In a message dated 4/22/00 10:18:23 AM Eastern Daylight Time, brian_vita@cssinc.com writes: << As a pilot, I prefer the strobes to the beacons. Strobes keep your attention where as beacons, especially in an urban area, can get lost in the ground clutter. >> Interesting comment, Brian. IIRC, the talk in ne.transportation was that strobes are better for pilots. -Sean