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The IOTA DX NEWS 06 Nov 2026 by Frank FØDUW and Gaby F5PSI
Thank you to Gaby f5PSI for authorizing me to use this info from her Friday DX NEWS
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Thank you, de Frank SWL F-14368 / FØDUW
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CENTRAL KIRIBATI, T31. The "Rebel DX Group" reports that a violent storm has
devastated Kanton Atoll, damaging the village and much of its
infrastructure. The 28 inhabitants have been evacuated; some have sustained injuries. The government
intends to close the atoll indefinitely, with no plans for it to be reopened to the public.
MAYOTTE, FH. From 2027 to 2029, Marek F4VVJ (who has also held the call signs FH4VVK, FT4GL,
TO4VV, J28WR, and SQ4WR) will be there on a professional assignment. The call sign he will use
is not yet known, nor are the dates of his activity.
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA, V2. Until November 6, JJ2RCJ (also known as AB2RF), JA3FHL, JA3PJL, JH3UHG, and JA0JHQ are operating as V26JJ from Antigua Island (IOTA NA-100).
VANUATU, YJ. Until November 6, Steve VK2SP is operating as YJ0SP.
SAINT KITTS & NEVIS, V4. Until November 6, John W5JON is operating as V47JA from Saint Kitts Island (IOTA NA-104).
GRENADA, J3. Until November 6, Gregory is operating as J3/N9GB. QSL via EB7DX.
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR, VU4. Until November 7, W0ZB, K1LZ, VE2DX, VU2RS, K1NZ, KB2FMH, K2SAV, and N4VGE are active from the Andaman Islands (IOTA AS-001). They are activating three POTA references (IN-0003, IN-0005, IN-0007). Call signs are still pending.
ENGLAND, G. On November 7 and 8, James M0GQC will be operating as GB100TL from Tibbett’s Lookout on Lundy Island, part of the English Coastal Islands group (IOTA EU-120).
VANUATU, YJ. During the first week of November, Steve VK2SP will be operating as YJ0SP from Efate.
CAPE VERDE, D4. Until November 11, Giovanni IZ2DPX is operating as D44PX from Boa Vista Island, in the Windward Islands group (IOTA AF-086). Additionally, throughout November and December, Pasi OH1MM is operating as D44MM.
AMERICAN SAMOA, KH8. Until November 12, DJ9KH, DK5WL, DL1KWK, DL2RNS, DL4SVA, DL6KAC, DL6KVA, DL7JOM, and DL7VEE are operating as KH8A from Pago Pago Island (IOTA OC-045). Nine operators, 4 stations. QSL via DL4SVA.
CAPE VERDE, D4. From November 13 to 20, Charlie EI8JB will be D44JB from Santo Anto Island,
IOTA AF-086.
WALLIS & FUTUNA, FW. Until November 14, Gavin GM3GAV (not GM0GAV as announced in other sources—see his page on QRZ.com) is operating as FW3GT from the northwest of Futuna Island, IOTA OC-118. QSL via M0OXO.
ANTARCTICA, DP. From November 2026 until February 12, 2027, Felix (DL5XL) will be operating as DP1POL from the German base "Neumayer III" (IOTA AN-016). Additionally, the call sign DP0GVN will be used by the same operator from the same station during this period, with DL1ZBO serving as the QSL manager.
SOUTH COOK ISLANDS, E5. From November 14 to 22, Hrane (YT5A, formerly YT1AD) will operate as E51A from Rarotonga (IOTA OC-013). He is also planning another expedition to Manihiki, in the North Cook Islands, from September 25 to October 10, 2027.
ANTARCTICA, FT_Y. From mid-November through the end of January 2027, David (F4FKT) will begin his fifth season in Antarctica. He will operate as FT4YM/P from the Concordia station, followed by a stint as FT4YM/P at the Little Dome C station, and subsequently as VK0/FT4YM/P from the North Patch station.
From late January to early February, he will be active as FT4YM from the Robert Guillard base (Cap Prud’homme), the Dumont d'Urville base, and the "Lion Island Depot." He may also occasionally use the call sign FT4YM/MM while traveling aboard the icebreaker *Astrolabe*, before eventually returning to Tasmania (VK7). QSL via F5PFP.
SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS, VP8. In mid-November, Gil, IZ2GMR (also known as K2GMR), is planning a 9-day stay on King George Island, Antarctica (IOTA AN-010). He will operate as K2GMR/MM while on the boat, and as KC4/K2GMR once on the island.
