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Old 13th Feb 2006, 05:14
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albatross
 
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"Quote:
a handheld GPS and Transciever


Specifically forbidden in our flight ops manual. But a good idea nonetheless...."


Why would the company forbid a handheld GPS? What is the thought process behind the ban?

Anyhow; I am reasonably certain that if you were to get on the PA and ask: " Anyone got a GPS and "Streets and Trips" or "Garmin Mapsource" in their laptop? You'll get a good show of hands!
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