I personally do a range test before the first flight of at least 100' and then before each subsequent flight from around 30' just by where I park my car. Some people think I'm crazy but an old-timer told me that it's better to be safe then sorry. I also check all the clevis connections each flight. This whole check only takes about 3 to 5 minutes and nobody is on my frequency so they aren't having to wait for me. Great save. I agree with the rest, that radio is bad.

Gibbs