ANTARCTICA, KC4. From mid-November through March 2027, Joe will be operating as KC4/W1WCN from McMurdo Station (KC4USV) on Ross Island, while working as a technician during the 2026–2027 austral summer. There will be a delay of a few weeks before he can begin operating, as the station’s radio room requires maintenance and the directional antenna needs to be reoriented. Additionally, Andrew, KL5SE, will spend the austral summer at McMurdo, where he will operate as KC4USV; he will also be active from the Windless Bight, Mount Newall, and Bull Pass camps, using the call sign KC4/KL5SE. Finally, from November 2026 to February 2027, Oleg, ZS1ANF, will be active as ZS7ANF. He will be staying at various locations, including "Wolf's Fang Runway," "WhichAway Camp," and other field camps. QSL via RK1PWA or UA1O.
NEW CALEDONIA, FK. Until November 15, Barry is operating as FK/KD6XU. He is activating several locations under the Parks On The Air program.
NORTH COOK ISLANDS, E5. Until November 16, Rob N7QT is operating as E51MWA from Manihiki Atoll, IOTA OC-014. N9ADG, N7JP, and WA7CPA will be operating remotely. [When using FT8, the team advises against using MSHV to contact them and requests that stations transmit at a higher frequency within the audio bandwidth. Please remove any "/QRP" or similar suffixes from your call sign, as these can prevent a response in "Fox/Hound" mode—even if your signal is decoded correctly. Your call sign might otherwise appear as three dots in the log.] QSL via M0URX.
MONTSERRAT, VP2M. Until November 16, Chuck KG9N is operating as VP2MCV from Gingerbread Hill.
CHRISTMAS ISLAND, VK9X. From November 16 to December 4, the VK9XY expedition—themed "The Next Generation Takes the Helm"—will be conducted by the "Pacific Islands DXpedition Group" in collaboration with the "Youth on the Air" program. Led by Max N4ML, the team includes eight young operators from the USA, Lithuania, Japan, and Malawi. The team consists of Greg W6IZT and Glenn W0GJ (who will provide on-site supervision), along with Max N4ML, Tyler NT1S, Lukas LY7J, Urgent (that is his actual first name) 7Q6UJ/W4UJ, Connor W4IPC, Máté HA1TMP, Hagi JJ1AHS, Carter KN4DLY, Violetta KN2P, and Otto VK4OTZ. They will participate in the CQWW DX CW contest on November 28–29. QSL via M0OXO.
SINT MAARTEN, PJ7. From November 18 to December 2, Garry, KC9EE, will be operating as PJ7EE from Villa Arcadia; he will also participate in the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28–29.
SOLOMON ISLANDS, H4. Until November 20, Bernhard, DL2GAC, is operating as H44MS from Malaita Island (IOTA OC-047).
CARIBBEAN TRIP. From November 20 to 23, Chris, DL1MGB, will be active from Anguilla (call sign VP2E requested); then, from November 23 to 30, he will be operating as PJ7WW from Sint Maarten...will participate in the CQ WW DX CW Contest on the 28th/29th, and finally, from November 30th to December 9th, he will be active as FS/DL1MGB from Saint Martin.
COCOS (KEELING) ISLANDS, VK9C / CHRISTMAS ISLAND, VK9X. From November 20th to 27th, David (VK6DS) will operate as VK9DS from the Cocos (Keeling) Islands; he will then travel to Christmas Island and operate using the same call sign, even though these are two distinct entities. He will activate various WWFF, POTA, and LLOTA (Lakes & Lagoons On The Air) references. No paper QSLs.
MAURITIUS, 3B8. From November 20th to December 3rd, Darko will be active as 3B8/E70A from Roches Noires. He will join the 3B8M team for the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28th/29th.
RODRIGUES ISLAND, 3B9. From November 22nd to December 2nd—including during the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28th/29th—Kazu will be active as 3B9/M0CFW.
RODRIGUES ISLAND, 3B9. From November 22 to December 2, and during the CQ WW DX CW contest on November 28/29, Kazu will be active as 3B9/M0CFW.
GRENADA, J3. From November 22 to December 2, M0SDV, GW4XUM, G3NKC, G4PVM, G3WPH, and NN3W will operate as J38W and participate in the CQ WW DX CW contest on the 28th/29th.
