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Saint Brandon expedition 3B7M 2023. Official web site

RUssian DXpedition Team is glad to annonce a trip to Kindom of Eswatini (Swaziland).Active on HF Bands 7-22 October 2021

On-line log for Z21RU DXpedition to Zimbabwe

This **PDF report** documents a _maritime mobile_ DXpedition operating from the _Southern Ocean_ near Antarctica, detailing antenna deployment strategies on a sailing vessel. It addresses power management systems for remote operations and propagation characteristics specific to polar regions on **20m and 40m** bands. Operational strategies include managing high-density pileups using split frequency operation and maintaining signal integrity during periods of high aurora activity. Equipment considerations cover specific transceiver models like the Icom IC-7300, antenna types optimized for marine vessel installation, and battery power systems for extended periods without shore power. The resource also examines the use of satellite communication for real-time log uploads and QSL confirmation from remote locations, and discusses mitigating signal degradation from ice accumulation on antennas. DXZone Focus: PDF report | Maritime Mobile DXpedition | Polar Propagation | Split Frequency Operation

Rarotonga, South Cook Islands. DX Pedition April 2023

4W8X DXpedition - November 2023 Timor Leste

DF6QV's 4-Square antenna analysis begins with a two-element array simulation, demonstrating azimuth and elevation plots for various phase differences, including a 75-135 degree range. The document then delves into the core components of a 4-Square system, such as radiators, couplers, phasing lines, and ground systems, referencing W1HKK's 1965 QST article on an 80m phased array. It explores the influence of ground conditions and element spacing on antenna performance, presenting EZNEC analysis for an 80m 4-Square with an elevated radial, showing how gain and beamwidth vary with spacing. Various 90-degree couplers, including the 3 dB hybrid coupler and the Reed Fisher coupler, are analyzed using LTSpice, detailing power splitting, phasing, and bandwidth characteristics. The resource quantifies power, voltage, current, and losses within a 4-Square system, addressing relays, capacitors, inductors, radiator radial systems, and cable losses. System impedance, bandwidth, SWR, isolation, and mutual coupling are discussed with practical construction aspects covering common mode chokes, phasing boxes, and remote control systems. Field test observations for 40m 4-Square antennas are included, with specific examples from DXpedition operations like 5A7A and VP6DX, providing real-world context to the theoretical and simulated results.

This blog chronicles over a decade of portable HF contesting from rural Ireland (2008–2019) by Olivier, operating under callsigns EI/ON4EI, EI8GQB, EI1A, and EI7T. Using only green energy from a caravan, he achieved top-tier results in major international contests—including 1st World in the 2018 IARU HF Championship (SSB LP) and multiple 1st-place finishes in CQ WW and CQ WPX SSB Europe. Operating in the demanding Single Operator All Band Low Power and SO2R categories, he deployed up to five antennas across five bands, often in remote or emergency-style conditions. The narrative blends technical detail, fieldcraft, and personal reflection, documenting triumphs, setbacks (including carbon monoxide poisoning), and the logistical challenges of sustainable portable operation—culminating in his decision to transition to team-based contesting and future DXpeditions.

The 2026 Sable Island DXpedition (CY0S) announcement details an upcoming 10-12-day operation from March 19-31, 2026, following an invitation from Parks Canada - Sable Island. The team, largely drawn from the 2024 CY9C DXpedition, includes Murray **WA4DAN** and Glenn **WØGJ** as co-leaders, with Larry WØPR managing publicity and fundraising. Bill K5DHY will handle OQRS QSL cards and serve as treasurer, while Chaz W4GKF maintains the CY0S.com website. Logistical information specifies Sable Aviation will provide flights to the island, landing on a suitable south-facing beach area, acknowledging potential flight delays. Sable Island, located approximately 300 km east of Halifax, Nova Scotia, is described as a 40 km long, 1 km wide sand island with no trees, anticipating cold, windy, and snowy conditions during March. The resource also notes the availability of a dedicated Japanese website and accepts donations via the CY0S website.

