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Propagation News – 25 June 2023
We had yet another week of high solar flux, plenty of sunspots, but also a major solar flare. The solar flux index reached 180 on 20 June 2023 with a massive spread of sunspots across both solar hemispheres. But an X-class solar flare erupted on the same day. This was only just X-class though, as […]
Coding and amateur radio
National Coding Week has been run for many years in the third week of September. Coding is used increasingly in amateur radio, and the BBC Micro:bit and the Arduino have made it easier for radio amateurs of all ages to discover more about this. As part of its commitment to encourage youngsters into amateur radio […]
Also in this week’s GB2RS…
After serving for nine years, the RSGB Trophy Manager is retiring and the Society is looking for a new volunteer for this role. The position is part of the RSGB Volunteer Leadership Team, reporting to the Board. Working in close relationship with the three Contest Committees and the RSGB General Manager, the Trophy Manager looks after the […]
GB2RS News Script for 18 June 2023
Tap or click the link below to download this week’s GB2RS news script GB2RS News Script for 18 June 2023 (25-page/517KB Microsoft Word document) Problems downloading the GB2RS news script? Try this alternative link
Rallies and Events News – 18 June 2023
The East Suffolk Wireless Revival, also known as the Ipswich Radio Rally, will take place today, Sunday the 18th of June. The venue is Kirton Recreation Ground, Back Road, Kirton IP10 0PW, just off the A14. The doors open at 9.30am and the entry fee for visitors is £3. The venue has free car parking. […]
Special Events News – 18 June 2023
Today is the last chance to work PD2023APD. The station is active to mark Autistic Pride Day which is held on the 18th of June each year. Listen for the callsign on the 10, 20 and 40m bands. See QRZ.com for more information. Special callsign AU40NRO is active on the HF bands until the 30th […]