SAINT HELENA, ZD7. From November 22 to December 5, G4BWP will be ZD7WP, and Andy (5Z4VJ) will be ZD7VJ. They will participate in the CQ WW DX CW contest on November 28/29.
BONAIRE, PJ4. From November 23 to December 1, KU8E, N8VW, and K9NW will operate using their home callsigns (PJ4/homecall). On November 28/29, they will participate in the CQ WW DX CW contest as PJ4A. QSL for PJ4A and PJ4/KU8E via K4BAI; for the others, via their respective home callsigns.
BRITISH SOVEREIGN BASE AREAS ON CYPRUS, ZC4. From November 23 to December 1, Adrian (G0KOM) will be active as ZC4MK from Melanda Beach and will participate in the CQ WW DX CW contest on the 28th/29th.
GREENLAND, OX. From November 23 to December 7, Nadia (OZ7AM) will be active as OX7AM and will participate in the CQ WW DX CW contest on November 28/29. QSL via OZ1ACB.
PALAU, T8. From November 25 to December 3, JH1OLB will be active as T88DT and will participate in the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29.
HONDURAS, HR. From November 25 to December 5, Alex will be active as HR9/K6VHF from Roatan Island, IOTA NA-057.
JUAN FERNANDEZ, CE0. From November 25 or 26 to December 23 (the requested license end date), CE3VTZ and XQ7IR will operate as XR0Z from Alexander Selkirk Island, IOTA SA-101.
[Editor’s note: Please be aware that the reference SA-101 is listed on their QRZ.com page, even though this reference does not exist in the "IOTA Directory," which classifies this island under the reference SA-005—the Juan Fernandez Archipelago, CE0.] QSL via M0URX.
MICRONESIA, V6. From November 26 to December 1, JH3AIU will be V6AIU and JR3RIU will be V63JX from Chuuk Island, IOTA OC-011. QSL via home callsigns.
SCOTLAND, GM. On November 28–29, for the CQ WW DX CW Contest, GM3WOJ and GM4YXI will operate as GS7V from the Shetland Islands, IOTA EU-012. Before and after the contest, they will use the callsign GS2MP. QSL via N3SL. Additionally, Tony (GM7AFE) will also be participating in the contest from the Shetlands. Finally, MM0GOR and M0TTT will operate as MM1E.
BAHAMAS, C6. On November 28/29, for the CQ WW DX CW Contest, VA3DF, VE3RZ, and VE3TW will operate as C6AAG. QSL via M0URX.
GALAPAGOS, HC8. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, Edgar (K2IN) is not certain he will be able to use the call sign HC8M; he may use a different special call sign instead.
MAURITIUS, 3B8. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, KX7M, 4O3A, E70A, and YT1CI will operate as 3B8M.
RÉUNION, FR. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, Nigel will operate as FR/G3TXF.
URUGUAY, CX. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, N5ZO will operate as CW5W.
TONGA, A3. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, W6NV (also known as A31WW), K0AV (also known as A31AV), and K7TD (also known as A31TD) will operate as A31W from Vava’u Island (IOTA OC-064).
EAST MALAYSIA, 9M6/8. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, JE1JKL will operate as 9M6NA from Labuan Island (IOTA OC-133).
NEW ZEALAND, ZL. For the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28/29, ZL3AB, ZL3GA, and ZL3PAH—members of the "Quake Contesters" group—will operate as ZL3X.
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS, VP2V. On November 28/29, for the CQ WW DX CW Contest,
Bob GU4YOX will be operating as VP2VBB.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, HI. On November 28/29, for the CQ WW DX CW Contest,
NP4Z will be operating as HI7LT. QSL via EB7DX.
BANGLADESH, S2. During November, the S21DX team will be active from Kutubdia Island, in the Chittagong Region group (IOTA AS-127).
TONGA, A3. From November 28 to December 4, VK2IR, VK3YP, SV0EG, SV1DAY, SV1GE, and HB9EBC will operate as A35TV and participate in the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28–29. Meanwhile, Oliver (W6NV/A31WW), Alan (K0AV/A31AV), and Terry (K7TD/A31TD) will operate as A31W during the contest.
SAINT MARTIN, FS. From November 28 to December 11, K9NU, KT8X, NQ9N, VA3CW, WB8BZK, W9MR, W9AP, and K9EL will be part of the TO9W expedition and will participate in the CQ WW DX CW Contest on November 28–29. Additionally, FS/K0CD will also take part in the contest.
