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Daily Reports
QSB was a major challenge for North American stations seeking evening QSO's regardless of power level; G0MRF reported by AA1A, KA1R, KD2OM and NO3M; ZF1EJ -> K9FD (/KH6); Nice activity in Oceania but trans-Pacific openings between VK and North America only reached the western region and Alaska; Pacific Rim JA openings to VK were less pronounced compared to recent sessions
Nice activity levels in North America including a few Eastern stations amassing quite a few completed QSO's; Some consistency returns to trans-Atlantic openings as G0MRF receives reports from KA1R for yet another night; Another decent night in the Pacific with openings between VK and JA/KL7/KH6 plus the western portions of North American including VE6JY
Moderately improved session in North America with many areas reporting decreased QRN levels and several stations fighting later openings to complete QSO's ; G0MRF reported by KA1R, AA1A and WA3U; LU1DOW reported in the eastern half of North America and at VA7JX; Decent night for Pacific and trans-Pacific paths including VK4YB reports in the western US and at KL7L plus a number of VK and ZL stations reported at K9FD (/KH6); Strong activity in JA with numerous reports on the Pacific Rim path to Oceania
Eastern region continues to be the focal point of North American domestic activity but KR7O observed some transcontinental JT9 and WSPR; ZF1EJ -> VE6JY; Trans-Pacific openings observed between VK4 and VE6, KL7 plus others in the western region of North America; JA reports for VK4YB remain plentiful including a potential new station, JK1LOT
Very slow start to the session in North America that turned out OK after the band had time to develop after dark, signalling that Summer operating protocols are probably here to stay for a while; Trans-Pacific openings were limited to the western regions and noted to be somewhat poor including VK4YB reports at W7IUV and KL7L; Pacific Rim JA openings to VK were average at best
Another tough night of poor propagation and high noise for North America as a skeleton crew keeps things moving forward; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were more optimistic with K9FD (/KH6) reported at ZF1EJ and W6GJB reported at VK4YB; Also VK4YB reported as far East as K0KE in Colorado and another night of very good activity in Oceania including VK6HP reported at K9FD (/KH6); Plentiful JA openings for VK4YB
More of the same in North America but stations continue to show up in spite of dicey band conditions; Big night in Australia as a number of stations reported in Hawaii and the western portions of North America; Trans-Pacific openings reached the central US including W7XU, K5DNL -> ZL2AFP
Slight geomagnetic disturbance this morning, high noise and very light session activity observed although K9KFR reports an orderly and steady stream of evening QSO's over the course of an hour; ZF1EJ reported WSPR from K9FD (/KH6); Trans-Pacific openings included W6GJB reports at VK4YB while Roger was reported by several stations in the western region of North America plus KL7L; Pacific region openings were more of the same including VK -> JA
Light activity in North America with propagation that favored regional over transcontinental openings; LU1DOW once again reported by LA2XPA; Trans-Pacific openings including W6GJB reports in eastern Australia while K0KE was the easternmost station to report VK4YB; Pacific Rim openings between JA and VK were average
Challenging session but a few North American ops, mostly in the eastern half of the continent, showed up and made the most of it; G0MRF reported by KA1R and NO3M; LU1DOW reported by LA2XPA; More of the same in the Pacific region with JA reports for VK5FQ, VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6) plus trans-Pacific openings from VK4YB to KL7L and into the western portions of North America
Not a bad night in North America with a number of QSO's completed but a few stations indicated extended periods of blackout conditions and transcontinental openings from the previous session were absent, possibly due to a lack of activity at one end of the path; Only one trans-Atlantic report observed as G0MRF decoded by W1FRV on WSPR; Pacific Rim openings between VK4YB, VK5FQ and Japan were improved and Trans-Pacific reports between VK4YB and KL7L plus western North America were present while JA openings for K9FD (/KH6) remain elusive; K9MRI spearheads the liquidation of K9SLQ's radio estate
Another good night for domestic openings and QSO's including the return of transcontinental QSO's that have been absent for a while; W6GJB completes his first QSO with W7IUV using JT9 and goes on to have a strong night on WSPR, sharing reciprocal reports with VK4YB; Trans-Pacific openings continue their march eastward with reports of VK4YB at NO3M but early Pacific region JA reports were down; K9FD (/KH6) returns to air!
Possibly the best domestic session and activity of the week in North America but deep, long-cycle, QSB along with some regional, seasonal noise continues to challenge operators; WSPRnet was down for part of this session so Trans-Atlantic report is likely incomplete but G0MRF reported by KA1R; Trans-Pacific openings reached from Oceania to the central US and Alaska plus Pacific Rim paths between VK and JA continue at unseasonably nice levels
Better session in North America although noise and very fast, deep QSB challenged several stalwart ops; Trans-Pacific path yielded a few late openings for VK4YB, reported as far East as W7XU and SWLEM3 and as far North as KL7L plus several JA reports; W5EST presents: ''W5EST Tests BCB KSEV700 Signal Strength at Time of Midpath Tstorm''
Pitiful domestic session in North America as more seasonal storms kept a lot of stations off air and those that were on the air probably struggled to hear; Trans-Atlantic openings for G0MRF at KA1R, NO3M and W1FRV; Lean trans-Pacific openings as well with VK4YB reported by just a couple of stations on the West coast but JA openings looked OK
Better activity in North America plus improvements on trans-Atlantic paths as G0MRF and IW4DXW receive reports from northeastern stations; Trans-Pacific openings reached between Oceania and the western regions of North America while Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA were typical
Very light activity in North America with just a few QSO's reported and a bit of WSPR activity observed; Empty handed session for trans-Atlantic paths; Slightly active geomagnetic conditions observed overnight and this morning; Typical night for trans-Pacific and Pacific region openings reaching from Oceania to the western portions of North America, KL7 and JA; Be on the lookout for W6GJB, QRV JT9 from CA, for his first reported QSO
Eastern region activity remains the bright spot in North America as some stations report marginal improvement with noise conditions during the evening; Interesting trans-equatorial openings for LU1DOW, receiving reports from only WA3U and LA2XPA; G0MRF reported at AA1A and WA3U; Standard fare in the Pacific with reports of VK4YB at KL7L and in western regions of North America; VK5FQ and VK4YB reported again in Japan
Another tough night for North America but stations continued to show up and search for signals resulting in a number of QSO's; KD2OM provides the sole trans-Atlantic report of the session for G0MRF; Good activity in the Pacific with nice JA reports for VK4YB who was heard as far North as KL7L and as far East as NO3M; Decent night for ZF1EJ with reports from VE6JY
More of the same in North America as a handful of stations anchor the session with regional QSO's in spite of storms and associated noise that dominated the session; Listening conditions in Oceania were quite good and activity was high downunder with trans-Pacific WSPR reports for AA5IT, W7XU, KB5NJD and possibly others plus VK4YB making a showing in the central and western region of North America including W7XU, KL7L and VE6JY; JA openings continue for VK4YB and VK5FQ as they were joined by VK3HP
High QRN and deep QSB reports at times in North America but a few domestic QSO's were completed and G0MRF was reported by KA1R, AA1A and N1IVY; Trans-Pacific openings looked pretty good once again with W7XU reports at ZL2AFP and VK4YB at ZF1EJ and KL7L; Pacific Rim remains on autopilot as VK5FQ and VK4YB receive WSPR reports from JA stations
Another difficult night for domestic and trans-Atlantic openings in North America; Trans-Pacific openings were decent including W7XU -> VK4YB and VK4YB -> KL7L; VK5FQ and VK4YB enjoy reports from JA stations
Exceptionally poor band conditions for this session as G1 storm levels make an appearance; While noise destroyed the evening for many, long trans-Pacific openings made an appearance this morning, including VK4YB WSPR decodes in the eastern US and ZF1EJ; Rare night of zero trans-Atlantic JT9 or WSPR activity
A few stalwart operators in North America braved the noise but very poor band conditions were reported in the eastern half of the continent as a strong geomagnetic disturbance was observed this morning; Trans-Atlantic openings brought WSPR reports for G0MRF at KA1R and N1IVY while W1IR received reports from F6GEX, G0LUJ/1 and G0MRF; Trans-Pacific openings resulted in WSPR reports for VK4YB in the Midwest and up to KL7L; Pacific Rim JA openings seemed nominal
Relatively average session in North America with decent activity and mostly regional QSO's reported; G0MRF reported in North America including WSPR decodes at W3TS; Trans-Pacific paths were typical with VK4YB reported as far North as KL7L and as far East as W7XU; Pacific Rim JA openings seemed down once again but observations continue
Decent session in North America including activity from VE7RAC, operated by VE7VV and VA7MM, reporting a nice night of CW and JT9 QSO's for World Amateur Radio Day; G0MRF continues to receive reports from North American stations and ZF1EJ reported by LA2XPA; Trans-Pacific openings observed between VK4YB and W7XU on the eastern boundary and as far North as KL7L; Early openings between VK4YB and Japan were down
Another pretty good night with decent activity and many completed QSO's reported including ZF1EJ QSO's with K9KFR, W3TS and WA3U; Trans-Pacific openings ranged from Oceania to the western regions of North America including VK4YB and VK3HP reports at KL7L and VK4YB reported as far East as VE6JY and VE6EGN; Pacific Rim openings to JA were plentiful for VK4YB and VK3HP; VE7VV reports 630 meter activity tonight and tomorrow for World Amateur Radio Day
Very good session compared to some of the recent ''stinkers'' in North America with reasonable activity and QSO totals; DC0DX and G0MRF receive a number of WSPR reports from North American stations while K3RWR and WA3U were reported at G0LUJ; Nice penetration into the Midwest for KL7L; Excellent trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB reports at ZF1EJ; Nice Pacific Rim openings to Japan continue for VK5FQ and VK4YB; VE7VV reports 630 meter activity on April 18th World Amateur Radio Day
Light activity in North America but a few regional JT9 and CW QSO's were completed as a major noise source in the East exits North America; G0MRF reports that North American JT9 signals from NO3M were observed as he considers the prospect of a late season trans-Atlantic QSO; WA3TTS and K3MF report brief WSPR signals from G0MRF; Decent trans-Pacific openings as VK4YB reported as far East as W7XU and K5DNL while K5DNL and KB5NJD reported in Oceania; Nice JA openings persist for VK5FQ and VK4YB
A mostly tough night in North America as regional openings were the highlight but activity levels through the noise were encouraging; G0MRF reported by KA1R, K9AN, NO3M, N2HQI, VE3CIQ and WA3U; WB3AVN reported at F6GEX; Nice domestic VK activity observed during this session and trans-Pacific openings reached the eastern US with reports of VK4YB at NO3M and as far North as KL7L; Pacific Rim JA openings were typical with WSPR decodes for VK5FQ and VK4YB
More big storms hamper activity in the eastern half of North America but a few stations fought for QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings were much of the same with G0MRF reported by KA1R and WA3U while WB3AVN and WA3U receive a few European reports; Pacific region openings were quite healthy but early JA opening to VK and KH6 seemed down; Trans-Pacific openings were decent with W7XU receiving reports from ZL2AFP and VK4YB reports at K0KE to name just a few
Widespread storms impacted operating and listening for much of North America as regional QSO's dominated this very light session; Trans-Atlantic openings continue with reports for G0MRF and EI0CF at WA3TTS, AB1KW and KA1R; WA3U was the sole stations reported in Europe; More of the same in the Pacific with several JA decodes for K9FD (/KH6), VK4YB and VK5FQ; VK3HP reports at K9FD (/KH6); Trans-Pacific openings into KL7L and as far East as VE6JY
Domestic band activity rebounds a bit in North America as band conditions improve and a few more QSO's were completed; Trans-Atlantic openings were more of the same with G0MRF reported by KA1R, KD2OM, N2HQI and W1IR while WA3U and W1IR continue to receive reports from European stations; Trans-Pacific opening were pretty good with VK4YB reported as far East as K0KE and a far North as KL7L plus plentiful JA openings for VK4YB, VK5FQ and K9FD; VK3HP continues to making a showing in KH6
High noise continues but a few stations made a night of it with regional QSO's; Similar session to the previous on trans-Atlantic paths with G0MRF receiving WSPR reports from KA1R and W1IR and reports from European stations for WA3U and W1IR; Pacific region looked pretty normal with trans-Pacific openings for VK4YB, reaching into North America and to KL7L; JA openings remain about the same with reports in Japan for VK5FQ, VK4YB and K9FD
Very poor band conditions continue with noise chasing away much of the evening activity in North America, extending into the overnight and morning operating period; Trans-Atlantic openings remain down but KA1R reported G0MRF plus W1IR and WA3U continue to make a showing in Europe; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were similar to recent reports including VK4YB sharing reciprocal WSPR reports with KL7L and a number of JA stations plus a few more JA stations reporting K9FD (/KH6)
Very poor band conditions reported in North America as strong storms bring strong noise but morning propagation was observed to be pretty good for those lucky enough to find holes in the noise; OR7T reports his first JT65 QSO on the band, working DL1HWK; Pacific openings were more of the same with VK4YB and VK5FQ reported in Japan and trans-Pacific openings between VK4YB and KL7L continue; Path to JA for K9FD (/KH6) was down
Poor band conditions reported in North America as seasonal QRN and QSB take their toll but a few brief transcontinental openings observed during the evening that failed to yield QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings were down but not out as G0MRF reported by many North American stations and OR7T reports strong WSPR transmissions from W1IR; Nice trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; Openings to Japan for VK5FQ, VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Decent domestic session for North America with plenty of activity and QSO's completed including transcontinental JT9 between W7IUV and WB4JWM; Nice night for trans-Atlantic opening with DC0DX, F1AFJ, G0MRF and GM3YXM reported in North America plus signals from a far West as WA9CGZ reported in England and JT9 from W3TS reported at G0LUJ; K3QNT completes his first reported 630 meter CW QSO with NO3M and others while W9SRW completed his first CW QSO's with N8CGY and W3TS; Trans-Pacific openings between VK4YB and the north central US and KL7L plus reasonable night for JA reports at VK5FQ and VK4YB
