Its nearly my bedtime, but don't want to sign off without one more yarn, though I rather think I have mentioned this episode before....
Regarding radio failure. Used to happen a lot in my Supercub. But radio yak is a pain anyhow. When flying X-country without an engine, I usually turn the radio off just to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Coming back from my first X-channel flight in my dear old Supercub, the radio was unreliable despite attention from various experts on the continent. So before departing Le Mans for Le Touquet, I thought it wise to telephone the tower at Le Touquet.
Very sorry to trouble you, but I am intending to arrive at your airport about 10 am, my radio will transmit but not receive.
Not to worry, said the charming ATC, just give us a call when you are near and we will give you ze green light!
How splendidly traditional is that! As instructed, I radioed inbound and as I turned base onto final, ATC stepped out on her balcony, and flashed three greens!.
Back to basics in every sense.