Archive for 2020
RSGB November Board meeting proceedings
The proceedings of the RSGB Board meeting on 21 November are now online for members to read. Key topics to note are: The RSGB has submitted its response to the Ofcom EMF consultation RSGB representatives will be meeting Ofcom in December The RSGB is looking to appoint a new Convention Chair for 2021
RadCom Plus, Vol. 5, No. 1
To read this edition, tap or click the cover image Contents 3 Wide dynamic range field strength meter Thomas M. Alldread, VA7TA, describes his wide dynamic range field strength meter 19 Elevating an antenna with anti-phased elements Tony Preedy, G3LNP, shows us how to achieve the enhanced performance of a high 7MHz antenna at a […]
Update from the RSGB’s ETC Committee
The RSGB’s Emerging Technology Coordination Committee (ETCC) will be having a break from processing and renewing repeater, gateway and beacon Notices of Variation from 22 December to 4 January. It has had its busiest year ever with three times the number of usual applications. The Committee would like to remind all NoV holders whose renewals […]
Rod Hancock, M6RFF, 6th December 2020
It is with sad regret that I must report the passing of Rod Hancock, M6RFF, another victim of Covid-19. He passed away on 5 December 2020. Rod was a stalwart of Burton Amateur Radio Club and a character who will long be remembered for his humour and anecdotes – particularly those concerning the military. He will […]
Mike Mills, G3TEV, 13th November 2020
Mike Mills, G3TEV passed away on 13th November 2020 in Gloucester Royal Hospital. He was 88. He had been taken into hospital with a severe lung infection and was subsequently tested positive for Covid-19. Mike had a fantastic knowledge of his area’s history, together with a keen interest in photography, railways, canals and aviation. His […]
Sam Noble, GI4SAM, 27th November 2020
Sam McCrudden Noble, GI4SAM died peacefully at home on 27 November 2020, aged 92. Born in Belfast on 10 March 1928, Sam had degrees in Applied Science and Electrical & Mechanical Engineering. In 1948 he joined the University Air Squadron, piloting a range of aircraft including his favourite, the Tiger Moth. Between 1953 and 1968 […]
