The RSGB LoRa balloon to be launched this week

| September 12, 2025

Only a few days remain until the RSGB LoRa balloon is launched.

If you have not already heard about the event, you still have time to take part. Visit the challenge web page and download a detailed guide to help you build and code your LoRa tracker board.

You can also find a link to a video in which Fraser, MM0EFI demonstrates the process.

The balloon launch takes place on Saturday 20 September at approximately 11am BST.

The challenge is open to all radio amateurs but, to be eligible to win one of the two available prizes, you must be an RSGB individual member or an affiliated club.

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