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Ham Radio Frequencies

Amateur radio enthusiasts utilize specific frequency bands allocated globally for communication. From Low Frequency (LF) to Very-High Frequencies (VHF), each band has distinct characteristics and propagation conditions. Frequency allocations vary by country and ITU region. Understanding band usage and regulations is crucial for effective communication among ham radio operators worldwide.

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sat04apr(apr 4)3:00 pmsun05(apr 5)3:00 pmRepeating EventSP DX Contest CW3:00 pm - 3:00 pm (5)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByPZKTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat04apr(apr 4)4:00 pmsun05(apr 5)4:00 pmRepeating EventEA RTTY ContestEA RTTY Contest4:00 pm - 4:00 pm (5)(GMT-11:00) Event Organized ByURETypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat11apr(apr 11)7:00 amsun12(apr 12)1:00 pmRepeating EventJapan International DX Contest CW7:00 am - 1:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByJARLTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat11apr(apr 11)12:00 pmsun12(apr 12)11:59 amRepeating EventOK OM DX Contest SSB12:00 pm - 11:59 am (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByCRC SZRTypeHF ContestModesSSB

sat11apr(apr 11)12:00 pmsun12(apr 12)6:00 pmRepeating EventIG-RY World Wide RTTY Contest12:00 pm - 6:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByIG RTTYTypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat11apr(apr 11)9:00 pmsun12(apr 12)9:00 pmRepeating EventYuri Gagaring CW Contest9:00 pm - 9:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByYuri Gagarin ContestTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat18apr12:00 am11:59 pmRepeating EventWorld Amateur Radio Day12:00 am - 11:59 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByIARUTypeSpecial EventModesCW,DIGITAL,SSB

sat18apr(apr 18)6:00 amsun19(apr 19)5:59 amRepeating EventWorked All Provinces of China DX Contest6:00 am - 5:59 am (19)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByMulan DX ClubTypeHF ContestModesCW,SSB

sat18apr(apr 18)9:00 amsun19(apr 19)11:59 pmRepeating EventCQMM DX Contest9:00 am - 11:59 pm (19)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByCWJF GroupTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat25apr(apr 25)12:00 pmsun26(apr 26)11:59 amRepeating EventSP DX Contest RTTY12:00 pm - 11:59 am (26)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByPZKTypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat25apr(apr 25)1:00 pmsun26(apr 26)12:59 pmRepeating EventHelvetia Contest HF1:00 pm - 12:59 pm (26)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByUSKATypeHF ContestModesCW,DIGITAL,SSB

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[RSGB] - Wednesday April 1 2026
The Youngsters on the Air Summer Camp takes place between 25 July and 1 August in Wagrain, located in the Austrian Alps. This is a chance of a lifetime for young RSGB members to represent their country and their national society. To be part of this fantastic event, you need to be: An RSGB member […]
[IARU R1] - Saturday March 28 2026
Some new features are available in the VHF+ Contest Robot. For each contest, you can find : Results Table: you can filter the classification for country with a multiple choice instead of DXCC prefix. Statistics: you can show for each …
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
The RSGB 2026 elections are open. If you are an RSGB Affiliated Club, who do your members think are the best Elected Director candidates to represent them on the RSGB Board? Why not watch the candidate videos at your next club meeting, discuss their answers and then vote for your preferred candidates? There are three […]
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
Do you have a question you would like the RSGB Board to answer at the RSGB 2026 AGM? There are three ways you can get involved. You can ask a question live at the AGM via Zoom Submit a written question in advance Share your question via the live chat during the AGM Only written […]
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
The RSGB is looking for a new Chair of the Legacy Committee, following the resignation of Richard Horton, G4AOJ from the committee. Chris Wood, GD6TWF, who is the Society’s Honorary Treasurer and the Board Liaison for the Legacy Committee, would like to thank Richard for his work over the last few years in encouraging new […]
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
The RSGB 2026 elections are open. If you are an RSGB Affiliated Club, who do your members think are the best Elected Director candidates to represent them on the RSGB Board? Why not watch the candidate videos at your next club meeting, discuss their answers and then vote for your preferred candidates? There are three […]
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
Do you have a question you would like the RSGB Board to answer at the RSGB 2026 AGM? There are three ways you can get involved. You can ask a question live at the AGM via Zoom Submit a written question in advance Share your question via the live chat during the AGM Only written […]
[RSGB] - Friday March 27 2026
The RSGB is looking for a new Chair of the Legacy Committee, following the resignation of Richard Horton, G4AOJ from the committee. Chris Wood, GD6TWF, who is the Society’s Honorary Treasurer and the Board Liaison for the Legacy Committee, would like to thank Richard for his work over the last few years in encouraging new […]
[IARU R1] - Tuesday March 24 2026
The IARU Region 1 Youth Committee, together with ÖVSV (Österreichische Versuchssenderverband), are pleased to announce the 14th annual YOTA (Youngsters On The Air) Summer Camp, which will take place in Wagrain, Austria, from 25 July to 1 August 2026. Following …
[RSGB] - Friday March 20 2026
The RSGB 2026 AGM takes place at 10am on Saturday, 18 April 2026 and will be held online to ensure as many members as possible can watch and take part. Visit rsgb.org/agm to see details of the Calling Notice, Resolutions, the elected Board Director candidates, the Nominated Director candidates, and information on how to vote. We […]

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