I recommend looking at Vertex handhelds. They are made by Yaesu and I'm very pleased with mine.
Likewise. I have the Vertex Standard VXA-710, which is a handy size for a flight bag.
Any of the handhelds are weak and less than ideal for use; don't expect a lot from them. Yaesu (Vertex Standard) makes good ones. The Vertex series are a little less user friendly than other units, but they do have more options.