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Could you be the RSGB National Coding Week Coordinator
National Coding Week runs in September. Coding – or programming as it used to be called – is used in a range of amateur radio activities. This year the Society would like to develop its activities further by appointing a volunteer National Coding Week Coordinator. Could you encourage people, help them with their ideas and […]
Exercise Blue Ham is taking place this week
RAF Air Cadets are running the ever-popular Blue Ham Radio Communications Exercise, on the 60m band, between the 17 and 21 June. Subject to your licence conditions, the Blue Ham team hopes that you can put some time aside to join in with the cadets and staff who will be ready to take your calls. […]
RadCom July 2024, Vol. 100, No. 7
Yaesu FTM-500DE review To read this edition, tap or click cover image Regulars Advertisers’ index 85 Antennas, Tony Preedy, G3LNP 28 ATV, Dave Crump, G8GKQ 16 Contest Calendar, Ian Pawson, G0FCT 65 Contesting, Nick Totterdell, G4FAL 60 GHz bands, Sam Jewell, G4DDK 58 HF, John Petters, G3YPZ 48 Members’ ads 86 Propagation predictions, Gwyn Williams, […]
TX Factor marks 10 year anniversary with 30th episode
TX Factor is marking its ten-year anniversary by launching its 30th episode. It looks at how radio technology has advanced since Marconi conducted some of his early transmissions. The episode includes the first of a two-part feature on operating via the QO-100 geostationary satellite with a look at the hardware and software needed to achieve […]
Changes to four year planning rule in England
The four-year planning rule has offered a degree of protection for antennas and masts that have been erected without planning permission. Under this rule any installations which had been installed and unchanged for four years or more were protected against planning enforcement action. However, as of the 25 April 2024, this rule ceased to exist […]
Bath-Based Distance Learning Full licence course
Bath Based Distance Learning’s next Full licence course runs from August to December, with exams in January. There is no charge for the training, but applicants must work through some pre-course material and complete a quiz to be eligible for a place. To request full details, and an application form, please email Bath Based Distance […]
