> Absolutely true on the need to keep the head on a swivel, but using the
> radio as an aid in calling / spotting traffic just adds to safety with
> no
> downside.  Seems to me that if you are not capable of using your eyes and

While I agree with you on calling out your position its the tacked-on phrase "any traffic please advise" that is completely useless.

I'm not the only one who this annoys! See http://www.avweb.com/news/columns/183931-1.html

Regards, Bob

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