Receive only FSS/FISE, callback on VOR. Why?

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Receive only FSS/FISE, callback on VOR. Why?

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Just curious. What's the reasoning behind this sort of communication method? Seems a bit more complicated with the hardware with this kind of setup on their end.
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It saves the hardware and installation of one transmitter and antenna.
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Cuts down on radio chatter as well so no one steps on the other.
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Re: Receive only FSS/FISE, callback on VOR. Why?

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Is there any FISEs like this in Canada? I've only really seen it in the US.
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Re: Receive only FSS/FISE, callback on VOR. Why?

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I believe you're correct.
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