Yaesu FTA-550AA Nav/Com Transceiver: Handheld Aviation Radio AA Battery Version

This is a very nice radio. It's loud and clear, and looks well made. It's very easy to use, despite what some others have mentioned. I have yet to even look at the manual. Just turn it on and turn the dial to the frequency you want, or type it in. I know there are more advanced functions, but as a simple back up radio, it's very easy to use. The squelch works fine too, just press the squelch button on the side and the top knob is changed from volume to squelch. No need for another knob to clutter things up. I also have a PJ2. I'm selling the PJ2. I like the Yaesu better and it's smaller.

Looks like a great buy. IT incorporates many features of higher priced transceiver.

FTA-550 Xcvr

Good value for the money, great features, quality radio.