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Propagation News – 26 October 2014
As forecast, a large complex sunspot group rotated into view at the start of the period. This is the largest sunspot group since 1989. It had produced large solar flares several days before it had rotated into view. Solar activity increased to moderate levels on most days and high on the 19th, 20th and the […]
New Examination Checklists
Checklists to help ensure consistency of exam provision between Exam Centres, and that essential requirements don’t get forgotten or overlooked are now available for download from the Exam Forms Section. They all print on a single side of A4 paper. They are particularly relevant for Examination Secretaries and First Named Invigilators. The Training and Education […]
Ofcom-RSGB Forum – 9 October 2014
Summary of matters discussed at the Ofcom-RSGB Forum meeting held on 9 October 2014. International Space Station (ISS) Ofcom confirmed that the callsign GB1SS will be made available for issue to UK astronauts who wish to operate from the ISS. The RSGB agreed to co-ordinate applications at the appropriate times. Licence Review Ofcom reported that […]
Instructors’ Newsletter October 2014
The RSGB is pleased to announce the October 2014 edition of the Instructors’ Newsletter is now available to download from the Society’s website. Download Instructors’ Newsletter October 2014 edition (6-page/170KB PDF) In this edition— 2014-16 Advanced Exam Schedule Distributing examination papers and OM sheets Mobile, portable and suffixes Trust and responsibility Requests for readers Train […]
AM operation night
Operators are invited to join a night of AM operation on 25 October from 21.30UTC on 3.6kHz to mark the return to GMT. The event is being organised by the Association of Amateur Radio Amplitude Modulation Builders and Collectors—website in French. English speaking stations are always very welcome, or you can try out your schoolboy […]
Two new RCE appointments
The RCF is now pleased to announce two new volunteer appointments that will fulfil the quality management requirements. Dave Wilson, M0OBW, is appointed RCE Quality Assurance Manager and Ian Shepherd, G4EVK, is appointed RCE Standards Manager. The full terms of reference of these new posts, which replace the former Quality Manager role, can be found […]
