Originally Posted by
Sunfish
So does this mean all VFR aircraft in the Eastern States will require a transponder and radio if not already fitted? At least if they wish to fly above 1500 AGL.
Why not add to the fun by requiring a special Class E endorsement?
Why would we need a class E endorsement? It is uncontrolled airspace for VFR. Why anyone would not fit a transponder to their aircraft or low cost ADSB beggars belief. Cost should never superscede the safer outcome of ATC seeing you on their screen and high performance aircraft seeing you on TCAS. If you cannot afford it, probably can't afford to own an aircraft.. My LSA has transponder and I fly near RPT in NSW. Very comforting to know ATC can provide me as traffic to the jets and the jets can see me If they can't spit me through the window.