Good session with good activity in North America including a few western region stations that contributed to a number of QSO's at near transcontinental distances; Several CW QSO's reported in the northeastern US; Nice night for trans-Atlantic openings including WSPR and JT9 reports from G0MRF and ON7YD of NO3M and W1IR plus a nice load of European WSPR reports for K3MF; Trans-Pacific openings reached from VK into the south central US and Pacific region openings observed between VK3HP, VK5FQ ,VK4YB and KL7L; Decent night for Pacific Rim openings between VK and Japan as well
More of the same as the eastern half of North America excelled at completed QSO's as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return for a reporting period overnight; Some improvement for trans-Atlantic openings including WSPR reports for K3MF, K4SV, K5DNL, W1IR, WB3AVN and KB8U; In the opposite direction, it was reports for DL1HWK, EI0CF, F1AFJ, G0MRF, G6AVK, GM3YXM and PA3ABK; While activity was down a bit, trans-Pacific openings included VK4YB reports as far East as K0KE and KL7L reported VK5FQ and VK4YB; Plentiful reports on the path between VK and JA
Typical night of domestic QSO's for the eastern half of North America; Nice distributions of trans-Atlantic WSPR signals from EI0CF and G0MRF reaching into the Midwest and Florida; K3RWR, KB8U, W1IR, WB2EMS and WB3AVN reported in Europe; On the surface, trans-Pacific openings seemed down a bit but VK4YB reported at W7XU in the north central US and KL7L plus K9FD (/KH6) reported at W1XP; Consistent JA openings continue for VK and KH6 plus 7L1RLL -> K9FD
Average night in North America with lower noise observed but somewhat weaker signals continue; Trans-Atlantic openings lacked the penetration of recent session but still an impressive showing for G0MRF in North America; Four North American eastern stations reported by a multitude of European stations; JA0HXV, W7IUV reported JT9 from VK4YB; Trans-Pacific openings observed between eastern US stations and Oceania; Nice JA reports for VK3HP, VK4YB, K9FD and KL7L
Relatively decent activity for this session in North America but noise and presumably poorer propagation were the reality, resulting in mostly regional QSO's; G0MRF was the big winner with trans-Atlantic reports from North America but KA1R also reported DC0DX, F1AFJ, GM3YXM and LA3EQ; K5DNL, WA3U, W1IR and WB3AVN received reports from numerous stations in Europe and North Africa; Trans-Pacific openings were plentiful including WSPR reports for VK4YB, VK5FQ, VK3HP and K9FD
Domestic openings in North America were mostly regional but a few QSO were completed that were approaching transcontinental distances; Solar wind arrives, seemingly enhancing some trans-Atlantic openings including a few notable European sunrise WSPR report for WB3AVN plus DC0DX, DL3ARM, F1AFJ, G0MRF and ON5TA reported at KA1R; W7XU was the western most trans-Atlantic WSPR report with decodes at EA8BFK; K2BLA reports nice two-way openings to K9FD (/KH6); Improvements for trans-Pacific openings observed including VK4YB -> W0DJK, KL7L and VK3HP -> VE6JY; Plentiful JA reports for VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Slow start to this session but significant improvements observed during the later evening including phone QSO's between K7PO, W7XU and KA7OEI; Plentiful trans-Atlantic openings including G0MRF -> ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA plus a nice mix of European reports for K5DNL and K3MF to name a few; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings remain about the same including reports from VK and KH6 in Japan
Poor session in North America due to big storms and noise but transcontinental JT9 from K9KFR was observed at KA7OEI; K5DNL reported at G0LUJ; Trans-Pacific openings were similar to the previous session with reports from Oceania in VE6 but no further East but nice Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA
Very noisy, and in some cases stormy, session reported in North America but several noise warriors made a night of it, completing a number of regional QSO's plus a few transcontinental surprises; Trans-Atlantic openings including WSPR reports for W7XU at EA8BFK plus G0MRF reports at K3MF; Trans-Pacific openings retreated a bit but were still observed but ZF1EJ was reported at K9FD and numerous JA openings to VK4YB, K9FD and KL7L were observed
It was a mixed session in North America, depending on who you asked, but the highlight was the return to air of ZF1EJ, completing a number of JT9 QSO's and filling a DX void for several; Nice trans-Atlantic openings continue with a receive bonanza at NO3M of DC0DX, DL0HOT, F1AFJ, G0MRF and ON5TA plus K5DNL was the western most station to receive a report from G0MRF; K9KFR's JT9 reported at G0LUJ; Typical night for trans-Pacific openings with VK4YB reported as far East as K8RZ plus normal distribution of JA openings for KH6 and VK and continued success for KL7L as he operates from KL7 and KH6 simultaneously
Good night for regional domestic QSO's that was characterized by high evening noise that improved considerably by morning and decent activity for midweek; Long haul openings were good including trans-Atlantic WSPR reports as far West as K5DNL and JT9 reports of K9KFR at G0LUJ plus a number of reports for DL0HOT, G0MRF and PA3ABK in North America; Trans-Pacific openings reached the eastern US and KL7; JA openings from KH6 and VK4 were typical
Poor start to the session in North America that seemed to improve later in the evening and overnight; Plentiful trans-Atlantic reports for K3MF, W3TS, W7XU, K5DNL and others in North America and G0MRF seen on this side of the pond; Trans-Pacific openings remain healthy with reports of VK4YB into the Midwest and at KL7L's Alaska receiver; Fairly typical night of JA reports for VK and KH6 stations (/KH6)
Elevated geomagnetic activity observed during this session as it was standard fare in the East plus a few stations fighting noise in the West; Another nice night for trans-Atlantic openings including numerous reported WSPR decodes for K3MF, W3TS and others plus reports in North America for EI0CF, G0MRF, DL0HOT and others; Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA resulted in numerous WSPR reports and JA0HXV reported at K9FD (/KH6)
Typical session in North American with elevated noise and deep QSB reported in the eastern region as QSO's were completed on JT9 and CW; Decent trans-Atlantic reports including EI0CF -> ZF1EJ and many others plus JT9 from G0MRF decoded by KA1R; Trans-Pacific openings included VK4YB -> N9LB, N4WLO and others in the eastern region; Pacific region openings included WSPR reports of VK5FQ and VK4YB in Japan and at KL7L plus JA0HXV reported at K9FD (/KH6)
Another unseasonably good session for North America and the eastern half, in particular, including several transcontinental reports observed at W0YSE and a transcontinental JT9 QSO between K7PO and K3MF; Another strong night for trans-Atlantic WSPR openings in the eastern portions of North America and K9KFR, KB8U and W3TS reported on JT9 in Europe; Trans-Pacific openings reach the eastern US as VK4YB receives WSPR reports from KB8U; Early JA reports were down for a second consecutive day; K9FD (/KH6) reported phone signals from the West coast; KL7L/KH6 activity moves to a new QTH
Very good session in North America with nice activity and a number ofJT9 signals reported at G0MRF, G0LUJ and GM0OAS; Good trans-Atlantic WSPR openings including DL0HOT -> ZF1EJ and many reports observed for K3MF and others in Europe; Trans-Pacific openings between Oceania and the central US return following a noisy previous session; Early JA reports were down but JA1PKG decoded at KL7L in Alaska; KL7L/KH6 reports a nice session from Maui including JT9 QSO with K9FD (/KH6); K9FD (/KH6) reports several eastern JT9 stations at his sunset
More of the same for the first full night of Spring as high noise levels and storms take a bite out of North American activity; Trans-Atlantic propagation was good with many reports of K3MF in Europe, K2BLA reports from PA0O and OR7T reports of WA3U and W1IR to name a few; VK4YB reports that the equinox was disappointing likely due to high noise in Oceania and North America; Decent night on Pacific Rim paths with JA reports for VK4YB, VK5FQ and KL7L; KL7L portable operation in KH6 enjoys success as noise continues to impact the region
Challenging evening in North America due to noise and associated storms but long haul propagation continues to shine particularly with WSPR; Pacific storms impacted some operating in that region but the path between JA and VK was typical; Trans-Pacific openings between Oceania and North America were present but penetration only reached as far as VE6 following a number of sessions where openings reached the East coast
Nice propagation and unseasonably high activity levels for mid-March continue as a number of North American JT9 stations are heard in Europe by G0LUJ, GM4OAS and OR7T and G0MRF holds court in the eastern US and into the Midwest; Trans-Atlantic WSPR openings reached into the central US and many eastern stations receive seasonally significant numbers of decodes plus EI0CF reports decodes by 22 North American stations; Very good trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB reaching into Ontario and the US East coast; Nice evening and morning for JA reports of KH6, KL7 and VK stations
Good session and activity reported as noise levels decreased into the overnight and morning; K9TVG completes his first reported QSO with N9RU followed by others; Excellent trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 QSO between G0MRF and K9KFR plus numerous WSPR reports for stations in the eastern region; Pacific Rim openings resulted in nice reports for VK and KL7 and trans-Pacific openings included reports of VK4YB in New England; Respectable night at K9FD (/KH6), with numerous eastern reports including at ZF1EJ; Possibly first time reports of K7PO at ZL2IT as well as earlier evening reports at EB8ARZ; WA3ETD reports that his portable operation to West Virginia is postponed due to site access issues related to pandemic
Another night of good propagation in spite of high noise in North America; KF8MY completes his first JT9 QSO with N8CGY followed by others; Good night for trans-Atlantic openings including G0MRF reports of numerous North American JT9 stations plus his own reports by K3MF/1, KF8MY and VE3CIQ; Strong night for trans-Atlantic WSPR openings in the eastern region into South Florida; Strong night of trans-Pacific openings including KL7L reports in VK, JA and ZL; VK4YB reported in JA and the eastern US; VK5FQ reported at KL7L and in Japan
Decent domestic session for North America with numerous QSO's completed, a few of which were on transcontinental paths; Nice trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 QSO for NO3M and G0MRF and first time WSPR report for AA5IT at LA2XPA; Numerous WSPR reports in Europe for K5DNL and many eastern stations reporting G0MRF and other Europeans on WSPR; Trans-Pacific openings between VK4YB and the eastern US briefly observed and nice Pacific region openings between JA, VK and KH6; KL7L experiences a good night as he tests a minimalist system for a future portable excursion
Good underlying propagation this session that was overshadowed by ongoing unseasonably high noise levels in North America; Nice rebound for trans-Atlantic paths with numerous North American WSPR stations reported in Europe plus JT9 from G0MRF reported at K3MF, KA1R and W1XP and K9KFR at 2E0ILY and G0LUJ; Interesting observations by VK4YB on the trans-Pacific path between his station and W0DJK; Decent openings to JA from KH6 and VK
High noise once again causes a hit to activity in North America but it wasn't a total bust including morning QSO's between KL7L and K9FD (/KH6) ; Trans-Atlantic openings hang on for another day including hopeful early reports of several DL stations at NO3M and a number of other stations plus K9KFR's JT9 reported at G0LUJ; KD0VBR QRV CW overnight, receiving reports from VE6 reverse beacon nodes; Good trans-Pacific propagation including several North American stations reported at ZL2AFP and VK4YB making it to VE6JY; 7L1RLL -> K9FD; JN1HTG -> KL7L
Tough sessions as most reporting stations in North America indicated extremely high noise but propagation was nice for those who fought through it; Decent night for trans-Atlantic openings but down from the previous session; Pacific region openings were typical with nice reports for JA0HXV at KL7L and K9FD; Trans-Pacific openings reached from Oceania to the central US for several stations
Extremely high noise levels reports in North America, impacting activity but a number of QSO's were reported and propagation appeared to be quite good; Excellent night for trans-Atlantic openings with far more stations reported and reporting on both sides of the pond compared to recent sessions; Trans-Pacific propagation was probably far better than the results suggest as North American noise and storms impact listening but VK4YB still reported as far North and East as W0DJK; JA1PKG reported at KL7L and K9FD
Strong sessions continue including a notably good morning for W7IUV, completing transcontinental JT9 QSO's with a number of eastern stations; Good overnight and morning for CW with a number of QSO's and ragchews reported; NY4Q took his maiden voyage during this session, completing his first QSO with K2BLA followed by others; Strong trans-Atlantic openings observed, some reaching as far West as K5DNL in Oklahoma and as far South as N1HO in south Florida; Nice night for trans-Pacific openings including reports of VK4YB in VE3 and other northeastern locations; Pacific region openings resulted in reports from JA stations for VK5FQ, VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Decent activity plus strong transcontinental QSO's including a good night for W7IUV and numerous eastern stations; Another strong night for trans-Atlantic reports on WSPR and JT9; JA0HXV reported by KL7L and a decent night of JA reports for K9FD (/KH6) but JA numbers were down for VK4YB while he was decoded by a number of stations in the eastern US; 73 to K9SLQ (SK); W5EST releases 2019 630 meter yearbook
Excellent propagation and activity during this session as KR7O reports a transcontinental QSO with WA4LM for a new state, but several stations reported pockets of noise across North America that hindered operating at times; Excellent trans-Atlantic openings for many operators on both sides of the pond including G0MRF reported into the south central US on WSPR, CW levels at NO3M and his JT9 reported at K3MF, KA1R, N8CGY and W0ETH plus a strong showing for EA4GHB in North America; K9KFR JT9 transmissions reported at 2E0ILY and G0MRF; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were in good shape including K9FD (/KH6) -> ZF1EJ as well as VK3HP, VK4YB -> KL7L; VK4YB reported as far East as W9; JA openings appeared to be down on paths to and from VK, KH6 and KL7, at least early in the session
Strong session reported in North America with nice QSO totals and transcontinental openings observed plus decreased noise reported by a number of stations; Nice night for CW in the Northeast with a number of stations reporting completed QSO's; EI0CF reports that six North American stations were reported on WSPR and G0MRF reports JT9 transmissions from K9KFR; K3MF reports WSPR transmissions from G0MRF; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were observed with reports of VK4YB at WA3U, K3MF and NO3M, all in the eastern region plus ZF1EJ returns to reporting WSPR, with decodes of K9FD (/KH6); Openings from VK and KH6 to JA were typical; The dreaded (and stupid!) time change occurs overnight so don't forget to change those clocks and either stay up late or get up early for radio in the coming months