CHILE, CE. Until November 29, Heli (CE7/DD0VR) and his wife Bigi (CE7/DE3BWR) will be active from Chiloé Island (IOTA SA-018).
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS, VP2V. From November 29 to December 9, Rikk will be
VP2V/WE9G from Tortola Island, IOTA NA-023.
AUSTRALIA, VK. Until November 30, VK1AX is active from Deal Island, IOTA OC-195.
SVALBARD, JW. Yl Anna LA5MUA is JW5MUA from Bear Island, IOTA EU-027
GREENLAND, OX. Loren KK5LM is operating as OX5LM from Pituffik Space Base.
SOUTH ORKNEY ISLANDS, VP8, LU_Z. Ramon Alberto is operating as LU1DMZ/Z
from the LU1ZA station at the "Orcadas" base on Laurie Island (IOTA AN-008). Established in 1904, it is
the oldest Antarctic base. In 1927, the first Argentine crew—including José Moneta—arrived,
and the first official radiotelegraph station in Antarctica was inaugurated.
ICELAND, TF. Special call signs TF80IRA and TF80IARU are being used to mark the 80th anniversary
of the Icelandic Radio Amateurs association, which has been a member of the IARU since its founding on August 14, 1947.
CANADA, VE. From December 11 to 22, Mike VE2XB will be active as VY0ZOO from Southampton Island.
IOTA NA-007.
FALKLAND ISLANDS, VP8. From December 12 to 30, Herbert DL7HW will be active as VP8THW.
SAINT HELENA, ZD7. From December 14 to January 1, 2027, Lee ZR6LC will be active as ZD7LC.
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR, VU4. From December 17 to 30, the "DX India Foundation" is organizing an international expedition using the call sign VU4R.
MADAGASCAR, 5R. Until December 20, Éric (F6ICX) will be operating as 5R8IC from Sainte-Marie Island (IOTA AF-090) on HF bands; from December 21 to January 15, he will be active via the Oscar-100/QO-100 satellites.
TANZANIA, 5H. From December 23 to January 6, 2027, Rafal (SP3RK) will be active as 5H1RK from Paje, on the island of Zanzibar (IOTA AF-032), using a 6-watt QRP station.
SEYCHELLES, S7. From December 28 to January 8, 2027, OK1GK, OK2ZA, and OK6DJ will be active as S79/OL1T. QSL via OK6DJ.
MARIANA ISLANDS, KH0. From December 29 to January 3, 2027, Ken (also known as JO1VRK) will be active as KH0/AJ6VJ from Saipan.
SAN FELIX, CE0. Between January and April 2027, Felipe, XQ7IR, will operate as CE0X from San Ambrosio Island, part of the San Felix & San Ambrosio Islands group (IOTA SA-013).
ANTARCTIC CRUISE. In early 2027, Mehdi, F5PFP, will embark on a month-long sailing cruise. The journey begins on Navarino Island (IOTA SA-050), Chile, with a stop in the South Shetland Islands (IOTA AN-010). He will then sail along the western coast of Graham Land and through various archipelagos, with planned stops at several islands, research bases, and refuges, including: Machu Picchu Base (Peru), Comandante Ferraz Base (Brazil), the ruins of Base G—Admiralty Bay (UK), the ruins of the Giacomo Bove Base (Italy), the Brazil Refuge (Brazil), the Pieter Lenie Field-Copacabana Base (USA), the República del Ecuador Refuge (Ecuador), and Arctowski Base (Poland). The route includes crossings of the Drake and Bransfield Straits, with an additional stop in the South Shetland Islands on the return from Antarctica.
MARSHALL ISLANDS, V7. Through 2027, Randall, KX4QD, will be active as V73HW while on assignment on Kwajalein Island, in the Ralik Chain (IOTA OC-028). QSL via KX4QD, Club Log, or LoTW. Also on Kwajalein Island through June 2027, John, WA4IYB, will be active as V73RJ.
PALAU, T8. From January 8 to 14, 2027, JA6EGL will operate as T88SM.
BARBADOS, 8P. From January 9 to 21, 2027, Chris WA7RAR will operate as 8P9CB.
