Armed Forces Day Cross Band Test

QSO’s with Military Affiliate Radio Service stations.

The annual opportunity to make QSO’s with Military Stations operating in “Split” frequency mode begins May 9th.

Once a year, during the Armed Forces Day Cross-band Test, HAMs can make QSO’s with MARS (Military Affiliate Radio Service) stations.

Hams transmit inside the ham bands and listen outside the ham bands on
 specific frequencies. MARS stations do the exact opposite. This is known as a “cross-band” test. It’s
 a great opportunity to learn the technique,
 and try some modes we don’t often use.

View the Armed Forces Day Cross-Band Test list of stations and times:

Visit the official info page.

https://www.usarmymars.org/events-and-announcements