AMSAT-UK is a leading organization dedicated to advancing amateur satellite communications in the United Kingdom. Established to promote and support satellite experimentation and development, AMSAT-UK provides resources, education, and a community for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you’re new to satellite communications or an experienced operator, AMSAT-UK offers valuable insights, technical resources, and opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Through events like the annual Colloquium, AMSAT-UK brings together experts, hobbyists, and innovators to share knowledge and ideas. In addition to supporting satellite missions and projects, AMSAT-UK collaborates with international amateur satellite organizations, helping to expand the possibilities of amateur radio and satellite communications around the world.
Satellite News
Thai Amateur Radio Delegation Visit DARC
Thai radio amateurs are hoping to get a number of license improvements this year, including access to the Amateur Satellite Service band at 435-438 MHz as well as 146.0-146.5 MHz. On Sunday, March 30, 2014 a delegation of the Thai National Broadcasting and...
ISS HamTV moves to 2369 MHz
The Digital Amateur TV (DATV) system in the Columbus module of the International Space Station (ISS) has changed frequency to 2369 MHz. Presently, Ham Video is transmitting permanently a "blank" image and no audio in configuration 5: * ARISS antenna 43 *...
UKSA 2013 CubeSat Workshop Recommendations Available
Organised by the UK Space Agency (UKSA) and held at the Open University, the 2013 workshop sessions included topics from over 100 contributors attending. Key areas included: • Fostering a stronger and wider UK CubeSat Community • Overcoming Obstacles • Developing...
FCC proposes giving more 5 GHz Spectrum to unlicensed devices
In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ET Docket 13-49 the FCC proposes making 195 MHz of spectrum at 5 GHz available for Part 15 unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices to provide high data rate mobile and fixed communications for individuals,...
Transponder Test: Jim Heck G3WGM talks to TX Factor
The FUNcube-1 (AO-73) satellite team plan to activate the transponder once again during the daytime over the weekend of April 5-6. Project Manager Jim Heck G3WGM has given an exclusive audio interview to the TX Factor's Bob McCreadie G0FGX which explains what the...
FUNCube Status
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| JO-97 | Active |
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