Archive for July, 2020

Also in GB2RS this week…

| July 24, 2020

The objective of the AMSAT-UK OSCAR Satellite QSO Party is to encourage all radio amateurs to make contacts via satellites during northern hemisphere summer. Whether you are a seasoned operator or a newcomer, all are welcome. Although points are given per QSO, this isn’t a contest. The QSO party will be supported by an online […]

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Next Tonight @ 8 webinar on Monday

| July 24, 2020

The RSGB’s Tonight @ 8 webinars continue on Monday, 27 July 2020 with a presentation by Dom Smith, M0BLF Getting Started on QO-100. You can watch the live stream and ask questions on the RSGB YouTube channel or the special Tonight @ 8 channel on the BATC website. The webinar series takes a break in […]

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GB2RS News Script for 26 July 2020

| July 24, 2020

Tap or click the link below to download this week’s GB2RS news script GB2RS News Script for 26 July 2020 (13-page/206KB Microsoft Word document) Problems downloading the GB2RS news script? Try this alternative link.

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Special Events News – 26 July 2020

| July 24, 2020

Since the change of regulations applying to special event stations in the UK, many activations are now able to go ahead. UK amateurs would like to thank Ofcom for their help in making this happen. August sees two GB80 special event stations come on air, marking the critical role that radar played in the Battle […]

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DX News – 26 July 2020

| July 24, 2020

Tony, OH1TD is active again from his summer QTH on Korpo Island, EU-096, until September. QSL via his home call sign either direct or via the bureau.

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Contest News – 26 July 2020

| July 24, 2020

Please remember to check before the events for new rules due to lockdown and social distancing, which may differ around the world. The RSGB strongly advises obeying your own government’s advice first and foremost. This Sunday, the 26th, the UK Microwave Group contest runs from 0600 to 1800UTC. Using all modes in the 5.7 and […]

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