On 2008-07-14 13:05:41 -0400, "claus" said:

Are "Call Signs" ever used in VHF communications to/from/between boats? I
know they are part of the FCC radio license - but is they just a "leftover"
from land based radio stations?

Rarely used around here other than the various law enforcement entities
and CG Auxiliary, and even then often dropped or shortened after
initial contact.

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