Decent activity levels reported in North America as noise in the southeastern US continues to complicate operating for stations in the East; European stations were hearing well as AA1A, K3MF, K3RWR, K5DNL, N1HO, W1IR, W3TS and WA3U make it across the pond while G0MRF was the lone trans-Atlantic WSPR station reported in North America; Pacific region openings included reports of 7L1RLL at KL7L and K9FD plus numerous teports of K9FD and VK4YB in Japan; Trans-Pacific opening reached the eastern US as VK4YB was reported at NO3M and K5DNL was reported by ZL2AFP
Seemingly ''OK'' propagation observed but noise and storms continue to impact a number of stations; Trans-Atlantic openings looked good including strong nights for K3MF, WA3U, K3RWR, W1IR and others but listening was confined to reports for G8HUH and G0MRF with reports as far West as W0ETH in Missouri; Trans-Pacific openings spanned the continental US with reports of VK4YB and NO3M as well as K5DNL and others further West reported by ZL2AFP; Decent night for openings to JA for VK and KH6
Noisy night reported by many stations but propagation found a way and a number of stations completed QSO's including several that were over transcontinental distances; Trans-Atlantic openings improved with KA1R and AA1A and others receiving a number of European signals while K3RWR, WA3U, K3MF, K5DNL and a few others received numerous reports from European stations; Trans-Pacific openings ranged from VK/ZL and the central US and Pacific openings; JA openings to Alaska as KL7L reports JA0HXV; Pacific region openings to JA from VK and KH6 were also present but early reports were down
Horrible Summer-like noise reported across North America but a few stations made a night of it with WSPR reports and JT9 QSO's; KA1R received top billing for Europeans reported in North America during this session while K3RWR experienced a banner night as his WSPR signal was decoded by thirteen stations in Europe and northern Africa; Trans-Atlantic openings extended as far South as K2BLA, receiving WSPR reports from 2E0ILY and as far West as K5DNL, receiving reports from LA2XPA; Trans-Pacific openings from Oceania reached the central US and more VK and ZL stations were reported in North America and KH6
Not a bad night in North America as activity remained pretty high but different band conditions observed compared to recent sessions as many report elevated noise and stormy weather which had an impact on operating; WA4LM completes his first reported QSO with VE3CIQ followed by others; N0LWF completes his first QSO's from N5TM's station with a build-out at his primary Nebraska QTH in mind; Decent and consistent night for trans-Atlantic openings to and from the Northeast plus reports from as far West as the central US; Trans-Pacific openings reached from Oceania to the central US; While not a bad night in the Pacific, overall band conditions were down a bit
Another very active session with high QSO totals reported on CW and JT9 including some transcontinental openings as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return overnight; WA1JAS completes his first reported QSO's with N2VJ, W3TS and NO3M on CW; Trans-Atlantic openings were down from recent sessions but K3MF reported that a few transmissions were decoded in Europe while G0MRF was reported on this side of the pond once again; Trans-Pacific openings favored southerly paths as K2BLA reports VK4YB who was also heard as far North and East as K3MF; K5DNL -> ZL2AFP; Openings between VK, KH6 and JA remain on autopilot with VK4YB, VK5FQ and K9FD receiving numerous reports in Japan; KL7L continues to report VK4YB in spite of more active geomagnetic conditions
Consecutive outstanding sessions in North America continue with nice activity levels and high completed QSO totals plus several observed transcontinental openings that led to QSO's; Several stations reporting initial QSO's and new states for their logs; North and South paths seemed to dominate later in the session, possibly related to more active geomagnetic conditions; Trans-Atlantic openings included reports of K5DNL, KB8U and K3MF by several stations in northern Europe and Africa and G0MRF reported in the central US; KL7L reported aurora during the evening but decoded VK4YB overnight as trans-Pacific paths provide decent performance; Pacific Rim openings between VK5FQ, VK4YB and JA look great and the path between JA and K9FD (/KH6) remains very reliable
Outstanding band conditions and excellent activity levels including a banner night for N1HO with thirteen JT9 QSO's plus transcontinental openings between VE7 and eastern region; Excellent trans-Atlantic conditions including openings to and from G0MRF for many stations including K5DNL in Oklahoma; KA1R and AA1A report several European stations, in some cases well into the interior of the continent; Outstanding trans-Pacific openings continue between VK and the US East coast; JA0HXV reported by KL7L after a brief path hiatus and the path between KL7 and VK4YB remains healthy; JA/VK path remains solid as VK5FQ and VK4YB receive reports in Japan and nice, strong openings in JA for K9FD (/KH6)
Slow start to the session in North America as additional daylight pushes openings later but once the band opened, it was very good including several transcontinental QSO's completed; Trans-Atlantic openings were about average but KA1R has a banner night of European WSPR decodes and K9KFR's JT9 decoded by G0LUJ; Trans-Pacific openings were very good with reports of VK4YB by numerous stations in the eastern region of North America but noise in Oceania limited any possibility of QSO attempts; North American signals as far East as KB8U were reported at ZL2AFP
Overall the band was in full retreat as many stations reported high noise levels and deeper than normally 'deep' QSB; Trans-Atlantic openings were down but WA3U and a few others managed reports in western Europe and European signals were reported as far West as W0ETH in Missouri; Trans-Pacific openings were also down compared to the previous session but VK4YB made it to WA3TTS near Pittsburgh and KL7L near Anchorage through a blizzard and power outages; Typical paths to JA were average early with reports at K9FD and VK4YB
Another good night in North America with higher-latitude transcontinental QSO's completed between VE7SL and WA3ETD / KB8U / WB4JWM / W9JN plus high activity levels even in parts of the Southeast that were experiencing heavy rain; Strong trans-Atlantic openings continue for a number of stations in addition to JT9 reports of K9KFR at G0LUJ; VK4YB reports some of the best trans-Pacific openings since the last equinox including many reports from the eastern region of North America and from several different stations; Nice openings for KR6LA, KR7O and WB7ABP at ZL2AFP; Plentiful openings to JA for K9FD, VK4YB and VK5FQ
Decent activity and reasonable propagation for parts of North America, particularly East of the Rockies in spite of wild swings reported during QSO's but W7IUV reports poor band conditions from the inland Northwest; Trans-Atlantic openings were significantly improved including G0MRF reported in the Midwest plus a banner night for Europeans at KA1R; WA3U and K3MF take top marks for reports in Europe; Trans-Pacific JT9 openings between VK4YB reached as far East as KM5SW; Listening conditions in the southern hemisphere improved as KR6LA and WB7ABP reported at VK4YB and ZL2AFP on WSPR; JH3XCU reported CW QSO with JA1BVA/JD1
Good night for domestic JT9 activity in the eastern half of North America but a deficit of JT9 stations West of the Rockies was observed by a few stations while WSPR offered numerous reports from the West coast overnight; Trans-Atlantic openings were down from the previous session but eastern stations continue to show daily openings on the path; Trans-Pacific openings looked much like the previous session with reports of VK in the central US and nice openings to JA from VK and KH6
Nice evening activity in North America that seemed to be fairly wide spread at times plus transcontinental QSO for K7PO and VE3CIQ on a night of deep, rapid QSB; W9JN reports several daytime signals on JT9 and WSPR; K3MF reports that trans-Atlantic openings were present but down at his station but decent distribution in the eastern region including G0MRF at K9AN in the Midwest plus many nice reports from European stations for WA3U; Decent session for trans-Pacific openings including reports of VK4YB in the central US and at KL7L; Typical night for JA openings at K9FD (/KH6) and VK4YB
Good night on trans-Atlantic paths as G0MRF completes JT9 QSO's with NO3M and K3MF while hearing WA3U and W3TS plus being heard as far West as N9RU in Illinois; AB5S reports his longest CW QSO to date with AI8Z; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions returned for another reporting period, likely adding horsepower to early long-haul openings; Difficult but completed transcontinental JT9 QSO between N1VF and KB8U; Average trans-Pacific openings but N1VF enjoyed WSPR report from ZL2IT; JA openings for K9FD and VK4YB were more consistent than the previous session
Continued good activity over the course of the session in North America but reported QSO totals seem down a bit compared to recent sessions; Excellent band conditions and stability observed in North America this morning; K0WYN completed his first observed JT9 QSO with W0ETH while several others reported calling this morning to no avail; EI0CF reported several eastern US stations overnight while K3RWR, K3MF and others were reported on WSPR at several western European locations; W0YSE concludes an E-probe comparison test; Trans-Pacific signals were typical with reports of VK4YB at KL7L plus the north central US; JA openings to K9FD and VK4YB were down a bit
Unsettled conditions transition to G1 storm levels overnight but evening QSO totals and activity remain very good including transcontinental JT9 QSO's for W7IUV and KR7O with K9KFR and N9LB, respectively; Good morning for CW QSO's with relatively stable domestic band conditions and generally low noise; EI0CF reported by K3RWR, KA1R and N3FL on WSPR in spite of active geomagnetic conditions; Several North America stations reported in Europe and Africa; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings reached the central US and Midwest and VK4YB reports that his reports expand eastward; K9FD (/KH6) continues to receive reports from the East coast of North America; JA1PKG reported by K9FD
Unsettled conditions make a surprise visit but no obvious impact to QSO's totals or activity was observed in North America as KM5SW decoded 37 JT9 stations during this session; G0MRF reports a few trans-Atlantic JT9 transmissions from NO3M and EI0CF, F1AFJ, LA2AV, F6GEX, 2E0ILY and SWRUKSDR reported a few eastern North American stations; KR7O's JT9-2 reported by KL7L; Trans-Pacific openings looked typical with VK4YB reported in Japan, at KL7L plus the central US; WSPRNet remains fragile but appears to be recovering as WSPR reporting decreases over recent sessions due to problems
Good activity levels continue for QSO modes with solid regional openings and a number of decent transcontinental openings including WB4JWM's JT9 reported at W7IUV's receiver during the evening but usual QSB was a major player; Decent morning activity on JT9 and CW; Another WSPRnet outage during the evening, overnight and this morning
Excellent session in North America with great propagation and some of the highest activity in the 2020 calendar year thus far; Very good night for trans-Atlantic openings from northeastern stations including numerous reports for K3MF, who reached into the European continental interior; Pretty good session for trans-Pacific openings with VK4YB reported as far East as K3MF plus several stations in the central US; Pacific region openings were average but K9FD (/KH6) reported in New England at KA1R
Decent activity in North America with low noise reported by a number of stations resulting in mostly regional QSO's but a few were transcontinental including one on JT9 between N8IVE and VE7SL in daylight on the western end of the path; K3MF reports a nice night of trans-Atlantic WSPR openings; NC0B returns to air after a long hiatus, reporting JT9 signals from VK4YB but the path was non-reciprocal in spite of lower noise in Oceania; Trans-Pacific openings observed between Oceania and the central US; JA openings were decent including 7L1RLL reported at KL7L and K9FD
''New blood'' brings activity and last night was no exception in North America as N3HSK took his maiden voyage, completing his first reported QSO's with WA3U and several others; WSPRnet was down during the evening, overnight and this morning so limited WSPR details are available
Relatively average night in North America where most of the completed QSO's favored northerly and southerly paths; Trans-Atlantic paths were down, limited mostly to the Northeast but JT9 from K9KFR in Indiana was reported at GM0OAS showing a nice opening into the interior of the continent; Pacific openings were relatively typical but early JA reports seemed down compared to the previous session; VK5FQ enjoys her longest reported trans-Pacific WSPR decodes under amateur radio rules from WB7ABP
Activity was down a bit in North America, possibly due to high noise and continued storms in the southern US, but QSO totals suggest that domestic propagation was OK for those who could hear; Trans-Atlantic openings favored paths to EA8 but a few northern European openings were observed in the East; Trans-Pacific openings observed between VK and the central US; Pacific region openings were healthy between JA and VK4YB, VK5FQ and K9FD (/KH6) plus JA1PKG reported by K9FD (/KH6) and KL7L
A mostly average session in North America in spite of high noise and QSB as well as slightly lower activity from storms in a number of areas; A few eastern stations took advantage of trans-Atlantic openings while EB8ARZ and F1AFJ made a showing in the US; JA openings to VK4YB, KL7L and K9FD (/KH6) were in good shape; Trans-Pacific openings from Oceania to North America briefly reached the central US but VK4YB reports that the path seemed down compared to previous session
Noise impacted parts of the South, both in activity and listening but it was pretty good for regional QSO's and some transcontinental WSPR reports; Trans-Atlantic openings took a step back as storm system ''Ciara'' impacts western Europe but GM4OAS reported WSPR transmissions from K3MF, W3TS plus others; Pacific region openings continue to present reports for KL7L in JA, KH6, ZL and the West coast; Trans-Pacific openings bridged the gap between VK4YB and K3MF; Nice JA openings for K9FD (/KH6)
Another very good session for much of North America including a very good night for CW and many JT9 QSO's completed including a few on transcontinental paths; Trans-Atlantic paths including numerous reports of North American JT9 stations at G0MRF plus WSPR reports into Europe and North Africa for K3MF, KB8U and K5DNL; Trans-Pacific openings reached into New England with reports of W1IR in Vermont at ZL2AFP plus numerous other eastern and central region stations reported in Oceania; Strong night in the Pacific region including many JA openings for KL7L, VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6); Nice long opening for K4BYN in North Carolina at K9FD (/KH6) this morning