FALKLAND ISLANDS, VP8. From January 10 to 17, 2027, Santiago Martel LU2DUR will operate as VP8TOG
from East Falkland. He is expected to visit a few other islands, including Sea Lion Island and Bleaker Island.
MICRONESIA, V6. From January 14 to 22, 2027, Haru JA1XGI will operate as V6XG from Chuuk Island,
IOTA OC-011.
SINT MAARTEN, PJ7. From January 19 to 27, 2027, Mike will operate as PJ7/N4XTT.
JAPAN, JA. Until January 29, 2027, the call sign 8J70JARE is being used to mark 70 years of Japanese
presence in Antarctica. On November 8, 1956, the *Syowa*—the first Japanese vessel to explore Antarctica—
departed Tokyo with 53 crew members; 17 of them landed on the Ongul Islands on January 29, 1957, to
establish the first research station, named "Syowa." QSL via JG2MLI.
ANTARCTICA, KC4. From February 2027 to January 2028, as part of the 68th Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition, Toshihiro (JF4FHS) and Seiichi (JL1LWN) will be members of the team at station 8J1RL, located on East Ongul Island in Lützow-Holm Bay, Queen Maud Land (Antarctica).
PETER I ISLAND, 3Y. In January/February 2027, Hal (W8HC) will join the 3Y0L expedition as its 12th member. This Antarctic island is currently the 7th most-wanted DXCC entity. This expedition is the most expensive project of its kind ever undertaken.
SOLOMON ISLANDS, H44. From February 5 to May 4, 2027, Bernhard (DL2GAC) will operate as H44MS from Malaita Island (IOTA OC-047).
PALAU, T8. From February 10 to 18, 2027, a group consisting of 7K4TKB, JA6FWJ, JF3LGC, JF3PLF, JH3FHR, JH3QNH, JH3TXR, JI3NST, JI6DUE, JN3JBC, JN3RAZ, and JR3FOS will operate as T8KT to mark the 80th anniversary of the Kyoto Japanese Radio Club, broadcasting from the Palau Radio Club on Koror Island (IOTA OC-009). QSL via JF3PLF.
BAHAMAS, C6. From February 17 (or 18) to 23, 2027, Eric K9GY will be active as C6AYM from Eleuthera and will participate in the ARRL DX CW Contest.
NIUE, E6. During the first quarter of 2027, Gavin ZL3GAV will be active as E6SP.
DOMINICA, J7. Until March 2027, Haluk TA2LE will frequently operate as J79H, at times from POTA (Parks on the Air) locations, such as Morne Trois Pitons and Cabrits National Parks.
GRENADA, J3. From March 21 to April 1, 2027, VE2XB (who is also VY0ZOO) will operate as J38XB.
CAMBODIA, XU. From November 13 to 23, 2027, the XU7X expedition will take place from Koh Rong Island (IOTA AS-133). The team includes: PY2WAS, PY2DV, PY2PT, PY5EG, PY2BS, PS8RV, PY5HSD, PY5KD, PY6RT, Annie (N6ACL), N6PSE, K3NQ, K3VN, K6TD, N2WB, N6JRL, WN6A, WD5COV, KN4EEI, NZ6Q, as well as operators from Australia (VK6DX), Ireland (EI8JB), Ecuador (HC5VF), Bosnia & Herzegovina (E70A), and Japan (JH4RHF). QSL via M0URX.
Postponed. TOKELAU, ZK3. Due to an administrative error, the expedition—originally scheduled for November 17–31, 2026, from the Fakaofo atoll in the Tokelau Islands (IOTA OC-048)—has been postponed to November 2027. The team, which includes N7QT, K5GS, W1SRD, KE4KY, K3EL, WD5COV, WA7CPA, N9ADG, Jacky ZL3CW (F2CW), IK0FVC, HA0NAR, Violetta KN2P, and Jack N7JP, had been granted permission to travel to Tokelau via the ferry departing on November 17. However, the return leg of the journey was not booked, and the space was allocated to other passengers. As there is no other reasonably priced alternative, the project has been postponed. Further information to follow. QSL via M0URX.
KURE, KH7K / JOHNSTON, KH3 / MIDWAY, KH4. The Intrepid DX Group is awaiting authorization from the relevant authorities to proceed with its plans for these three expeditions. Midway Atoll remains closed to the public, as management focuses on the conservation, safety, and preservation of the site.