This online tool is a specialized web-based utility for orchestrating multi-operator HF contest and DXpedition activities. This tool, _Rig2Cast_, assists station managers in meticulously planning operator shifts, ensuring adequate rest periods, and crucially, preventing operational conflicts such as assigning a single operator to multiple radios concurrently. It integrates support for SO2R operations and offers real-time simulation of operator requirements, a feature I've found invaluable in pre-event planning. The scheduling engine incorporates five distinct algorithms: greedy fairness balancing, round robin, maximum coverage, simulated annealing, and a fatigue-aware model. These algorithms enforce critical constraints like minimum/maximum shift durations and mandatory rest times across all radios, which directly impacts operator performance over long events. My field experience confirms that such robust constraint management is essential for maintaining peak efficiency during intense operations. Key features include distributed multi-station support, printable per-operator cards, flexible band activity windows, and real-time editable operator slots. The drag-and-drop shift management, coupled with full cross-radio swap support and smart constraint feedback (valid targets in green, invalid in red), streamlines complex scheduling tasks. The system's design ensures user data privacy, as no information is stored on the server; schedules are saved and reloaded locally.

T30UN Log Online for Tarawa Island Kiribati DXPedition in April 2023 provided by club log

2013 Father and Son DX-pedition to St Barthelemy, This recap of a June 2013 trip to the Caribbean will chase your winter blues away

Timor-Leste DXPedition 4W1A Log online service provided by club log

March 1-11 2023 DXPedition to Galapagos, Santa Cruz Island SA-004

Documents the operational planning for the **XX9W** DXpedition to Macao, a **DXCC** entity. This resource outlines the team composition, identifying 14 operators from various IARU regions, including EA1CJ, F2JD, and JH4RHF. It details the expedition's objective to activate Macao, officially the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, emphasizing its distinct blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures, historic architecture, and urban landscape. The site also provides information on how to support the DXpedition through donations, facilitating contributions via PayPal. Macao operates under the "one country, two systems" principle, with Chinese (Cantonese) and Portuguese as official languages, and a population exceeding 680,000. The content highlights the region's geographical location on the southern coast of China, across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong, and its historical background as a Portuguese colony.

October 4-17 DX Pedition to Swains Island

SP9FIH as A52P and SP6CIK as A52CI fm Dochula Bhutan ; 40-6m; SSB CW + digital 19th April till 4th May 2024

The St Paul Island CY9C DXpedition is scheduled for August 26, September 5, 2024. All bands from 160-6 meters are planned.

Temotu 2024 DXpedition February 22nd, 2024 - March 7th 2024.

2023 September DXPedition Chuuk, F.S.M QRV on September 18-21, 2023 from Weno Island, Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia. On 160-6m, CW/SSB/RTTY/FM (29MHz)/FT8. V6Z, V63Z, V6AAA, V6WW, V6C, V63FM, V63OS,V63VB,V63SX

IOTA: OC-003 activation planned for November 01 – November 15, 2024 Operation modes: SSB, CW, RTTY , FT8, FT4, PSK Bands: 160 – 6m, QO-100

Presents the S21WD DXpedition to Bangladesh (IOTA **AS-140**) scheduled for 2026, organized by the Next Generation DX Club e.V. It outlines the project's progress, including final hardware and systems testing, and the team's successful arrival and activation from the target location. The resource provides a concise summary of Bangladesh, covering its geography, cultural aspects, and economic landscape. The page includes the Clublog Most Wanted ranking for Bangladesh, categorized by continent and mode, as of January 2026. The DXpedition aims to achieve over 70,000 QSOs across CW, SSB, RTTY, and FT8 modes, with a specific focus on RTTY (targeting over 2,000 QSOs) and **lowband** operations. The team plans a Multi-Single entry in the ARRL CW 2026 contest. QSO data will be uploaded to Clublog and LoTW, with Clublog livestream and daily free LoTW uploads anticipated, contingent on stable internet connectivity. The S21WD callsign corresponds to CQ Zone 22 and ITU Zone 41. Further details include a preliminary bandplan, FT8 operating guidelines using MSHV software, a VOACAP DX Prediction link, and an azimuthal map centered on Bangladesh. QSL services are managed by DJ4MX via Clublog OQRS, offering direct, bureau, and LoTW options, with daily LoTW uploads expected.