Good session for much of North America as noise returned to seasonally low levels and activity was high but lengthening days means that western region openings are solidifying later; Trans-Atlantic openings resulted in several JT9 signals reported at G0MRF and a strong night of WSPR openings for several US stations into western Europe and northern Africa; Trans-Pacific openings extended between ZL2AFP and WB3AVN in Maryland plus several others in the eastern and central regions of the US; JA0HXV and JA3TVF reported at K9FD (/KH6) and the path between JA and KH6 / VK remains solid
Storms remain on the move in the southeastern US as noise begins to abate from West to East, allowing transcontinental QSO's between N1VF and K9KFR to name a few; Trans-Atlantic paths saw the return of long-haul JT9 QSO's including one between NO3M and G0MRF after a bit of a dry spell; Openings to North Africa reported for K5DNL, KB8U and W7XU; Active geomagnetic conditions may have enhanced trans-Pacific openings this morning with numerous reports of North American stations, some of which were located in the central US, in Oceania; Pacific region openings were generally strong but active geomagnetic conditions tempered reporting from high latitude stations like KL7L
NOISE overwhelmed much of North America from storms in the southeastern US but underlying propagation seemed pretty good and the spoils go to those who could ''tough it out''; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return but did not seem to hurt much; Trans-Atlantic openings resulted in reports along the East coast for G0MRF plus openings extending as far West as W7XU into northern Europe; Trans-Pacific openings ranged between KB8U and VK4YB and points in between plus W7XU was reported at ZL2AFP; JA0HXV and JA3TVF reported at K9FD (/KH6) in addition to other typical openings between JA and KH6/VK
Good night for domestic openings in North America including transcontinental JT9 QSO's for KA7OEI, WB4JWM, N8CGY, N1VF and N9LB to name a few; Trans-Atlantic openings that support JT9 signals continue to rebound including G0MRF reported by NO3M, KB8U reported at G0MRF and several stations hearing F5WK plus several WSPR reports for K3MF; Trans-Pacific paths were very good, including openings between VK4YB and the eastern US plus KB8U reports at ZL2AFP; Pacific region openings were solid including Pacific Rim paths between VK and JA plus nominal K9FD (/KH6) reports in JA
Challenging propagation observed in North America during the evening and this morning as many paths that are typically easy were very unstable; G0MRF made a showing in North America while K3MF and KB8U reported numerous openings to Europe and N1HO in South Florida received nice QRP reports from LA2XPA; Trans-Pacific openings spread East with decodes of VK4YB in the eastern portions of North America; Nice Pacific region openings including numerous Pacific Rim openings for KL7L in JA plus openings that spread into the 'lower-48'
The 'big game' had an impact on activity but a number of QSO's were completed in spite of weaker overall domestic propagation; Trans-Atlantic openings observed in the eastern region into the central US including a single report of G0MRF at K5DNL; The pattern continues for trans-Pacific openings with VK4YB reported in the central US; Pacific openings favored the path between JA and KH6 over the Pacific Rim
Much better night in North America with decreased noise reported for many stations and significantly improved activity with many QSO's completed on CW and JT9; Improvement in Trans-Atlantic conditions with openings reported for K3MF and K5DNL plus G0MRF reported on the East coast; Similar session to the previous in the Pacific with JA stations reported in KL7 and KH6, in some cases on reciprocal paths; Trans-Pacific openings continue to stretch between VK and inland stations in the central US like KM5SW and W0DJK
Good propagation reported across North America but noise conditions sounded like Summer, which impacted listening and subsequently QSO's for many; Trans-Atlantic openings remain largely unchanged but W7XU received reports from EA8BFK; Very strong Pacific session with JA's reported in KL7 and KH6 and nice Pacific Rim openings between KL7, JA and VK; Trans-Pacific openings between Oceania and the central US were also observed and openings between KH6 and the East coast were common
Slow start to band openings in North America but considerable improvements were enjoyed by late evening; A few more SlowJT9 signals reported on the band; Trans-Atlantic openings were down considerably as unsettled geomagnetic conditions offer no help; Trans-Pacific openings from Oceania reach the eastern US and many easy openings observed between KH6 and the East coast; JA0HXV -> K9FD
Band activity rebounded in a big way with numerous transcontinental openings that resulted in QSO's including many for W7IUV; Good propagation observed in North America but QSB meant a wild ride was had by all; Trans-Atlantic opening included reports for W7XU at EI0CF, several reports for K3MF plus G0MRF reported in the eastern US; Trans-Pacific openings included VK4YB reaching the Midwest plus a cluster of station in North Texas; Openings to JA from KH6 and VK were typical and K9FD reported along the East coast
Generally good propagation but a very slow night in North America with high noise reported over a wide area and weather continues to impact a number of stations; Nice trans-Atlantic openings reported by K3MF into the eastern regions of Europe and Africa; Trans-Pacific openings included reports for ZL2IT at KPH, VK4YB in the central US and numerous East coast stations observed in KH6; Pacific Rim paths rebound with numerous JA reports of VK4YB
Another night of quiet band conditions reported for much of the evening with pockets of noise in the West but decent night for QSO's including transcontinental paths; Trans-Atlantic QSO's remain cut off but numerous WSPR reports observed in North America; Pacific paths were average but North / South path between K9FD and SWLKQ40LS in Norway remains open; JA0HXV reported at K9FD as path between KH6 and JA proved better than Pacific Rim openings
Not a bad night for QSB warriors in North America as quiet band conditions continue and a bit of patience seemed to fill logs with regional QSO's and a few further afield; Trans-Atlantic WSPR reports were slightly improved with openings to Europe and North Africa reaching into the central US; Pacific openings included high latitude paths to SWLKQ40LS in Norway for KL7L and K9FD; The path to JA from KL7L was healthy and similar openings were observed for VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Slow start to the session in North America but seemed to get underway later in the evening with numerous JT9 and CW QSO's completed plus transcontinental WSPR reports; Trans-Atlantic openings seemed down but W7XU reported G0MRF; KL7L returned to air with a strong night of ''lower-48'', trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings to VK, ZL and JA; Openings between VK and the North America stretched into the north central US; KW7Y reported at noisy VK4YB as Summer rages on in the southern hemisphere
Activity took a dip in North America but several transcontinental openings were observed, mostly by western stations, and a few transcontinental QSO's were completed on a session that continues to see a pattern of more North and South openings; Trans-Atlantic openings included G0MRF, K5DNL, K3MF and AA1A reports to name just a few; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings were average but ANZAC day in Australia resulted in a bit more activity that resulted in a few additional Pacific Rim reports between VK and JA
Nice jump in activity in North America after a few slow nights with dominant North and South paths and early deep QSB; Trans-Atlantic openings were generally limited to the eastern half of North America but reached as far South as Florida; W9JN completes his first reported QSO's with N8CGY and several others; Trans-Pacific openings were average with reports from Oceania reaching the western portions of North America but K9FD reported on the East coast
Slow session in North America with high noise reported in the East but a number of regional domestic QSO's were completed in the eastern half of the continent; W8RKO completed his first reported QSO's on the band with WB4JWM, WA3ETD and NV4X; Trans-Atlantic openings were slightly improved with G0MRF and EI0CF leading the charge in Europe and W1IR in the US; Pacific Rim openings extended to Alaska with JA0HXV receiving reports from KL7L and several JA reports for VK4YB; ZL2IT -> KPH, K9FD
Another average night for domestic openings in North America which favored North and South openings plus a shake-down of WA3ETD's portable station for upcoming West Virginia operation; While some trans-Atlantic numbers suggest that openings were poor, overall decodes on JT9 and WSPR were reasonable for a night of elevated geomagnetic activity; Trans-Pacific openings were typical with a few standouts including KB8U -> ZL2AFP; Pacific Rim opening between VK and JA were numerous
Average, low-impact session for North America with plenty of domestic QSO's completed, a few of which were on transcontinental paths; Many stations reported a strong night for trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 transmissions from NO3M and WA3ETD seen at G0MRF; Nice trans-Pacific openings into the central US including reports for VK4YB at K0KE and K5DNL plus AA5IT and K5DNL at ZL2AFP; Openings to JA were fairly typical; W5EST presents: ''630m Blog Includes Synoptic Weather Information''
The trans-Atlantic roller coaster ride continues as a number of stations on both sides of the pond see nice increases in reporting compared to recent sessions, including ON7YD and G0MRF; Activity favored the eastern half of North America with many QSO's completed but K7PO, N1VF and WD4PLI made a night of it in the western US; More of the same in the Pacific with trans-Pacific paths limited between Oceania and western North America; Another good night for JA openings between KH6 and VK
Trans-Atlantic openings were mostly one-way, possibly due to stations that were QRT for a blizzard in the North and Northeast of the US but domestically, AG6EE operated portably in rural DM09XG and provided new states and grids for a few stations in North America; Domestic activity was decent and QSO's completed were probably near average; More of the same in the Pacific region with numerous Pacific Rim openings between JA and VK plus JA and KH6; Trans-Pacific openings reached the western regions but K9FD (/KH6) indicated numerous openings to New England
Band shows signs of life after a week of relatively poor propagation and overall band conditions in North America and an uptick in trans-Atlantic openings for QSO modes was also noted by a number of stations; EI0CF reports very late WSPR openings to VE9GJ; AG6EE reports likely activation of DM09XG in rural Nevada SATURDAY NIGHT for those seeking a new grid or state; Slight improvements in the Pacific and on trans-Pacific paths plus JA0HXV reported at K9FD (/KH6)
Mission accomplished as historic CW and JT9 QSO's completed between K9FD (/KH6) and KL7L/KH6's portable operation; More of the same on the mainland as QSO's are completed and even some transcontinental openings were observed but something still isn't quite right with propagation; A few trans-Atlantic reports trickle in, including decodes of signals originating in the central US plus the usual suspects in the eastern regions and EI0CF makes a good showing in North America; W0YSE receives reports of his QRP transcontinental JT9 from NO3M; Trans-Pacific openings look OK on paper but high noise is really beginning to impact Oceania on a consistent basis but W7XU received reports from ZL2AFP so not all doom and gloom; JA stations are hearing well, reporting VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Depressed evening band conditions reported in some areas of North America but overnight transcontinental and trans-Atlantic openings observed by several stations; KL7L/KH6 overcomes a few challenges to successfully operate from his temporary accommodations on Kauai - who will work him first?; Parts of Oceania dealing with high noise levels but some trans-Pacific openings reached the central US and into New England; FR5DH reported WSPR transmissions from four European stations
Decent activity and plenty of regional QSO's completed in North America as North / South paths continue to offer the best results; FR5DH reports WSPR transmissions from IW4DXW and DL7NN; Trans-Pacific openings reached the central US but WSPRnet problems reduced the available data set; Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA remain fairly strong
Slow, quieter session reported by several stations in North America and mixed results on trans-Atlantic paths where one-way openings dominated; Relatively average night in the Pacific
Big improvements for domestic propagation if you don't count the QSB and some trans-Atlantic paths come back to life including numerous reports of K3MF in Europe while some others remain dormant; Noise remains a problem for many eastern stations in North America; FR5DH reports three European stations; Better night on trans-Pacific paths with opening in Oceania extending to the central US and KL7; Pacific Rim paths also show improvements over previous session; KL7L/KH6 exploring receiving and transmitting possibilities
Slight improvements for North America but storms and storm noise continued to be a problem which impacted activity; Underlying domestic propagation may have been OK in some cases, however; Trans-Atlantic openings were down and very selective but NO3M's JT9 was reported by ON7YD and W7XU's WSPR was reported at LA2XPA and F6GEX; Decent openings between FR5DH and Europe; Pacific openings were mostly just average while trans-Pacific openings generally stopped in the western portions of North America although W7XU enjoyed reports from ZL2AFP
Another very poor session in North America resulting from strong storms in the central US and subsequent low activity due to high noise; A number of operators made the best of what propagation was available, however; Trans-Atlantic propagation was down considerably; Trans-Pacific openings were probably average at best but Pacific Rim openings between VK4YB and JA were quite strong this morning
Not a very good session anywhere in spite of afternoon openings in North America that looked similar to the previous session; More active geomagnetic conditions and terrestrial weather resulted in relatively poor propagation and high noise during the evening and overnight;Upcoming portable operation to West Virginia announced by WA3ETD
Daylight transcontinental openings observed and early daylight QSO's centered on W7XU that seemed to drive good evening domestic activity; Strong trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 QSO between KB8U and G0MRF that was observed by ON7YD plus G0MRF -> KM5SW in New Mexico and European reports push K5DNL to yet another WSPR record for his station; ZF1EJ reported five European stations; Nice trans-Pacific openings that resulted in a JT9 QSO between K7PO and VK4YB in spite of high noise in Oceania; Trans-Pacific WSPR openings reached the eastern US
Trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO's continue with N9LB and K9OMA completing with G0MRF and NO3M with G3KEV; Nice night for trans-Atlantic WSPR openings including another record night at K5DNL and a banner session for ZF1EJ with reports of DL7NN, DL4DCL, F1AFJ, K9FD, G1GKN, G3KEV and G0MRF; LU1DOW reported in North America; Mostly standard fare in and around the Pacific plus trans-Pacific opening that spanned from Oceania into the central US
