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what is gold stickering? - 7/5/2003 1:19:47 AM   
lkaras1


 

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Status: offline 		what is gold stickering? and were can you get it done? I have a old Airtronics Vanguard I got from my wifes grandfather. There is a gold sticker on the bottom already but he has not used it in a few years.
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Check RCM for a Radio Repair Shop - 7/5/2003 4:21:28 AM   
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Status: offline 		Back in the day, (early 90s), when they went from wide-band to narrow-band channel spacing (It was a Federal Law I believe), the gold sticker was a narrow-band verification. Didn't have the sticker you were not able to fly for interference reasons. Not used now on the newer equipment because the spec has been in place for so long. Hope this mostly accurate info helps.

Vince AMA 7051

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what is gold stickering? - 7/5/2003 5:24:25 AM   
lkaras1


 

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Status: offline 		So if I have a gold sticker already Im pretty much set?

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Might Have it Checked to be safe - 7/5/2003 6:37:06 AM   
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Status: offline 		If you havn't had it checked in a couple of years, might be a good idea to have checked anyway. Also check and cycle the trans and receiver batteries. Batteries are cheap compared to building a new plane and buying another engine.

Vince

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what is gold stickering? - 7/5/2003 7:04:54 AM   
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Status: offline 		Were can I have it checked?

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Check The Model Mags - 7/5/2003 9:01:40 AM   
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Status: offline 		Look in one of the Magazines and call them for their prices to check. Radio South is one, Airtronics is another. There are a few more.

Vince

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what is gold stickering? - 7/5/2003 9:49:40 AM   
lkaras1


 

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Status: offline 		great thanx for the help

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Your Welcome - 7/5/2003 7:19:30 PM   
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Status: offline 		Glad I could help.

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