SOUTH COOK ISLANDS, E5. Frank, DJ5NQ, is operating as E51ANQ from Rarotonga.
TIMOR-LESTE, 4W. Darren, VK4MAP, is operating as 4W6DA from Atauro Island (IOTA OC-232).
SINT MAARTEN, PJ7. David is operating as PJ7/W1DIA from Fort Amsterdam.
WEST MALAYSIA, 9M2. Mike is operating as 9M2/KM9D from Rebak Island (IOTA AS-058).
MARIANA ISLANDS, KH0. Chusuke is operating as KH0/JR1FKR from Saipan Island (IOTA OC-086).
FALKLAND ISLANDS, VP8. From April 1 to 15, 2027, Fred F4HEC (not F4HRC, as reported elsewhere) will operate as VP8TTX, following his participation in the VP0SG expedition to South Georgia.
JAPAN, JA. Originally scheduled for May 22–23, 2026, an expedition to the Danjo Islands (IOTA AS-056) by Take (JI3DST/6) and Ken (JA4GXS/6) has been postponed to May 2027 due to weather conditions. These islands are uninhabited and have no regular ferry service. The IOTA AS-056 reference is the second most sought-after island group in Japan.
COLOMBIA, HK. Until May 15, 2027, Lothar (DK8LRF) is operating as HK3JCL.
MALDIVES, 8Q. From May 16 to 30, 2027, Martin (G7FTN) will be active as 8Q7FT from Vilamendhoo.
FRENCH POLYNESIA, FO. From May 17 to 24, 2027, Rick will be active as FO/WE9G from Mangareva, in the Gambier Islands (IOTA OC-063).
LORD HOWE ISLAND, VK2. From May 24 to June 7, 2027, a team consisting of DL2AWG, DF4GV, DL2AMD, DL2SAX, DL1KWK, DL6RY, DL4VK, DJ7TO, EA5GVH, and DL4SVA will operate as VK2LHW.
PITCAIRN ISLAND, VP6 (formerly VR6). From May 27 to June 12, 2027, Rick will be active as VP6W. QSL via his home call.
SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS, VP8, HF0. Until the end of May 2027 (his stay was originally scheduled to end in October 2026, but it has been extended), Rafal, SQ4O, is operating as HF0PAS as part of the 50th Polish Antarctic Expedition at the "Henryk Arctowski" station on King George Island (IOTA AN-010).
EAST MALAYSIA, 9M6, 9M8. During June 2027, a team of 10 to 12 operators will be active as 9M8T from Talang-Talang Besar, in the Sarawak Coastal Islands group (IOTA OC-165). QSL via 9W8ZZK.
PALAU, T8. From April 8 to 14, 2027, JO3LVG will operate as T88MK, JM1LIG as T88FM, and JG1LFF as T88XM from the Palau Amateur
73 de Frank SWL F-14368 / FØDUW
mercredi 28 octobre 2026
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Propagation on SW winter 2026-2027
October 27, 2026
The sunspot count is approaching zero, with active region 4560 preparing to rotate off the Sun's western limb. Only the continued growth of two small proto-sunspots is preventing a completely spotless Sun. Solar Cycle 25 is nearly two years behind schedule, and an increasing number of spotless days can be expected.
Propagation Forecast for November 2026:
In November 2026, very favorable propagation conditions are expected for shortwave radio operators. Although Solar Cycle 25 has already passed its peak, residual solar activity should remain high enough to allow for regular openings on the higher shortwave bands. At the same time, the significantly longer autumn nights provide better conditions on the lower bands. Traditionally, this combination makes November one of the best months for global radio communications.
For locations at mid-latitudes, the higher bands—specifically the 10, 12, and 15-meter bands—should remain frequently usable. On the 10-meter band, numerous DX contacts with North and South America, Africa, and occasionally Asia and the Pacific region are still expected. The 12 and 15-meter bands should perform even more reliably, allowing for stable long-distance contacts over many hours.
The 20-meter band is expected to remain the most versatile DX band. Both day and night, contacts with almost every region of the world should be possible. The 17-meter band complements this, often offering particularly quiet and efficient DX opportunities when conditions are good.
On the lower frequencies, the true DX season begins in November. Long periods of darkness reduce attenuation in the ionosphere, allowing the 40-meter band to achieve excellent range during the evening and at night. The 80-meter band also benefits significantly from winter conditions and, given stable geomagnetic conditions, regularly allows for transatlantic contacts. For enthusiasts of the "top band"—the 160-meter band—conditions become increasingly favorable, as long nights greatly enhance the potential for long-distance contacts.