NO3M completed a JT9 QSO with F1AFJ for his 13th DXCC entity on the band and first reported US/France QSO; Domestic activity in North America was reported to be down but plenty of JT9, CW and phone QSO's were observed in spite of typical QSB; Long haul overland WSPR report for G3KEV at UA0051SWL in Asiatic Russia; West coast of North America reported in Europe with WSPR decodes of KR7O at LA2XPA; Pacific Rim openings included plenty of reports for VK4YB in Japan and trans-Pacific openings reached into the central US; Strong night of JA activity as elusive JA/VK JT9 QSO's are chased; Record number of reports at K5DNL
Very strong night for trans-Atlantic openings that led to JT9 QSO's between G0MRF and five North American stations including WA3ETD, K9KFR, K9SLQ, K5DNL and K9MRI; Some transcontinental JT9 QSO's observed during the mid-evening including one between VE7SL and WA3ETD; Record and near record sessions for KM5SW and K5DNL while reporting WSPR; Strong morning for CW in spite of deep, "light switch" QSB; Pacific openings were variable with a few strong reports of North American stations at ZL2AFP and a significant number of JA reports for VK4YB
Very unstable band conditions observed in North America following a geomagnetic disturbance but many QSO's were completed, mostly in the eastern region; Trans-Atlantic opening were very good including but not limited to several report for N1HO, K5DNL and AA5IT plus a JT9-2 QSO between G0MRF and K3MF; LU1DOW received twelve reports from North America; Reasonable night for Pacific region openings, including WSPR reports for JH3XCU at KL7L and K9FD (/KH6) and numerous Pacific Rim openings for VK4YB in Japan; Trans-Pacific openings reached the eastern US following several sessions with limited penetration into the North American mainland
A more challenging night for North American domestic QSO's for some stations compared to typical sessions but several operators, including VE3CIQ, K3MF, N1VS and NO3M, completed trans-Atlantic QSO's using JT9 and SlowJT9 on paths that seemed pretty good, albeit unstable; Strong night for trans-Atlantic WSPR reports with many signals reaching into the central US including K5DNL who received reports from EI0CF, G0LUJ, SWUKSDR, EA8/DF4UE, EA8BFK and GM3XYM plus W7XU receiving reports from EA8/DF4UE, EA1IOW, F6GEX, F1AFJ, G0MRF, G0LUJ and GM3YXM; Banner night for EI0CF on WSPR; FR5DH reports four European WSPR stations on Reunion Island; Trans-Pacific JT9 QSO for VK4YB and KL7L this morning plus decent openings to JA for K9FD (/ KH6) and VK4YB; W0YSE reported nice night for SlowJT9 activity and a bit of JS8CALL in the western regions; WB2EMS completed his first reported QSO using JT9 with KB8U
Remarkable night for G0MRF including first-time reports in Japan at JA3TVF and JE6JFL and overall WSPR results that looked more like 20 meters at solar max but trans-Atlantic QSO's were tougher to achieve; Very good trans-Atlantic openings overall including many reports in the central and western portions of North America including some first time reports; N2VJ completes his first QSO using CW with NO3M; Big night for KL7L who received numerous reports from JA stations; K9FD reported perhaps his best session from KH6 with several reports extending into Europe; Trans-Pacific openings were average but still quite good including W7XU -> ZL2AFP; This was one of those big nights that we dream about during the North American Summer
Overnight vigil in North America for G0MRF as at least seven stations seek a JT9 QSO but only one was victorious as QSB and otherwise stingy propagation intervene; Average night for domestic openings but N1HO added a state to his log from the south Florida QTH; LU1DOW returns to air, receiving reports across North America; FR5DH reports two European stations; Trans-Pacific paths were better but noise in Oceania meant most were one-way openings; A few key Pacific stations were QRT so a complete picture of the region was unavailable
Very strong activity in North America on JT9 and CW for New Year's eve although weak and unstable propagation marred the early evening, improving considerably by mid-evening; N9LB completed his first QSO using JT9 with N8CGY and followed with 25 more before the night was over; Trans-Atlantic openings were widespread and short-lived, reaching well into the interior of North America; AG6EE closes out his portable operation in Nevada with another night of plentiful QSO's; Two reports for SV8CS at FR5DH on Reunion Island; ZL2AFP reported trans-Pacific WSPR from K9FD, W7XU, K5DNL, KR7O and W1CK; K9FD (/KH6) openings extended into New England; JA openings were seasonably typical including reports for VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6)
Another night of huge activity in North America but some East / West openings were tough with long duration QSB and reports of the "diode effect"; AG6EE portable operation in Nevada continues tonight (final night!) after giving needed QSO's to a number of stations; Trans-Atlantic openings included numerous reports for N1HO, W7XU, K3MF and K5DNL in Europe to name just a few and a JT9 QSO between NO3M and G0MRF that was heard by ON7YD; FR5DH reports three European stations; VK4YB reports good propagation in the Pacific in spite of high QSB but reports extended into the central US; Openings between KH6 / VK and Japan were plentiful and JA0HXV receives reports from K9FD (/KH6)
Good domestic activity in North America as the feeding frenzy commenced following AG6EE's first QSO on 630 meters from Nevada with KM5SW using JT9; Trans-Atlantic openings seemed down a bit but a few were reported including openings into the central US and Caribbean; Average Pacific region openings but Pacific Rim paths between VK and JA were solid and the path between JA and KH6 was also good; Trans-Pacific openings reached the central US
Very strong trans-Atlantic session including numerous JT9 QSO's between G0MRF and WA3ETD, W3TS, N8IVE and K2BLA; FR5DH on Reunion island reported four European stations as the path roars back to life; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were typical with openings between Oceania and the central US
Nice activity levels which led to many QSO's in North America but poor band conditions were reported during transcontinental QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings were different compared to recent sessions but those playing the long game observed several openings overnight; FR5DH decoded a few WSPR transmissions from DL7NN and G3KEV; Pacific region activity levels were improved compared to the previous session but many openings were probably average including openings to JA from VK4YB and K9FD; A few bright spots observed on trans-Pacific paths, including VK4YB -> KA7OEI -> ZL2AFP; More polar openings for K9FD (/KH6) in Norway
Strong night for trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO's and WSPR reports in North America and the Caribbean; JS8CALL activity resulted in at least one QSO and a few ''check in's''; Reasonably good night for CW QSO's in the eastern half of North America including a few stations not heard recently; G0MRF reports long WSPR reception of his signal by UA0051SWL some 6000 km over land; DL7NN reported at FR5DH on Reunion Island; More of the same in the Pacific region with quality openings observed between VK, JA, ZL, KH6 and the western portions of the North American mainland
Decent early evening activity for a Christmas night in the East that seemed to lessen further to the West as the evening progressed; Trans-Atlantic openings reached into the central US including WSPR reports for K5DNL and a JT9 QSO between NO3M and G0MRF; AA5IT and WB4JWM reported strong WSPR session at low EIRP; Pacific openings were very similar to the previous session with numerous JA openings to KL7, KH6 and VK observed plus polar openings to SWLKQ40LS in Norway for KL7L and K9FD
Surprisingly high activity including a Christmas greeting from K3MF; Nice trans-Atlantic openings reported including many reports of G0MRF and EI0CF in North America and AA1A, K9FD, KL7L enjoy polar openings to SWLKQ40LS in Norway plus KL7L, K3MF -> LA2XPA; Nice Pacific region and trans-Pacific openings including strong JA openings for KL7L, VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6) as well as openings between Hawaii and Caribbean
Excellent session with first trans-Atlantic QSO's of Winter for G0MRF, VE1YY, K3MF and WA3U; N1HO enjoyed another very strong night from South Florida against all odds with QSO's spanning into New England; JS8CALL finds utility with a number of stations in North America; Stormy night in eastern Australia but the path to North America remained somewhat in tact; Pacific Rim paths between VK, JA and KL7 remain open but looks like WSPR reports only for this session; K9FD achieves strong signals into Norway once again
Another very good night that looked similar to the previous session with many nice transcontinental openings and a numerous strong trans-Atlantic openings that reached the interior of North America and Caribbean; Pacific region openings included nice reports of JA0HXV at KL7L and K9FD plus JA3TVF at K9FD; Nice Pacific RIM opening to JA for VK4YB and VK5FQ; Trans-Pacific openings reached into the central US and Midwest; K9FD and KL7L receive reports from SWLKQ40LS in Norway
One of the stronger sessions of this season with many transcontinental QSO's reports for W7IUV on JT9 and CW and WB4JWM reporting more 4W TPO transcontinental WSPR reports as he continues to evaluate a new amplifier; Strong night of trans-Atlantic openings including reports for AA1A, K3MF, K5DNL, WA3U, W3TS, N1DAY, N1HO and WA3ETD to name a few; Openings to KL7L from the 'lower-48' and JA were plentiful this morning; Pacific region openings were down a bit compared to recent sessions but JA paths from VK, KL7 and KJ6 remain open and K9FD (/KH6) took advantage of openings to SWLKQ40LS once again
Average domestic session for North America but WB4JWM reports good transcontinental results with a new 4 watt TPO amplifier; Good trans-Atlantic conditions observed including JT9 reports of EB8ARZ but brief operating periods meant that a QSO was going to be tough; K3MF reported by numerous European WSPR stations including some in the interior of the continent; High JT9-2 activity including efforts by K9FD (/KH6) to get the SlowJT9 software working properly; Good Pacific openings including JA0HXV -> KL7L and VK4YB reports very early trans-Pacific WSPR decodes by NO3M; K9FD (/KH6) reported by ZF1EJ and SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Relatively casual session reported in North America with lower activity but still a number of QSO's completed and long haul paths enjoyed between QSB troughs; Trans-Atlantic openings included reports reaching the interior of Europe and more brief JT9 from EB8ARZ; Some SlowJT9 reported but like other activity, those numbers were also down; Pacific region openings were hot including another nice showing for VK, JA, ZL, KL7 and KH6; Reasonable trans-Pacific signal penetration into the interior of North America and K9FD (/KH6) continues to enjoy openings to SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Excellent start to the session with a number of early afternoon reports and QSO's of reasonable distance in North America just in time for the return of unsettled geomagnetic conditions which seemed to bring weaker signals and more QSB after dark; Early trans-Atlantic reports included JT9 and WSPR from EB8ARZ but G0MRF reports antenna problems at the remote site due to wind; Trans-Pacific paths looked good with VK openings extending into the eastern US and central US stations received reports in VK and ZL; VK and KH6 reports in JA were plentiful and K9FD/KH6 continues to receive reports from SWLKQ40LS in Norway; Ongoing SlowJT9 and WSQCall activity in the western US
Propagation was pretty good including numerous high latitude openings like K3MF -> KL7L and a JT9 QSO between NO3M and KL7L but unseasonably high noise continues to plague parts of North America; K5DNL reported a strong night on trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths; N1HO received another nice surprise with reports at LA2XPA; Pacific openings included reports for JA3TVF at K9FD (/KH6) plus many Pacific Rim openings between JA, VK and KL7; Trans-Pacific openings reached into the central and eastern portions of North America; W0YSE enjoyed a session of WSQCall with KM5SW and VE7VV; ON7YD reports a SlowJT9 update
In spite of a few hopeful daylight QSO's it was mostly a dreadful night of noise and deep QSB for many in the eastern half of North America while at least one western station somehow found QSO's with stations in the noisy East; Trans-Atlantic openings appear to have largely been limited to New England but a few openings, including very high latitude paths, slipped into the central US; Very strong session in the Pacific region including VK4YB, K9FD, KL7L and probably others reported in Norway plus trans-Atlantic paths extending from Oceania to the eastern US; Very strong session for JA's around the Pacific region; G0MRF, DL7NN -> FR5DH; W5EST presents: ''What Can 430m Tell Us About Daytime 630m?’''
N1HO enjoyed a banner night from his Miami station with reports from LA2XPA and K9FD (/KH6); K2BLA, KB8U and K3MF reported JT9 from G0MRF but the path was not reciprocal at the time; K3MF reports a second consecutive night of strong trans-Atlantic openings on WSPR; AA5IT reported a 900 mW TPO QSO with W7XU in South Dakota; Trans-Pacific openings were down a bit, as VK4YB reached as far East as VE6 this time but JA -> KH6 openings were enhanced and K9FD (/KH6) reported at SWLKQ40LS in Norway; Some 'diode effect' observed during morning Slow JT9 activity between W0YSE and KM5SW
Several stations reported improvements in band conditions but unseasonably high noise coupled with deep, fast QSB, continued in some areas and made some typical paths difficult; Strong but brief trans-Atlantic openings for K3MF with numerous European stations reporting his signal, a few of which were reciprocal paths; Long trans-Pacific openings reported for W3SZ at ZL2AFP plus others in Oceania and into the eastern US; A banner night for KL7L with polar openings to Norway and many Pacific Rim openings to Japan; Strong showing for JA stations including JA3TVF -> K9FD (/KH6); Nice distribution of SlowJT9 reported
Another night of unseasonably high noise in North America as some paths opened slowly and seemed to favor longer distances; AA5IT completed a two watt TPO transcontinental JT9 QSO with K7PO; Trans-Atlantic paths were strong, including eight European stations reporting K5DNL, G0MRF reported in the central US and a good showing for K3MF at high latitudes; N8CGY completes an initial JT9-5 QSO with K3MF; KL7L and K9FD enjoy openings to SWLKQ40LS in Norway; Nice Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA while the path between KH6 and JA was down
Tough session in North America with unseasonably high noise and deep QSB swings which together made for difficult operating; Like the previous session, the band seemed long at times and some regional paths were actually more difficult; Trans-Atlantic paths remain open, even from the central US and some one-way openings were observed on JT9; W3SZ reported at KL7L on a challenging path from the eastern US; KL7L and K9FD (/KH6) reported at SWLKQ40LS in Norway; VK4YB, K9FD and KL7L find numerous openings to Japan; DL7NN -> FR5DH
Band was labeled 'poor' for domestic openings, many in the same region, but longer openings appeared to excel; G0MRF and others continue to be reported in the core of North America while K5DNL was reported at G0LUJ; High latitude paths were open as LA2XPA reported several North American stations while SWLKQ40LS, also in Norway, reported VK4YB and K9FD; SlowJT9 update available and 'THOR Micro' put through its paces by several western stations; K9FD, VK4YB, G0MRF -> ZF1EJ; ZL2AFP -> KA7OEI, KR7O, K9FD.
