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Using XCOM and Flight Line radios in certificated gliders
Hi,
A customer has asked me whether or not it is legal to install and use a non-FAA-approved radio such as the XCOM 760 or FlightLine FL-760 in a type certificated glider. XCOM's statement on the subject is copied below. Some aircraft mechanics and avionics shops seem OK with installing those radios and other flat refuse to. I don't have anything similar from FlightLine. Below is an excerpt from a note received from XCOM on this subject. "Our aircraft radio is not TSO'd but it does have the necessary FAA and FCC approvals for fitting into certified aircraft. In fact there are hundreds in the USA fitted to aircraft in either the standard or the primary category." He copied me on the FAA and FCC certificates - which are on my web site he http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/xcom.htm. The customer has an A&P that is very hesitant to approve the use of those radios - unless someone can show paperwork showing that they were received approval to do so - such as a 337 that was submitted and approved. I should know more about this, but I have received so many differing opinions, that I don't know what to believe. I imagine I'll get a million different opinions on this subject, and I welcome them. But opinions are not what the customer needs. He needs specific examples and paperwork - if possible. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Best Regards, Paul Remde Cumulus Soaring, Inc. |
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