There are many indications that November 2026 will offer a rare advantage: while the higher-frequency bands will remain frequently open thanks to a still-active solar cycle, the lower-frequency bands will simultaneously reach their seasonal peak. This means that virtually all amateur radio bands between 160 and 10 meters will be available for engaging DX activity.
The primary uncertainty remains space weather. Strong coronal mass ejections or prolonged periods of intense geomagnetic activity can significantly disrupt short-term propagation, particularly along transpolar paths and at higher frequencies. However, during periods of geomagnetic calm, exceptional DX opportunities can be expected in November 2026.
DX-oriented amateur radio operators can look forward to particularly reliable contacts with North America, South America, and Africa, while Japan, Australia, and New Zealand will offer good opportunities—ideally on the 15, 20, and 30-meter bands during the morning and evening hours. November 2026 could, therefore, prove to be one of the most attractive months of the year for amateur radio.
Source of this article: REF 39 https://ref39.r-e-f.org/topic/index.html
lundi 26 octobre 2026
WEBSDRSWL: Propagation for amateur radio operators or SWL on HF
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INTREPID-DX-GROUP Radio in a box project
Today, we are excited to announce our Radio in a Box (RIB) Project. Our goal is to activate the most rare and remote entities. We are launching our Radio in a Box project to satisfy the requirements of various governments to use a small footprint. Our Radio in a Box contains two remotely operated ICOM IC-7300 MK2 radios, a Raspberry Pi control computer, Starlink Internet, self-contained batteries, and is completely solar powered. Each RIB can be set up in minutes and left unattended to be remotely operated.
We believe this is the future for environmentally sensitive locations where traditional "tent & generator" activations are no longer permitted.
Paul N6PSE
President, Intrepid-DX Group
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SWR Magazine – October 2026 Edition Now Available
SWR Magazine – October 2026 Edition Now Available
English edition: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kqkyd/SWR-Eng-Oct-26/#p=1
Among the featured articles are:
• DMR: When Radio Becomes Data
• The QYT HF-98 and the new generation of HF SDR transceivers
• Is the Traditional Shack Disappearing?
• Building a Multiband Yagi
• VHF/UHF Mobile Antennas
• Icom IC-9100: Is It Still Relevant Today?
• Nostalgia Corner: The KLM Multi-2700
• JOTA: When Scouts Connect Through the Airwaves
• October contests, special events, and on-the-air activities
SWR Magazine is an independent publication dedicated to sharing information, experiences, technical projects, history, and stories from the world of ham radio.
The magazine is completely FREE.
If you would like to receive future editions, you can subscribe at: https://swrmagazine.org/
Thank you to everyone who contributes articles, photographs, technical information, and experiences to SWR Magazine, and to the ham radio community for continuing to support the publication.
73,
SWR Magazine Editorial Team
• DMR: When Radio Becomes Data
• The QYT HF-98 and the new generation of HF SDR transceivers
• Is the Traditional Shack Disappearing?
• Building a Multiband Yagi
• VHF/UHF Mobile Antennas
• Icom IC-9100: Is It Still Relevant Today?
• Nostalgia Corner: The KLM Multi-2700
• JOTA: When Scouts Connect Through the Airwaves
• October contests, special events, and on-the-air activities
SWR Magazine is an independent publication dedicated to sharing information, experiences, technical projects, history, and stories from the world of ham radio.
The magazine is completely FREE.
If you would like to receive future editions, you can subscribe at: https://swrmagazine.org/
Thank you to everyone who contributes articles, photographs, technical information, and experiences to SWR Magazine, and to the ham radio community for continuing to support the publication.
73,
SWR Magazine Editorial Team
lundi 5 octobre 2026
ICOMJAPAN: How to get started as a BCL or SWL
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US amateur radio bands 160 meter to 10 meter
Common Operating Modes
- CW (Continuous Wave / Morse Code): Permitted across all amateur bands; highly efficient for weak-signal work.
- Phone (Voice - SSB and FM): Single Sideband (SSB) is standard on HF (LSB on lower bands, USB on 20m and higher); FM is standard on VHF/UHF repeaters.
- Digital Modes: Modern computer-based protocols like FT8, RTTY, PSK31, and packet radio/APRS are heavily utilized for weak-signal tracking and text communication.
