Operators from the North Sulawesi Region and Radio of North Celebes (RNC) DXpedition Team will be active from Pakewa Beach, Sawangan, Kombi, Minahasa, Sulawesi Island, OC-146 during the weekend of May 23-24, 2026. Callsign: 7F8RNC. QRV on 40-20-15-10m; CW, SSB & SAT.
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E25VCR/P – Chang Island, AS-125
Champ, E21EIC let’s us know that Ake, E25VCR will be QRV from Chang Island IOTA AS-125 (POTA TH-0073) as E25VCR/P on 14 May 2026 between 1100-1600z on CW and Digital modes. Bands: 40m 20m 15m. QSL via E25VCR and LoTW.
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MacOS App Transceive 1.4 for AllStarLink Released
The following is an update from Georges (WH6AZ) announcing the release of Transceive version 1.4, a MacOS app that brings AllStarLink to Mac users.
This release includes several meaningful improvements, with a focus on long-term stability and hardware support.
Here’s what’s changed:
- New: Universal binary (native support for Apple Silicon and Intel). This is a significant milestone. Native Apple Silicon support improves efficiency while ensuring the app remains stable and maintainable on future macOS versions.
- New: Reorder nodes with simple drag and drop
- New: Add a memo to a node entry
- Fix: DNS lookup issues when nodes use non-standard ports
- Update: Authentication updated for AllStar public access
- Improvement: More reliable node reachability indicators (green/red status updates more consistently, with less need to refresh)
Editor’s Note:
Keep an eye out for WH6AZ’s upcoming app, Radio Messenger, which aims to bring a modern messaging feel to amateur Radio.
The approach here is pragmatic. RF delivery is always the priority, but internet delivery can serve as a fallback. If a message doesn’t get through, it can be held briefly and delivered later via push notifications.
The goal isn’t to replace radio with the internet, just to make the experience less brittle.
Source: Island Magic Co.
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JW/KB0ATY & JW/W8UM – Svalbard / Arctic Sea
Christian, KB0ATY informs DX-World that he plans activity from the Svalbard region during May 15-29, 2026 aboard a sailing vessel. Operation will be from maritime mobile with shore landings as conditions and itinerary permit. Activity expected on HF using FT8 and SSB. POTA and SOTA are possible. Callsigns to be used: JW/KB0ATY, JW/KB0ATY/MM, JW/W8UM, JW/W8UM/MM. […]
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C21TS – Nauru
[REFRESH] – by Phill, FK1TS / C21TS. C21TS is back on the island as of 2 days ago. Set-up of antennas continued today while it was cloudy. Ready to start up again as soon as I get KP5 in the log. Probably begin activity tomorrow, Saturday, 31st. Will update QRZ shortly, I enjoyed a short […]
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Radio Club of America Announces 2026 Young Professionals
Radio Club of America (RCA) has Announced their 2026 Young Professionals, honoring 5 industry innovators under the age of 40. The 5 recipients are Precious Fodor, Andy Huyhn (KA6NDY), Max Johnson, Sean Martin, and Chris Vargas. Their experiences range from Land Mobile Radio to broadcast engineering.
Learn more about the 2026 Young Professionals on the RCA’s website.
Source: Radio Club of America
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6O6X – Somalia
PRESS RELEASE by DX-Adventure Team A few weeks ago, we announced that we were hard at work on a new challenge: “Destination X”. From the feedback we received, it was clear that many radio amateurs immediately showed interest in our next DXpedition. We still had a few things to finalize, but we can finally share […]
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OX/TF1OL – Greenland
Far-travelled Olafur, TF1OL is currently active from Nuuk, Greenland as OX/TF1OL. He will be there for a week operating FT8 on HF bands, propagation permitting. Olafur mentions that noise levels are very high his side but will see if improvements can be made during the coming week. Updates likely here.
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V47JA – St Kitts
Jon, W5JON as V47JA will again be active from Calypso Bay, St. Kitts during June 11-22, 2026. Operating on SSB and FT8; 6-160m using a Yaesu FT-3000D, and Elecraft KPA500 amplifier. Antennas: Mosley MP-32N beam for 10/15/20m, 33′ vertical for 10-80m and a 6m Yagi. QSL direct to W5JON or via LoTW.
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New Book: Satellite Operating for Amateur Radio
Tony Milluzzi’s (KD8RTT) book Satellite Operating for Amateur Radio was released this week by the ARRL and is now available for purchase both through the ARRL and Amazon.
The book offers a step-by-step introduction to satellite based operation for hams new to satellite while tackling advanced topics such as FT4 and D-STAR for experienced operators.
I’ve learned so much from the satellite community, and this book is my way of passing that along to others,” said Milluzzi. “I hope it helps a ham who has always been curious about satellites take those first steps to get on the air.”
Source: ARRL