This page provides information about the upcoming DXpedition to Manihiki in the North Cook Islands by a team of Western Washington DX Club hams. It includes details about the dates of the operation, financial support options, QSL policy, and how hams can get involved. The page is aimed at ham radio operators interested in working the E51MWA station during the DXpedition and supporting the team financially.

The HD8G DXpedition will take place in the stunning Galapagos Islands from April 18 to April 26, 2025. This operation will involve 26 dedicated amateur radio operators activating the islands, which are designated as IOTA SA-004. The team aims to make a significant number of contacts, providing an exciting opportunity for DXers and enthusiasts to work this unique location. With a rich history and diverse wildlife, the Galapagos Islands offer a picturesque backdrop for this event. Participants can expect to engage in various modes of operation, including SSB and CW, as the team works to log as many QSOs as possible. The DXpedition is anticipated to generate a high volume of activity, with operators from multiple countries contributing to the effort. This is a prime opportunity for those looking to add a rare entity to their DXCC list or simply enjoy the thrill of working a special event from a remote location.

Presents detailed expedition charts and statistics for the **XX9W** DXpedition, covering operating time, total QSOs, unique calls, and duplicate QSOs. The resource provides comprehensive band and mode breakdowns, including FT8, SSB, CW, and FM, across 80m, 40m, 30m, 20m, 17m, 15m, 12m, 10m, 6m, 2m, and 70cm. Users can access DXCC statistics by band and mode, daily QSO totals, and multiband QSO statistics. Continent-by-mode and continent-by-band breakdowns are also available, detailing activity from Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Oceania, and South America. The platform also tracks the expedition's impact on user totals, showing new band, new mode, new band + new mode, new slot, and new DXCC contacts.

Log Online for Buthan DX Pedition

V73WW - Marshall Islands (2025) 160-6m CW SSB RTTY FT8 4 stations, QSL via DJ4MX

HAMgpt offers a personalized amateur radio experience, leveraging AI to provide real-time operational guidance. It integrates live propagation data, current band conditions, and operator-specific context, including callsign, QTH, license class, and station equipment, to deliver relevant answers. The system can identify open HF, VHF, and UHF bands, suggest workable DXpeditions and POTA/SOTA activations, and provide accurate repeater offsets and CTCSS/DCS tones for local repeaters. Unlike general-purpose chatbots, HAMgpt avoids fabricating frequencies or license privileges, instead relying on actual data for its responses. It supports antenna design calculations for various types like Yagi, dipole, vertical, and magnetic loop antennas, offering to-scale dimensions. The platform also assists with license exam preparation and provides satellite pass predictions tailored to the user's location. It supports multiple countries, including the United States (FCC Technician, General, Extra), Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and Argentina, incorporating their specific band plans and power limits.

The Alfa Alfa (AA) DX Group, established on March 1, 1974, in the Netherlands, is presented as the pioneering Dutch 27mc DX group. It details the group's historical significance, particularly its revolutionary use of the '000' club callsign (19AA000) which influenced international 11-meter group callsign structures. The resource outlines the group's re-establishment in 2024, inviting new active CB operators and _Short Wave Listeners_ (SWL) to join its ranks, emphasizing a free worldwide membership model. Membership requirements are specified, focusing on active participation with an assigned AA callsign. The group provides QSL card management services, with options for direct QSL requests requiring **3 USD** and a Self-Addressed Envelope, or **4 USD** via PayPal for expenses. It also mentions upcoming initiatives like an _AA DX Contest_ and an award program, with sections for certificates and plaques currently under construction. The site also lists useful CB resources, including an 11M DX Cluster and an 11M Callsign Database, and provides contact information for the founder, 19AA001 Mr. Theo, and the Worldwide QSL Manager, 178AA001 Mr. Emil, based in Bulgaria.

