BY JIM JEFFRIES
The Yaesu FT-857D transceiver is rugged, versatile and affordable. It makes an excellent tactical radio.
With a basic examination of EMCOMM TTPs, it’s easy to see how adopting and then adapting them to your circumstances can benefit your preparedness communications plan. Having the appropriate gear is a good place to start, but unless you and others in your family or group know how to properly use it, it’s nothing more than expensive stuff.