Richard Davies wrote in message ...

There are a lot of pocket airband receivers around,...


Batteries America in the US has an air band radio for $40

http://www.batteriesamerica.com/newpage21.htm


NEW: the MR-318A DIGITAL RADIO
with AIR BAND / AM / FM.....that SCANS! $ 39.95

With these convenient features:
(1) DIGITAL TUNING of AM, FM, and AIR BAND frequencies with
easy-to-read LCD display!

(2) Can SCAN up or down to lock on to the closest transmitting
frequency !

(3) 30 programmable memory presets (10 per channel).

(4) Mono or Stereo (FM) choice of operation. Includes Mono earphone !

(5) Includes KEY LOCK feature to remain fixed at desired frequency.

(6) Runs on 2 AA batteries (easy access on back). Has LCD low battery
indicator. Also has 3V DC input jack for operation from a wall outlet
or filtered vehicle DC output.

(7) AM: 520 - 1720 kHz (10 kHz step). FM: 87.3 - 108.1 MHz (100 kHz
step).
AIR BAND: 108.000 - 140.000 MHz (25 kHz step).

(8) Built-in speaker for handheld or tabletop use. Has telescoping
antenna too !

(9) Meets all FCC requirements!