Domestic propagation seemed OK but activity levels slumped a bit and noise levels were elevated, particularly this morning; Trans-Atlantic openings for G0MRF reached K0KE near Denver and others like EI0CF made strong showings in North America; Many parts of the Pacific region experienced storms and associated noise but K9FD (/KH6) reported by SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Very strong session in North America with afternoon QSO's completed over considerable distances including a JT9 QSO between W7XU and KM5SW; K6FOD completes his first reported QSO with KQ6RS; Strong trans-Atlantic session including G0MRF reports in the central US and numerous crossings for K5DNL; DL7NN, G0MRF -> ZL1EJ; IW4DXW, DL7NN -> FR5DH; Storms complicated operating in VK but openings to KL7, KH6, JA and the East coast of North America were observed by numerous stations; JA0HXV -> K9FD; Many reporting ongoing WSPRnet access and query problems
Decent session for North America on the heels of a contest weekend including early JT9 openings for EB8ARZ in the eastern US and nice penetration of G0MRF's signal into the central US; N1HO reported his first QSO of the season from his Florida QTH; JS8Call activity continues at W0YSE plus a few JT9-5 transmissions reported from N8CGY; CW-level openings observed for the eastern half of North America allowing numerous CW QSO's to be completed plus at least one reported West coast QSO attempt; Trans-Pacific openings reached into the central US and Pacific region / Pacific Rim were typical including most reporting permutations for JA, KL7, KH6, VK and ZL; WSPRnet continues to drop reports, some of which are high value - check your logs carefully!
Band did not open early in North America but once it did, a very good session was reported by most stations including several initial and needed state QSO's plus long duration transcontinental openings; KL7L and NO3M complete another JT9 QSO overnight; Trans-Atlantic paths were numerous for JT9 and WSPR including G0MRF reports in the central US and a nice showing from EA4 and EA8 early in the evening; The path between FR5DH on Reunion Island and Europe returns; Nice receiving conditions at ZF1EJ, reporting transmissions from G0MRF, VK4YB and K9FD; JS8Call activity continues to show growth including a few intermittent transcontinental reports; Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA were decent and trans-Pacific openings included reports between VK and KL7 plus VK, the Caribbean and the eastern US; Solid night in KH6 as K9FD reports stations in New England; W5EST presents: ''What Scientists Say about a Dynamic E-Region''
Relatively average night in North America but a couple of stations walked away with new states or initial QSO's completed; Trans-Atlantic openings spread into the central US as K5DNL makes the trip to GM4OAS and LA2XPA; EI0CF and G0MRF reported on this side of the pond as well; W0YSE and KM5SW QRV with JS8CALL; Pacific paths were plagued by noise but Pacific Rim openings yielded numerous reports for VK4YB in JA plus JA0HXV at KL7L; K9FD (/KH6) experienced a decent night as his signal was reported in eastern North America, Caribbean and Japan
Wild ride as QSB was out in force in North America but many big signals observed and QSO's completed on CW and JT9 as operators looked for big peaks in propagation; Reported trans-Atlantic openings were mostly unremarkable but G0MRF reported at ZF1EJ plus he received rare polar WSPR report from KL7L; W0YSE, VE7BDQ, VA7JX and KM5SW, make a night of it with JS8Call; Some 'SlowJT9' activity at KR7O and KM5SW; Numerous long trans-Pacific openings were noted including VK -> East coast of North America but Pacific region openings were down considerably; VK -> JA openings were typical, however; W5EST presents: ''Tale of Two Daytime Strong Enhancements on 630m, Dec. 3''
Which had the biggest impact: depressed propagation or midweek slump? Not a great session in North America but a few of the usual suspect slugged it out and completed QSO's; VK4YB indicates overall poor trans-Pacific openings in spite of a few reports from the eastern US and Caribbean but Pacific Rim openings to and from JA looked quite good including JA3TVF, JA0HXV -> KL7L; Also decent night of JA openings to KH6; Trans-Atlantic openings were down but G0MRF made it to K3MF
Rollercoaster QSB, the ''diode effect'' and big-time sweet CW action highlighted this session in North America; Trans-Atlantic openings were above average for the eastern regions including JT9 reports from US stations at G0LUJ and G0MRF and G0MRF -> ZF1EJ on WSPR; Pleasing session for trans-Pacific openings which reached into the Eastern US as far as K3MF; Central US well represented in New Zealand; Pacific region enjoyed numerous openings including VK5FQ -> JR1IZM, JA1PKG, KL7L, K9FD and JA3TVF -> KL7L to name just a couple; W5EST presents: ''Interpret Daytime 630m Stronger Enhancements: 2 Ray-Crossings''
Very quiet geomagnetic conditions observed but terrestrial noise continues to impact some areas; Nice propagation observed in North America, including early transcontinental openings; Trans-Atlantic openings were down considerably compared to recent sessions although G0MRF made it to ZF1EJ; NV4X puts Kentucky on the map, completing his first QSO's with NO3M, KB8U and W0ETH using JT9; Another good night for ''SlowJT9'' activity with QSO's on JT9-2 and JT9-5 plus reports of JT9-10; Excellent CW activity this morning with strong signals and little QSB; Trans-Pacific openings reached the central US while Pacific openings included paths between JA, KH6, VK and KL7 but noise remains elevated in Oceania; W5EST presents: ''630m Short Subjects: 2-Hop Daytime? 1-Hop Daytime, Any Diode Effect?''
Another noisy night in North America and while numerous JT9-1 QSO's were completed in typical form, 'Slow JT9' really seemed to shine for a number of stations; East-moving trans-Atlantic signals fared far better than those coming from Europe; G0MRF reported significant QSO activity in and around Europe; Pacific and trans-Pacific activity was only average as big storms in the Sea of Tasman impacted listening for some in VK and ZL but Pacific Rim openings and the path between JA and KH6 were good; Path between Caribbean and KH6 was healthy as ZF1EJ reported K9FD many times; W5EST presents: ''Are Daytime 630m Enhancements Due to D-Region Convection Rolls?''
Summer-like noise invaded much of North America but QSO's were completed and trans-Atlantic openings were observed for stations like G0MRF at ZF1EJ in spite of the noise challenges; K3MF and AA1A experienced decent nights of trans-Atlantic reports on WSPR; Nice SlowJT9 activity reported in the western portions of North America that led to QSO's; Decent session in the Pacific with JA -> KL7, KH6 openings reported, a few of which turned out to be reciprocated; Trans-Pacific openings stretched into the central US and Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA were good; W5EST presents: ''Where Do 630m Sky Wave Rays Cross the D-Region and at What Angle?''
This was a typical, very good session for this time of year, with numerous QSO's completed, including several before sunset plus North American stations reported in Europe on JT9 and WSPR; Slow JT9 activity observed this morning with one-way paths reported between VK and JA in addition to several domestic reports in the western portions of North America; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were good with openings between ZL and the central US plus nice Pacific Rim openings between JA, KL7 and VK; W5EST presents: ''More: Interpreting 630m Sky Wave SNR Peaks''
Very strong propagation in and around North America with surprisingly high activity for Thanksgiving evening; Great night for trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 QSO's for NO3M and G0MRF with EB8ARZ; Another strong session along the Pacific Rim including JA0HXV -> KL7L // VK5FQ -> JR1IZM, JA1PKG // VK4YB -> JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH1INM, JA0HXV, JA8SCD, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA3TVF; Trans-Pacific paths reached into the eastern US and numerous Pacific region openings observed including K9FD -> JA3TVF, KL7L, JA0HXV, JH1INM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA1PKG, JR1IZM plus healthy openings between VK, KL7 and KH6; W5EST presents: ''630m Sky Wave SNR Peaks in Daytime: What’s Happening Up There?''
Relatively typical session with decent activity early in the evening including initial JT9 QSO for AB5S and two new states for K4BYN; Trans-Atlantic openings seemed to favor East-to-West paths compared to recent sessions including a strong showing for G0MRF who has hopes of more JT9 QSO's with North America soon; Typical morning for trans-Pacific openings which reached into the central US plus WSPR reports for AA5IT at ZL2AFP; Nice showing for JA3TVF and JA0HXV at K9FD plus solid Pacific Rim path between VK4YB and JA
Domestic propagation and over all band conditions took a step backward during this session with limited transcontinental openings and significantly reduced trans-Atlantic openings but numerous regional QSO's were observed; A number of stations were impacted by weather to the point of being off air or struggling with high noise levels; Morning band conditions were significantly better, particularly in the Pacific as KL7L completed JT9-1 and JT9-2 QSO's with JA3TVF and JA0HXV; JA paths from KH6 and KL7 were also solid; W5EST presents: ''Daytime 630m Sky Wave SNR Peaks: What’s Happening Up There?''
Good session and reasonable activity including reports of continued strong North and South openings for eastern stations and a few transcontinental QSO's for W7IUV; AA1A reports his best night for trans-Atlantic openings this season plus several crossings for K3MF, K2BLA, K5DNL, EB8ARZ and G0MRF to name a few; Good quality openings in the Pacific including nice reports for JA0HXV and JA3TVF at KL7L and K9FD, respectively plus solid openings between VK and JA; Solid noise in eastern Australia meant a bad night for QSO attempts; ON7YD reports that a SlowJT9 update is available; G0MRF provides an update and look into his remote station efforts; W5EST presents: ''630m Daytime Sky Wave WSPR 11/24/19 from K5DNL to RX Stations''''
It felt like a slow night on the air but reports suggest it was a good night for propagation and activity including many transcontinental signals reported across North America, many leading to QSO's; Good trans-Atlantic openings including a few that originated from the central US and well represented along the East coast; Trans-Pacific paths were solid including a few openings that originated in the interior of North America plus great Pacific Rim openings between VK, KL7 and JA; Nice openings observed between KH6, the East coast and New England
Very similar session to the previous with significant improvement in North American band conditions during the late evening and overnight as North and South openings of the early evening expanded to include transcontinental paths; Trans-Atlantic paths were nominal, including JT9 reports for WA3ETD in Vermont and WSPR reports for K5DNL in Oklahoma, both at G0LUJ plus numerous reports from several stations for K2BLA in Florida to name a few; Nice morning JT9-2 QSO for KM5SW and W0YSE; Trans-Pacific paths continue to reach the central US and Pacific region openings, including paths between JA, VK, ZL, KH6 and KL7, continue to be plentiful; Nice evening and morning for CW in North America
Very productive and active session in North America but just about everyone reported wild QSB swings while completing QSO's during the evening; Transcontinental paths opened during the late evening, remaining viable overnight, allowing a few QSO's, QSO attempts and reception reports; ON7YD and G0LUJ reported North American JT9 signals; Nice trans-Atlantic openings reported on WSPR including 'dusk til dawn' reports of AA1A at G0LUJ; Excellent night in the Pacific with early reports of VK4YB at KL7L and strong showing for JA stations; Pacific paths reached well into the eastern US; KD0VBR shows off his beautiful home brew regen receiver
''Just crazy propagation'' reported by several stations as the effects of solar wind were finally observed and North / South paths dominated the session in North America; WM3M completed his first reported QSO with KB8U using JT9; Some enhancements possibly observed on trans-Atlantic paths including 274 openings reported at AA1A while only six at K3MF; A cluster of transcontinental openings also observed early in the evening; LU1DOW reported at G4ZFQ and a curious distribution of North American stations; Uncharacteristically good session for KL7L given the geomagnetic conditions with many reports from Canada, the 'lower-48' and a surprising showing for JA; Strong session across the Pacific, with reports reaching into the central and eastern US and nice JA reports for VK and KH6 plus KR7O -> JA1PKG; G0MRF remote station setup delayed a week but new date is November 25
Decent session for much of North America with good propagation as elevated solar wind has yet to have a noticeable impact for better or worse; Trans-Atlantic openings continue for eastern US stations plus a return of LU1DOW, who received numerous reports from North America, G4ZFQ and K9FD (/KH6); Trans-Pacific openings reached into the central US while Pacific Rim openings between JA and KL7 continue
Noise returns to much of North America but propagation was good for those that could navigate the bizarre QSB during the early evening; Trans-Atlantic openings were once again very good including EI0CF reports in western portions of North America plus outbound DX reports for K5DNL, K3MF and AA1A; K4BYN took the plunge, completing his first reported JT9 QSO with WB4JWM and many others at an estimated 200 mW EIRP; Several JA reports at KL7L this morning plus nice trans-Pacific reports for ZL and VK this morning; VK4YB reports nice JT9-5 reception at JH3XCU; Good session for CW activity, particularly late evening and this morning; Solar wind may upset propagation or bring an enhancement in coming sessions
Very QSB evening in North America but what a great night for trans-Atlantic openings including first time EI0CF reports at KM5SW in New Mexico and K5DNL in Oklahoma reported at EB1ARZ, SWUKSDR, G0LUJ and LA2XPA to name just a few; QSO's were plentiful and hard-earned, particularly for those who started early; K4LY reported solid daytime openings to points West and the Caribbean; Good night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB reaching into the eastern US and Caribbean; Pacific Rim openings spanned the Pacific including VK reports in JA and KL7 plus KL7 <-> JA; Storms keep KH6 dark for another session; KM5SW reports JT9-10 transmissions from VK4YB
Session may not have been as great as some stations enjoyed within the last week but a lot of initial and ''needed state'' QSO's were completed during this session in spite of deep, fast QSB and some reported noise in the East; Good night for trans-Atlantic WSPR paths reaching into the central US plus several reports in both directions along the East coast of North America; Decent night for trans-Pacific paths even with storms in KH6 as W0YSE receives visual report of his JT9-10 transmissions at VK4YB at no more than 400 mW EIRP; ZL2IT, VK4YB -> KL7L on WSPR; Nice Pacific Rim JA openings for VK4YB and KL7L; Another plentiful session of CW
Very nice late afternoon and pre-sunset QSO's reported in the eastern portion of North America but Atlantic storms and associated noise tempered some of the great results from recent sessions; Some stations reported very stable propagation while others indicated that QSB was active and deep; Trans-Atlantic JT9 openings reached EI0CF from the central US; Morning SlowJT9 activity at KM5SW and W0YSE yielded reports of KR7O after sunrise and K3MF reports transcontinental JT9-5 from KM5SW; WSPRNet is broken this morning so very few WSPR reports have been submitted
