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
High Altitude Balloon to Study Comet ISON
An amateur radio balloon operating on 145.765 MHz will be launched on Sunday, September 29, 2013 from Bangalore, India. National Institute of Amateur Radio, Hyderabad with Dhruva Space, India's first small satellite start-up, is supporting the Indian Institute of...
IARU Amateur Radio Spectrum Requirements
Following the annual meeting of the Administrative Council (AC) of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) a revised spectrum requirement document is available. At 50 MHz the IARU re-iterates the need for a harmonised allocation for the Amateur-Satellite Service...
Cuban radio ham to attend AMSAT Symposium
Are you looking for a good excuse to visit the 2013 AMSAT Symposium in Houston, Texas ? It is with great pleasure that I announce the return of Hector Martinez, CO6CBF, to the AMSAT Symposium. Last year, Hector’s presentation on “Cuban style” satellite operation was...
IARU Administrative Council Meeting
The Administrative Council (AC) of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) held its annual meeting on September 21-22, 2013 in Cancun, Mexico. The AC is responsible for the policy and management of the IARU and consists of the three IARU international officers...
ISS Astronaut Luca Parmitano KF5KDP discusses life in space on BBC World News
Aboard the International Space Station, Expedition 37 Flight Engineer Luca Parmitano KF5KDP / IR0ISS of the European Space Agency provided an update on life and research aboard the orbital laboratory during an interview Sept. 24 with the British Broadcasting...
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