160 Meter ( 1850 kHz )
During the day, ground wave communications over distances of less than 150 km benefit from reliable propagation; at the same time, the strong absorption of the D layer makes communications over greater distances very difficult. At night, when the D layer disappears, the waves can reach the F layer and be reflected. Greater distances are then possible. Atmospheric noise can be very significant and make communications very difficult. Mid-latitude thunderstorms generate a great deal of static, particularly in summer. Best propagation WINTER nights.
80 Meter ( 3500 kHz )
The daytime absorption of the D layer, while less significant than on the 160-meter band, practically closes off this daytime band; however, it remains possible to make contacts up to 400 km using a high angle. As soon as the sun begins to set, intercontinental contacts (as far as the antipodes) become possible. As with the 160-meter band, atmospheric noise is very noticeable and static signals are very important in summer. Best propagation WINTER evenings and nights.
40 Meter ( 7 MHz )
The absorption of the D layer is much lower than on the lower bands, resulting in a near-permanent open signal depending on the propagation mode. During the day, the use of the E layer allows for communications with a range of approximately 800 km under very stable conditions. At night, as soon as ionization begins to decrease, the F2 layer enables highly reliable global contacts. Atmospheric noise is minimal, and static levels, even in summer, are generally lower than signal levels. Best propagation evenings and nights in all seasons.
30 Meter ( 10 MHz )
This band shares characteristics with both the lower (nighttime) and upper (daytime) bands. Atmospheric noise is minimal, and static levels, even in summer, are generally lower than signal levels. During the day, D-layer absorption is negligible, making contacts possible over distances of up to 3000 km. At night, communications with the antipodes are possible. 24/7 use of the F2 layer is feasible. The MUF (Multi-Uniform Frequency) in certain areas may decrease below this frequency. The 30-meter band is the least affected by solar cycles. DX communications on this band are therefore consistently very stable. Best propagation at night in all seasons.
20 Meter ( 14 MHz )
The band is favored by most radio amateurs for global communications. Dependent on the solar cycle, this band is always open for at least a few hours a day for DX traffic via the F2 layer. Short-distance contacts via the E layer are also occasionally possible. During solar maxima, the band can even remain open 24/7. In winter, the band closes relatively early. Atmospheric noise is negligible, even during the day. Best propagation summer days.
17 Meter ( 18 MHz )
This band behaves like the 20-meter band, but it is more sensitive to variations in the solar cycle (11 years). During periods of low solar activity, the 17-meter band is only open to DX during the day along a north-south axis and at latitudes below 50 degrees. During periods of maximum solar activity, the band is open to long-distance communications all day, into the early evening, and even late into the night. Atmospheric noise is negligible, even during the day.
15 Meter ( 21 Mhz )
This band behaves much like the 17-meter band, except that during periods of low solar activity, it can remain completely closed. Highly dependent on ionization, the 15-meter band is only active during daylight hours, particularly during periods of low solar activity. Traffic is very heavy via the F2 layer and very low, but possible, in the ES (sporadic E) band.
12 Meter and 10 Meter ( 25 and 25 MHz
12 This band benefits from the advantages of the 15-meter and 10-meter bands. It is primarily a daytime band during periods of low or moderate solar activity. During periods of high solar activity, the 12-meter band may remain open even at night. During periods of low solar activity, the 12-meter band is only open to DXing during the day along a north-south axis and at latitudes below 50 degrees; however, during these same periods, the band may remain closed all day. From the 12-meter band onward, ES contacts begin to be possible. ES openings are sometimes observable in winter, but their peak occurs between late spring and summer.
10 and 11 meter This band is very sensitive to variations in the solar cycle and therefore highly variable. It benefits from a large number of propagation modes. During periods of high solar activity, the band opens at sunrise and closes a few hours after sunset. During these periods, a power of just a few watts allows contacts over several thousand kilometers. During periods of moderate activity, the band remains open only for transequatorial communications at low latitudes. During periods of minimum activity, DX communications are completely impossible. ES propagation becomes significant on the 10-meter band. It allows contacts over a distance of approximately 5,000 kilometers. It reaches its maximum between May and August.
Solar cycle
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_cycle
2024 was the best propagation on SW, 2026, 2027 and 2028 will be good also but not like 2024 !
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FT8 frequencies
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