Astonishingly good session for most stations in North America with several phone QSO's completed, a number of which were transcontinental; Many JT9 signals reported in Europe plus initial North American QSO's completed; Strong, stable CW signals and QSO's reported across the continent; JT9-5 activity at KM5SW resulted in receptions of VK4YB this morning; Trans-Atlantic WSPR openings remain very good including reported PA0A -> K3MF -> LA1TN, at least eleven crossings for AA1A and K5DNL -> G0LUJ, EB8ARZ; Pacific openings were also strong including good paths between VK4YB and KL7L plus K9FD (/KH6) reports by numerous JA stations
Great night of high activity and propagation which seemed to be a bit long at times, resulting in great band conditions for transcontinental QSO's; WB0TEM in Iowa completed his first reported JT9 QSO with W0SD and then the pile up commenced; Trans-Atlantic openings were some of the strongest of the season for WSPR and JT9; KL7L experiences a banner night with many reports from JA, ZL and KH6 plus receptions reports into the core of the 'lower-48'; Noisy night in the Pacific but excellent openings between KL7, KH6, JA , ZL and numerous openings reaching the central and eastern US; Ongoing 'Slow JT9' at W0YSE and other stations with some focus on the longer modes
Outstanding session, particularly during the evening, once the band settled down resulting in numerous transcontinental QSO's on JT9 plus a few regional FT8 QSO's; Strong night for CW with three different QSO's in progress at one point during the evening including transcontinental and two very rare CW QSO's between W3TS and KB5NJD (AM/PM); Nice trans-Atlantic JT9 reports at EI0CF of eastern North American stations plus WSPR reports for K3MF, AA1A and PA0A; Trans-Pacific paths opened to the Midwest this morning but K9FD (/KH6) reported high noise and generally poor band conditions while attempting to work mainland stations on JT9 at sunset; Pacific region openings were decent including VK, ZL -> KL7 and KH6 <-> JA <-VK; W5EST presents: ''630m Daytime WSPR: Comparing K5DNL Receptions by RX Stations''
Very good band conditions and activity in North America including many JT9 QSO's for AB0CW who was on his first outing with the mode plus several transcontinental QSO's through the evening; Excellent night for trans-Atlantic openings which reached into the central US plus first trans-Atlantic JT9 reception of the season at ON7YD; Good night for the Pacific with VK WSPR reports in JA, KL7 and KH6 plus ZL reports on the West coast and long trans-Pacific openings reaching into the Eastern US; K9FD (/KH6) was QRV JT9 at sunset - did he complete a QSO?; Decent session for CW and phone; Slow JT9 openings observed for KL7L and W0YSE
Band opened early with several QSO's completed in full sun and remained decent through the evening including numerous nice transcontinental openings; AE4VJ completed his first reported QSO using JT9 with NO3M, setting off a feeding frenzy as operators vie for the new station's attention; Trans-Atlantic openings were down a bit but AA1A and K3MF took advantage of the openings that were present; Decent night for CW, with a few stations completing two-way QSO's across the eastern half of North America; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings reached into the eastern US and Caribbean plus K9FD (/KH6) completed a few mainland QSO's - look for Merv after 0340z tonight; KL7L reports continued closure of Pacific Rim path to JA but lower latitude openings remain viable
Outstanding band conditions with many long transcontinental openings that resulted in QSO's including one between KR7O and WA3ETD that been a long time coming; Good openings into KL7 as NO3M reported at KL7L and K5DNL receives 118 WSPR reports from KL7L; Trans-Atlantic openings were quite healthy including first time trans-Atlantic decodes for W5DFN at G0LUJ and GM4OAS; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were open but down a bit and K9FD (/KH6) has been looking for JT9 QSO's, particularly with eastern North American stations; AB0CW completed his first QSO using CW with NO3M; Strong, stable CW signals this morning
Fantastic band activity with stable band conditions reported by several stations and solid transcontinental openings that permitted numerous JT9 and CW QSO's to be completed; Strong showing for JT9-5 as KL7L, W0YSE, KM5SW receive reports for several stations; NF3R completes his first reported JT9 QSO's with K3MF and others; Good night for trans-Atlantic openings including several two-way WSPR reports observed, some openings extending into the southeastern US; Relatively typical night for trans-Pacific openings which stretched into the central US from Australia plus a few long openings observed between VK, ZL and KL7, VE7 and KH6; JA reports appear to have been down, however
Another very good but very different domestic session for North America with early transcontinental openings and numerous QSO's that complemented the night's high activity levels; Some ''diode effect'' reported in the western US; Excellent trans-Atlantic openings including first time reports for KR7O (CA) at OH1TSM; ON7YD reported JT9 QSO with LX/PA8SD; JI1RPT completed JT9 QSO's with five other JA stations; VK4YB reports very different sessions recently on Pacific and trans-Pacific paths; JA openings favored KH6 over Pacific Rim
Exceptional night for North American domestic propagation with numerous transcontinental QSO's and reports but some areas reported high noise; Also exceptional trans-Atlantic paths including 25 WSPR stations decoding EI0CF into the Midwest and Southeast plus strong European openings for K3MF and K5DNL; ZL2AFP reports nice trans-Pacific signals from K3MF, W3SZ and K5DNL to name a few; KR7O testing JT9-5 this morning, receiving reports at W0YSE, who received his own detection limit reports at N9RU; Strong night for CW in North America with many QSO's completed
High noise was a major factor for many stations in the East and parts of the West but the quality of domestic propagation depended on who and when you asked plus what your expectations were; Trans-Atlantic openings continue for stations in the Northeast but reported openings did not extend very far South; Trans-Pacific openings were solid, reaching into the eastern US; Successful JT9-5 testing reported in the Western US; PSK31 QSO's for a few stations in the Pacific Northwest; JH3XCU reports plans for another JA3TVF / RW0LFE JT9-5 QSO
Mostly average propagation with a few flashes of greatness observed in North America during the evening, including transcontinental paths, but some eastern stations reported high noise and lower activity; Wide mode diversity observed during the evening, including JT9-1, JT9-2, JS8CALL, WSPR, phone and CW; Trans-Atlantic openings were present for East coast stations including a few resulting in two-way reports; Average Trans-Pacific openings with some paths reaching the eastern US; ON7YD reports a new SlowJT9 release
In spite of ever-present elevated noise and QSB, good night for QSO's in North America including a banner night for W5DFN with four new states and his first DX; Strong night for trans-Atlantic openings with AA1A reporting WSPR decodes from ''Africa to Lapland'' and K3MF reporting decodes well into the continental interior of Europe; JA3TVF / RW0LFE JT9-10 QSO attempt this morning; Pacific openings were good but relatively typical including VK4YB -> KL7L and KH6 and KL7 reports in Japan; A few trans-Pacific openings reached the central and eastern US; Good night for JS8CALL as activity expands plus a few more JT9-2 transmissions observed; CW QSO for N9RU and KB5NJD this morning
Much improved propagation and overall band conditions with many trans-Atlantic openings, domestic QSO's and long trans-Pacific openings where signals reached the Eastern US but KR7O observed strong signals and wild 'selective enhancements' during the late evening on transcontinental paths as he attempted QSO's and monitored WSPR; LU1DOW received WSPR reports from North America plus K9FD (/KH6) but European reports remain cut off; Good night to and from JA including JA1PKG -> KL7L, K9FD plus others; Very successful session for several stations using JS8CALL - look for more activity tonight
Similar session to previous for North America with some saying better while other saying slightly worse - just depends on where you were at and what you were trying to work; Trans-Atlantic openings were present but slightly down or unchanged from the previous session for most but G3KEV had a strong night on WSPR and was seeking a JT9 QSO but seemed to be late to the party; Good night for LU1DOW with North American reports but no trans-Atlantic paths were present for him; W0YSE tests JS8CALL with KM5SW, VE7BDQ and others; Trans-Pacific openings reached the eastern regions of North America but Pacific region openings seemed down including openings to KL7; K9FD reported at ZF1EJ so latitude makes a difference; JA path favored openings to KH6 over Pacific Rim
Deep QSB made for an interesting evening session in North America but remained productive with many hard-fought QSO's completed on JT9-1 plus initial JT9-2 QSO's for KM5SW and KE7A; Transcontinental openings were good on some paths but exhibited the 'diode effect' on others for no apparent reason; Plentiful trans-Atlantic openings on WSPR and even a JT9 report for NO3M at G0LUJ; Trans-Pacific openings extended into the central US and Pacific openings were quite healthy with numerous JA report of KH6 and VK plus VK4YB at KL7L
Extreme noise in the eastern US from strong storm reported by many stations but propagation was decent for many in North America that could navigate the noise; 'The Rockies' were a dividing line for many QSO's during this session but some reports in the Northeast placed a dividing line also at the Mississippi river; Trans-Atlantic openings from EI0CF to K3MF and WA3TTS reported plus a few crossings reported by AA1A; Trans-Pacific openings reached the eastern US once again plus K9FD (/KH6) -> ZF1EJ and others on the East coast; Long openings between VK4YB and KL7L continue; JA openings favored path to KH6 over VK at publication time; Strong night of JT9-2 activity including KR7O reports at KE7A and W0YSE at KL7L; KD6IWD reports portable CW operation from Padre Island, Texas starting next Tuesday night
A bit of a slow start to the evening session but the band was in decent shape with improving transcontinental openings including post-sunrise reports of KR7O at NO3M; Early trans-Atlantic openings for EI0CF at K3MF plus others in the East, LU1DOW -> G4ZFQ and DC0DX, EI0CF, PA3ABK reported at AA1A; Nice trans-Pacific openings reaching into the eastern and central US including VK4YB -> NO3M, W0DJK, K0KE and K5DNL -> VK, ZL; Good results with JT9-2 this morning including VK4YB -> KM5SW, W0YSE and KL7L to name a few; Some balance restored with KH6 and VK4 reports in JA; Weak solar wind from a small coronal hole arrives, bringing brief unsettled geomagnetic conditions
Not an awful night in North America but activity was down considerably, particularly QSO modes, and a few key stations were QRT due to storms that made the situation look worse than it probably was; 'Diode effect' was reported by a few stations as geomagnetic field returns to calm levels but another disturbance may be on the horizon; Transcontinental openings included JT9-2 transmissions from VE7BDQ to NO3M and WSPR from K2BLA -> W7IUV and VE6JY; K3MF received trans-Atlantic WSPR receptions from several UK stations; Trans-Pacific opening reached from VK to the eastern US; ON7YD reports SlowJT9 update
Evening activity was down a bit in North America but the band was open and a few transcontinental reports and QSO's were observed with the longer East and West paths improving overnight; Improved trans-Atlantic conditions with WSPR decodes reported at K3MF from France, England and The Netherlands; Trans-Pacific openings were very respectable including VK reports in Alaska and VK, ZL, KH6 and western mainland North American stations trading reports; JA openings seemed to favor the path to KH6 compared to the Pacific Rim path to VK and KL7; JT9-2 reports continue for W0YSE and VE7BDQ; Nice CW level signals observed this morning
Promising start to the evening session with a few full-sun QSO's and high activity in the eastern half of North America but reports in the West indicate band was flat after dark; A few trans-Atlantic reports observed by northeastern stations but path was down with blackout conditions observed by some; DL7NN reported by FR5DH on Reunion Island nine times; Trans-Pacific paths reached into the central US once again while openings from KH6 extended to New England; Geomagnetic conditions continue to moderate
Good band activity in North America with many QSO's completed, but attenuation remains elevated for some at higher latitude and paths; Trans-Atlantic openings have deteriorated significantly as geomagnetic conditions remain at unsettled levels; Several stations evaluate recent changes to JT9-2 software with generally favorable results including W0YSE and VE7BDQ receiving reports from KM5SW, KR7O and VE7VV to name a few; Some long trans-Pacific openings spanned from Oceania to the central US and Oceania to Alaska but overall numbers seemed down and may be attributed to WSPRnet problems
Decent-to-good evening propagation for much of North America including a few transcontinental marathon QSO's and QSO attempts that were subject to active QSB; Trans-Atlantic openings favored eastern US during the evening and overnight as geomagnetic conditions moderated; G1 storm levels returned this morning and perhaps Pacific enhancements observed with many long reports between VK and eastern North America; LU1DOW reports spike again including openings to Europe, much of North America and the difficult path to KH6
Geomagnetic conditions reached G2 storm levels but aside from deep evening QSB, domestic openings were mostly 'ok' while many reports favored East / West paths overnight; Some trans-Atlantic paths encountered elevated absorption but a few European reports continue for LU1DOW; Trans-Pacific openings were down a bit from the previous session but many long openings between VK and the eastern US observed plus openings for ZL2AFP and VK4YB at KL7L; At publication time, JA reports seem down a bit after a recent flurry of activity
Interesting session with some areas of North America experiencing persistent openings through the evening while others reported intermittent regional paths with the occasional brief, transcontinental openings; WB4LRA completes his first reported QSO using JT9 with K4AEK and fills his log with many others; Very robust session for trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings including daylight reports of G8HUH at K3MF; LU1DOW considerably extends his WSPR reports in North America and Europe; G0MRF reports that his remote station will be installed in early November to take advantage of trans-Atlantic openings and complete a few QSO's
High noise shifted East in North America but propagation remained pretty good in many areas with a few flashes of greatness including big sunrise trans-Atlantic openings at G0LUJ; LU1DOW returned to air, with nice but bizarre WSPR reports spread across three stations in North America, all of which were at higher latitudes; Trans-Pacific openings reached into the Eastern US once again with some persistence and central US stations reported in Oceania; Nice, long Pacific region openings observed between KL7, KH6, VK, ZL and JA; JT9-2 activity continues including a morning QSO between KL7L and W0YSE; W5EST reports interesting daytime openings
Extremely noisy night reported by many stations in North America but propagation was quite good with many long trans-Pacific reaching into the eastern portions of North America and trans-Atlantic openings reaching into the central US plus reasonable domestic openings after the band had time to settle down after dark; JT9-2 shines again as stations receive reports at levels below what would be possible with JT9-1; K5DNL reports a staggering number of WSPR decodes for his station
