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
Video of ISS Ham Radio contact with WISH students
International Space Station Flight Engineer Joe Acaba KE5DAR used amateur radio to speak with high school students participating in a summer program called Women in STEM High School Aerospace Scholars, or WISH. The students, selected from across the country, were...
LightSail-1 CubeSat Videos
The Planetary Society's amateur radio spacecraft Lightsail-1 carries a 32m square metre solar sail demonstration. After launch LightSail-1 will spend a few weeks in orbit during which the team will check out the subsystems. The side panels will then be...
Amateur Radio Satellites mentioned on Phoenix FM Drivetime show
Always keen to promote Amateur Radio in Essex, Pete M0PSX from Essex Ham was given the opportunity to join presenter Scott Ross on Phoenix FM in Brentwood to discuss the hobby. During the interview Pete took the opportunity to briefly plug the amateur radio...
Three Radio Hams Scheduled to Head to ISS This Weekend
ARRL report that NASA will televise the launch and docking of the next mission to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled for 8:40 PM (CDT) Saturday, July 14 (0140 UT, Sunday, July 15). NASA Flight Engineer Sunita Williams, KD5PLB, along with Russian...
AMSAT-UK Membership.
AMSAT-UK Membership. There has never been a more exciting time for you to join one of the UK's largest group of people who have an interest in Amateur radio satellites/space activities from all around the world. AMSAT-UK has an ever growing membership base from...
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