Solar Storm Impacts HF Communications

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Solar flares reached the earth’s atmosphere on May 10 through the 13th which disrupted radio communications.  The resulting geomagnetic storm was classified as a G5 category storm and included solar winds traveling at 470 to 500 miles/second.  This was the must powerful solar storm since October of 2003 and produced visible aurora as far south ….  Read More

MFJ Ends Production

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One of the most most recognizable brands in amateur radio announced Thursday April 25th that they are ending production of all product lines in the United States.  In an email to customers MFJ President, Martin F. Jue K5FLU, made the announcement.  The MFJ line of products includes the MFJ, Cushcraft, Hi-Gain, Mirage, Vectronics and MDS-HAM ….  Read More

Distracted Driving Bill Would Prohibit Amateur Radio Operations

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On Thursday April 18th the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Atlantic Division Director, Bob Famiglio, K3RF, alerted ARRL members to a Pennsylvania Bill that would impact mobile amateur radio operations if passed.  The text of Bob’s alert is included at the bottom of this post. This bill has been in development for over three years ….  Read More