RSGB Notices
VHF Spectrum Release
Following a VHF Spectrum Release in the range 143 – 156 MHz “Call for Input” by Ofcom in August 2012 the RSGB, supported by the BATC and AMSAT-UK, submitted some firm and challenging proposals in October 2012, which were reported in our GB2RS News coverage. See https://rsgb.org/main/files/2013/05/VHF-Spectrum-Release-v3.2.pdf At the Society’s regular meeting with Ofcom on […]
Canadian hams attempt to cross The Pond on Two Metres
A group of amateur radio operators from Atlantic Canada will operate from Pouch Cove, Newfoundland, from 4-12 July 2014 in a bid to complete a two metre transatlantic QSO and claim the Brendan Trophy. The expedition will operate from Maidenhead Grid GN37os on 144.270 MHz. It will run 750 watts into a 30 metre long […]
Beacon and Repeater Renewals
Ofcom has issued a web notice and written to the keepers of Beacons and Repeaters inviting them to renew their current NoVs, which are due to expire at the end of March. The exercise involves approximately 400 repeaters and 100 beacons. Applications for renewals can be made by the RSGB-ETCC online facilities for this. The […]
AGM – voting
The resolutions to be considered at this year’s AGM have now been published and voting is open. The ballot is being conducted by the Electoral Reform Society and all RSGB Members are encouraged to participate by casting their vote before 10th April. Details on how to vote are available here and have been published in the April 2014 edition […]
ATV transmissions from ISS
The ham video transmitter was installed in the Columbus module of the International Space Station on 6 March at approximately 10.00 UTC. The transmitter was powered on briefly and all control LEDs were nominal. The first Commissioning step is planned for 8 March. Using call sign OR4ISS, crew will power on the ham video transmitter […]
