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SPARC Mobile Command Unit


by N1FAA

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This is the SPARC Mobile Command Unit designed and owned by Christopher Burns, N1FAA.


The Shore Point Amateur Radio Club in conjunction with Connecticut Section ARES operate 'C1', a 2003 Ford Explorer converted into a Public Safety Vehicle providing a Mobile Incident Command Center for Communications. This vehicle is equipped with the latest Whelen Engineering LED and Strobe Public Safety Warning devices.


C1 is capable of providing all-mode Amateur Communications from HF to 900Mhz including Public Safety Communications, a Mobile UHF Repeater, and an ATV Transmitter. Two Kenwood TS-B2000s, a full compliment of Motorola equipment, a Mobile Internet Capable Computer Terminal with Printer, and a Tarheel 200 HF Screwdriver Antenna with a fully automatic raising rooftop mount are just a few pieces of equipment that are available on board.

Future plans include a rear seat operator's control console for fully enclosed all-weather operations. This vehicle is available for use by SPARC and N1FAA to any Connecticut ARES division or club for Emergencies, Emergency Drills, or Special Events.


Contact:  Christopher Burns, N1FAA.