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The decision has already been reversed, the thread deleted, and russky call signs are again visible.
P.S. Putin is a filthy animal.
Yeah, I saw that. The new message says "24-hour ban" but the original message certainly didn't have anything like that. I'm sure it was more of an emotional knee-jerk thing and I agree with others that the reversal was probably due to the backlash
This fellow's channel covers a lot of ham radio topics, but he also covers historical topics. I like the end of this one about published gov and military frequencies in the 80s and 90s.
If that trips your trigger, jump down the rabbit hole of long-lines.net. Lots of details on the fascinating history of the AT&T long lines networks, much of which was built in this area. Central/Western maryland/sourhtern PA has a particularly rich history, and much of that infrastructure is still in use in one capacity or another. Familiar with the monrovia tower? Or the tower in Tysons corner (if its stilll there - I haven't been through years). More than meets the eye...
As an RF/microwave engineer, its neat to know what drove the forefront of microwave design from the 50's through 60's/70's.
As an RF/microwave engineer, its neat to know what drove the forefront of microwave design from the 50's through 60's/70's.
New FCC $35 fees for GMRS and amateur radio service go into effect 19 April.
https://www.fcc.gov/document/effective-date-wireless-application-fee-rates
https://www.fcc.gov/document/effective-date-wireless-application-fee-rates
Monrovia tower - is that the square microwave tower that I think is linked to/aimed at the one in Finksburg?
I believe there is some alphabet soup at the Finksburg tower.
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That's been the scuttlebutt as long as I can remember.
Monrovia is MD-1 on that site. They probably had various links to lambs knoll, camp david, raven rock, etc... Very neat history right in our backyard.
Oh...I was thinking of the one near Damascus.
Penn Shop road tower was attended by military from Fort Ritchie once upon a time.
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Maybe we're talking the same tower - near Penn Shop Road, in Ijamsville more or less.
Clarification on the FCC fees. I had it wrong about class upgrades. I have no problems being wrong in this case. 
From the ARRL:
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff has clarified in response to an ARRL request that the new $35 application fee will not apply to most license modifications, including those to upgrade an Amateur Radio Licensee’s operator class and changes to club station trustees. The FCC staff explained that the new fees will apply only to applications for a new license, renewal, rule waiver, or a new vanity call sign. As previously announced, the new fees take effect on April 19, 2022.
From the ARRL:The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff has clarified in response to an ARRL request that the new $35 application fee will not apply to most license modifications, including those to upgrade an Amateur Radio Licensee’s operator class and changes to club station trustees. The FCC staff explained that the new fees will apply only to applications for a new license, renewal, rule waiver, or a new vanity call sign. As previously announced, the new fees take effect on April 19, 2022.
gamer_jim
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Time to get my Extra then.Clarification on the FCC fees. I had it wrong about class upgrades. I have no problems being wrong in this case.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff has clarified in response to an ARRL request that the new $35 application fee will not apply to most license modifications, including those to upgrade an Amateur Radio Licensee’s operator class and changes to club station trustees. The FCC staff explained that the new fees will apply only to applications for a new license, renewal, rule waiver, or a new vanity call sign. As previously announced, the new fees take effect on April 19, 2022.
russ498
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I went from having no prior exposure to radio or electronics to passing the Amateur Extra test which is the highest level amateur license available, in just 3 months. It took a lot of time studying, but is doable for anyone.
Clarification on the FCC fees. I had it wrong about class upgrades. I have no problems being wrong in this case.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) staff has clarified in response to an ARRL request that the new $35 application fee will not apply to most license modifications, including those to upgrade an Amateur Radio Licensee’s operator class and changes to club station trustees. The FCC staff explained that the new fees will apply only to applications for a new license, renewal, rule waiver, or a new vanity call sign. As previously announced, the new fees take effect on April 19, 2022.
Bump for this. AARC announced their April 9,2022 VE session will be the last one before the new fees go into effect.
It might be worth it to give the test a try even if you don't think you're fully prepared.
Congrats!! Well Done!
Nice! Congrats.
First HF contact, got on the ARFCOM Tuesday net on 40m! Propagation was great.
Awesome!
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