How would you send a report over VHF? From what I understand the only digital bands are DSC and AIS and that is broadcast only, anyone can listen in.
SSB is not a set and forget communication. It's great for long distance communications but the operator has to be seriously fairly knowledgeable on how to make HF work. It's a 100W radio that can do some damage if used incorrectly.
SSB is not a set and forget communication. It's great for long distance communications but the operator has to be seriously fairly knowledgeable on how to make HF work. It's a 100W radio that can do some damage if used incorrectly.