008 9:42 PM Subject: [ercoupe-tech] Aircoupe identifier I too, am constanly being asked the identifier. If they don't understand it I spell out AIRCOUPE, and let them deal with it how ever they want. Gordon Smith (JOT) THE SENILITY PRAYER : Grant me the senility to forget the people I never liked anyway, the good fortune to run into the ones I do, and the eyesight to tell the difference.
