Author Archives: David KK7WXV

Artemis II Radio Plan

Target Launch Date: April 1, 2026. Launch Window: If the April 1st date slips, there are several “launch opportunities” in early April (specifically April 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6) based on the alignment of the Earth and Moon. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemis_II Mission Duration: Approximately 10 days, ending with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. For theContinue reading “Artemis II Radio Plan”

PACE Invitation

To an extent, a fundamental reason CCRC exists is to prepare and practice EmComm. Generally speaking, with clubs, groups and NPO’s, leaving everything to the leadership is normal. This only works to a point. There’s a best practice among agencies and groups concerned with disaster and emergency response – which is to document their plans. One isContinue reading “PACE Invitation”

Spring Tune UP

Thanks to John K6GUK and Gary N6BLU, my QRP POTA rig finally stands a chance. What I learned in a couple of hours at the park with them is huge. Fellows, you’re amazing. I sponged up a bunch of pearls, so here’s the gratitude list. I loved seeing the MFJ antenna analyzer in action. ThisContinue reading “Spring Tune UP”

Amateur Operators Prosecuted

In Belarus, several amateur radio operators face severe penalties, including the death penalty, for alleged espionage and high treason amid a government crackdown. Accusations stem from standard radio equipment, deemed ineffective against modern encryption. Exiled operators argue this represents a targeted assault on intellectual freedom within the technical community.

Software. Big Improvement!

Post Card From Winter Field Day operating 1O-OR. Backlog of garden chores kept me away from Powers on Sunday. Rats. Anyway I was able to take my gear out and get some radio playtime in the yard. Late last week I installed the latest Xiegu X6100 OEM ‘ware on my radio. These bits for firmwareContinue reading “Software. Big Improvement!”