The XW4DX DXpedition website documents the amateur radio operation from Laos, a country ranked #98 on Clublog's Most Wanted list. This resource provides insights into the planning and execution of a significant DXpedition, including antenna choices like _Hexbeams_ at 14m, a 4-square for 40m, and a top-loaded vertical for 160m. The team, comprising operators such as _F4BKV Vincent_ and _F2DX Patrick_, focused on challenging paths, particularly towards the North American East Coast, where Laos is #41 most wanted. Operational constraints included prohibitions on 6m, 30m, 60m, and 80m bands within Laos, necessitating a focus on other HF frequencies, especially 160m and 40m. The expedition utilized up to five stations simultaneously, with equipment transportation being a major logistical challenge, partially mitigated by direct shipments from _Spiderbeam_ and donor support. The expedition ran from November 16th to 27th, 2023, with the complete XW4DX log uploaded to LoTW by December 23rd, 2023. This site serves as a historical record of their efforts to put Laos on the air for DXers worldwide.

TX5EU 2026 DXpedition to Raivavae Island, **OC-114**, within the Austral Islands, providing a detailed account of the German/Dutch team's operations. The resource outlines the participation of operators such as DL2AWG Guenter, PA2KW Evert, and DK2AMM Ernoe, who engaged in CW, SSB, RTTY, and various digital modes. It documents the real-world challenges encountered, including significant equipment failures and antenna damage to 80/60m, 30m, and 10m verticals due to adverse storm conditions. The page offers timely news updates on the expedition's progress, noting repairs to a power amplifier's 10/12m bandpass filter, which enabled three stations to utilize amplification. Earlier reports highlighted power failures and the loss of multiple power amplifiers, necessitating one station to operate barefoot FT-8 with 100W. The team's persistent efforts to repair antennas as weather permits are also detailed, reflecting the dynamic nature of remote island operations.

Presents the 4th edition of the IARU Region 1 Ethics and Operating Procedures for the Radio Amateur, a fully rewritten guide published in July 2026. It establishes a shared basis for respectful and effective communication within the amateur radio community, building upon over fifteen years of prior work. The document details the purposes of amateur radio, principles of non-interference, electromagnetic compatibility, and station safety. It specifies operating procedures, including listening practices, adherence to IARU and national band plans, appropriate transmission content, use of Q-codes, and the phonetic alphabet. The guide provides instructions for conducting QSOs across phone, CW, and various digital modes. Specific sections address managing pileups, participating in contesting, engaging in DX and DXpedition operations, operating portable or mobile, and conducting station testing. Further sections cover VHF and UHF operating considerations, ensuring a comprehensive resource for both experienced operators and those new to the hobby.

Presents the RI8KR RRA Island Hoppers DXpedition, detailing its schedule from August 21 to 28, 2026, and its objective to activate four new island groups in the Ob Bay of the Kara Sea. The expedition targets specific Russian River Club (RRC) references: RR-06-66 (Ob River Delta Islands West), RR-06-67 (Ob River Delta Islands North-West), RR-06-68 (Ob River Delta Islands North), and RR-06-69 (Ob River Delta Islands Center/North). Operators Vladimir, RK8A, and Igor, UA3EDQ, will operate on 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10-meter bands using CW, SSB, and potentially Digital modes. Three of these activations contribute to IOTA AS-109, an entity not activated since 2013. The page provides QSL information via RZ3EC (Eugene Shelkanovtsev, P.O. Box 70, Orel 302028) and online platforms including RRAWARD.RU, LoTW, RDAWARD.RU, and CFMRDA.RU. It lists supporters of the expedition, acknowledging contributions from various amateur radio operators. Recent updates confirm the purchase of airplane and boat tickets for the team's travel to Salekhard and Salemal/Panayevsk, indicating active preparation for the August 2026 operation.