Not a great night in North America with very high noise and overall poor band conditions and propagation but many fought through the difficulties and completed QSO's; Decent night of trans-Atlantic openings for eastern stations; Nice JA activity using JT9-2 this morning as two North American stations and one in Australia attempted QSO's with JA3XCU, JA0HXV, JA3TVF and JR1IZM
Abbreviated report today: KL7L and JR1IZM complete a historic JT9 QSO which is the first for JA/KL7 and likely the first between JA and a North American station; Trans-Atlantic paths appear to be on a roll as stations encounter another strong night of openings; Transcontinental openings were intermittently observed but it was a nice night for regional QSO's in North America in spite of wild, early QSB swings; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings were looking good at the early publication time including reports from VK on the East coast of North America
Abbreviated report today: Seemingly good domestic, trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings from North America but wild QSB observed during the evening and high QRN reported this morning; Western stations observing better North and South paths but some transcontinental cracks emerge; SlowJT9 makes its first appearance of the season as KR7O performs some evening tests; KL7L reports that JR1IZM QRV this session looking for JT9 QSO's, weather permitting
Good session including a few daylight QSO's over skywave paths plus strong trans-Atlantic openings spread over many stations, even reaching into the central US; Solid night for trans-Pacific openings including VK reports into the eastern US and long openings between VK, ZL and KL7 plus central US stations; Another very strong showing for JA reports
Very good session for much of North American including numerous trans-Atlantic openings for stations like WA3U, W3TS, W1IR, K5DNL, K2BLA and K3MF to name a few; Strong night for trans-Pacific openings, spreading into the eastern US including first time report of VK4YB at WA3U; Very strong Pacific region session with long haul openings between VK, ZL and KL7; Good night for Pacific Rim openings to JA, KL7 and VK; Many long openings to and from KH6 including K9FD (/KH6) -> ZF1EJ; W5EWF completes his first reported QSO with N9RU using JT9
Band seemed open in North America but activity was low and storm noise was high; Trans-Atlantic paths were quite reasonable including several stations reported by K3MF; Decent night for Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB personal best using WSPR, receiving report from VE1YY plus ZL2IT reported at KL7L; Many nice JA openings observed for VK and KH6
Strong propagation with wild QSB swings reported in parts of North America plus some transcontinental openings during the evening and overnight; More solid trans-Atlantic openings reported by North American stations including F5WK WSPR decodes at NO3M 20 minutes after sunrise in France; W6DAX completed his first reported JT9 QSO with K7PO; Good night for trans-Pacific openings, which reached into the central and eastern US plus initial JT9 QSO for K0KE and VK4YB; Seasonally typical JA openings observed from KH6 and VK
This was another really strong, high activity session but morning trans-Pacific openings were the big story as NO3M and VK4YB complete a JT9 QSO for a new distance record but records are meant to be broken so who will be next? Step right up!; Several other trans-Pacific QSO's and QSO attempts also observed; Excellent trans-Atlantic session with early two-way WSPR reports observed - hopefully QSO attempts can begin soon on this path!; Geomagnetic conditions were very quiet and DST values were positive for persistent periods
It wasn't a record evening of QSO's in North America but it wasn't far off as the eastern half of the continent experienced the busiest night of the young 2019/2020 season while the western half was very hopeful, including a few transcontinental QSO's but the band seemed to collapse in the West after dark; Trans-Atlantic openings were healthy reaching into the central US; Trans-Pacific openings reached into the central US and VK, JA, ZL reached KL7, KH6 and the mainland US; G3KEV -> FR5DH continues; W9SRW completes his first reported QSO using JT9 with NO3M - the feeding frenzy is on!
General consensus seems to suggest that this was a very good session with very high activity but parts of North America experienced tremendous QSB swings and one-way openings where they were hearing very well but not heard; Western region of North America reported numerous early openings to the central US; Better night for trans-Atlantic paths including early reports of G3KEV at K3MF; Quite good morning for trans-Pacific paths, reaching into the eastern US before retreating prematurely prior to the area's sunrise; Pacific region openings were 'typical' for this point in the season but elevated QRN reported in VK; DL7NN, G3KEV -> FR5DH
Light activity this session where North and South paths were dominant but a few QSO's were completed in North America including at least one in daylight; Storms and associated noise impacted some central US stations into the Midwest during the evening, overnight and this morning and may create problems for points East tonight; Only reported trans-Atlantic opening was of EB8ARZ/1 at NO3M early in the evening; Long haul Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were observed this morning on WSPR, including brief opening into the eastern US and VK5FQ, VK4YB -> KL7L; JA reports were average at report publication time
Another night of good activity for North America but we got a very fickle band for domestic openings as unsettled geomagentic conditions return; Trans-Atlantic reports were absent during this session but Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were decent at times including K7PO JT9 QSO with VK4YB this morning and prolific openings between KR7O and ZL2AFP; Solid JA openings to KH6, VK and KL7 observed this morning
Excellent activity but this session was punctuated by extreme QSB during the evening and overnight in North America; EI0CF reported many trans-Atlantic WSPR decodes and received a few himself; Several others in North America report trans-Atlantic openings; IW4DXW -> FR5DH; Many long trans-Pacific openings including signals from VK reported on the East coast of North America but when it was over it was over; Many Pacific region JA reports observed; W5EST presents: ''Decipher Sharp-Peak 630m QSB''
Decent session for North America with a few transcontinental openings that resulted in reports and QSO's as several operators waited-out QSB cycles for their chances; Some trans-Atlantic openings observed by eastern and northeastern stations but overall the paths may have been down slightly; Trans-Pacific openings stretched into the central and eastern US but seasonal QRN in Oceania meant that QSO attempts were a struggle; Pacific regions openings and reports looked pretty good, particularly on typical JA paths to KH6 and VK; G3KEV received two trans-African WSPR reports at FR5DH
Noisy but very good session reported with several trans-Atlantic openings observed, great trans-Pacific openings for many stations including first-time report for KR7O at JA1PKG and a nice CW QSO for NO3M and KB5NJD while W0YSE listens from Vancouver, Washington; G3KEV and EB1ARZ reported at FR5DH; KL7L reports aurora on the horizon
Really decent evening for North America and the eastern half of the continent, but several transcontinental QSO's were completed later in the evening and overnight; Trans-Atlantic openings were reasonable with EI0CF reporting several eastern US stations; Trans-Pacific openings extended as far as the central US but overall Pacific reports were down a bit compared to recent sessions; Strong night for JA stations including 7L1RLL -> KL7L, K9FD and many reports for VK4YB and K9FD in JA; G3KEV -> FR5DH
Good session for North America with a couple of afternoon QSO's in the central US and strong activity into the evening including the return of W0SD on JT9 from South Dakota; Trans-Atlantic openings were more numerous as the geomagnetic field finally settles down; Pacific openings were well represented, both regionally and on trans-Pacific paths which spanned into the central US
Decent night for North America including a few late-evening transcontinental openings and QSO's; A few trans-Atlantic WSPR decodes observed and reported for K3MF, AA1A and F1AFJ; NO3M reports that long haul trans-Pacific openings were weaker than recent sessions as he seeks a JT9 QSO with VK4YB; In spite of weaker trans-Pacific openings, several openings from Oceania reached into the central and eastern US; DST values surge this morning - more active geomagnetic conditions ahead or just hang over from the previous event?; Healthy Pacific region openings continue as VK, ZL, KL7, KH6 and JA stations exchange many reports
Several early QSO's were completed in the eastern portions of North America but mid-week slump and relatively slow to develop transcontinental openings were observed for other areas of the continent; Trans-Atlantic paths recover including 200 mW EIRP K2BLA and K3MF reported at EI0CF; Pacific-region openings were good with numerous reports exchanged between VK, JA, KL7 and KH6; Trans-Pacific openings reached as far East as VE6 while KH6 openings reached the East coast
Very strong night of activity, particularly in the East as many stations were eager to be part of the W3ZGD demonstration; Transcontinental openings seemed to favor East to West; Trans-Atlantic paths were absent in spite of quieter geomagnetic conditions; Trans-Pacific paths were quite good, including openings into the eastern US; Regional Pacific openings were quite good / typical
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions were reinforced during this session following brief recovery but it was still a decent session in North America including trans-Atlantic openings for EI0CF and K3MF and trans-Pacific openings that reached from VK4YB to NO3M to name a few; W6RYO completed his first QSO's during this session using JT9; Excellent openings in the Pacific in spite of some parts of Oceania suffering from strong storms and lightning; K3MF performing a demonstration this evening at club meeting - help by being QRV!
Band improved slightly with a few more QSO completed as geomagnetic conditions retreat to unsettled levels following a few sessions at G1 storm levels; Noise levels remain high in many areas but better than levels observed this past weekend; A few trans-Atlantic openings observed in the northeastern US; Pacific paths were mostly 'business as usual' with openings including VK and KL7 plus trans-Pacific openings reaching into the central US
Slightly improved session for stations in southern Canada and the 'lower-48' while higher latitudes like KL7 were mostly cut off; Some trans-Atlantic openings observed, however, in eastern areas; G3KEV, DL7NN -> FR5DH; Pacific region paths were relatively normal with JA openings to VK and KH6 and ZL openings into western and central portions of North America
North and South paths seemed to dominate during this session and through the onset of G1 storm conditions, leaving numerous long haul openings to be observed while many in North America were shell shocked by 'Brick wall noise'; Decent Pacific paths observed including many openings between K9FD and the East coast of North America; Several trans-Atlantic openings observed in the eastern region of North America
If you could stand the QSB and wild swings, it was a banner night for many in North America for QSO's and activity plus trans-Atlantic reports ahead of a potential G1/G2 storm; NN0W completed his first QSO using JT9 with K7PO and W0IOO puts Nebraska on the map, completing his first reported QSO using JT9 with K9KFR; FR5DH reports DL7NN on long trans-African WSPR path; Wild night in the Pacific with many of the typical openings plus RN4AQC reported at ZL2IT, JA1PKG reported in KL7, KH6 and VK and VK4YB receiving reports from RW0LFE
Pretty good propagation and decent activity for North America in spite of unseasonably high noise and wild QSB swings; Healthy trans-Atlantic openings observed, stretching into the southeastern US; KR7O completed a long and at times 'unlikely' JT9 QSO with VK4YB that had a lot of ops sweating as they watched; Pacific Rim openings were curiously missing (at time of publication) or few in number
Awful night of noise and unsettled geomagnetic conditions contributing to wild QSB for North America; Trans-Atlantic openings were a bit more hopeful including the return of 200 mW EIRP K2BLA at EI0CF; The situation was marginally better on trans-Pacific paths including KB8U -> ZL2AFP and typical Pacific-region openings were observed; DL7NN -> FR5DH reports resume
Very similar session to the previous with nice openings for North America but recent southerly trans-Atlantic openings from the US retreat a bit; K8RZ completes his first QSO's using JT9; Transcontinental paths were more difficult but still allowed a few long domestic QSO's to be completed; Long Pacific and Pacific Rim openings were present primarily for water paths but actual trans-Pacific openings were probably better than the summary data suggests
Great session to end Summer as the equinox is upon us with low noise and plentiful domestic openings for North America; Trans-Atlantic paths were healthy with many reports, some of which reached into the western portions of North America; Good transcontinental openings but longer paths between the East coast and Oceania failed to develop at levels necessary for QSO's; Strong night for the Pacific region with many water paths providing great results for a significant number of stations
Probably an average night of domestic propagation for the eastern portions of North America but noise was elevated for many which made operating difficult at times; Some transcontinental WSPR decodes, including 200 mW EIRP K2BLA reported at K9FD (/KH6); Western half of North America reported difficult domestic conditions in addition to present but greatly attenuated Pacific paths compared to recent sessions; FR5DH reported F1AFJ and DL7NN; Trans-Atlantic paths were down slightly but a few exchanges were observed on WSPR at K3MF, W3TS, DL7NN, G0LUJ, EI0CF and N2EIK; W0YSE receives 1000+ mile reports using WSQCall; Hard to call Pacific openings poor given the number and variety of observed long distance reports but some stations suggest that the long haul trans-Pacific openings have not yet lived up to their full potential - but its very early in the season
Strong domestic session for North America during the evening in spite of wild QSB swings and some stubborn North/South paths; Another excellent night for trans-Atlantic openings in both directions including another night of reports of 200 mW EIRP K2BLA at EI0CF; FR5DH reports DL7NN forty times on the long haul across Africa; Excellent Trans-Pacific paths including QSO levels between KR7O and ZL and first time reports of VK4AQJ at KL7L
Good night for trans-Atlantic openings as EI0CF reported many North American signals including 200 mW EIRP K2BLA while G8HUH and G0LUJ also make a strong showing; Decent night for domestic QSO's in North America but mostly North and South paths and regional openings like the previous session as high noise masked signals in a number of areas; Pacific openings were numerous including several long-haul paths developing between Oceania and the Central and East coast of North America; VK4YB reports that band was slow to open down under
Another good session for North America but most domestic openings were limited to their own regions (or adjacent) with fewer transcontinental reports or QSO's than the previous session; G0LUJ reported trans-Atlantic JT9 transmissions from KB8U and NO3M; Trans-Atlantic WSPR was down compared to the previous session but still quite good; DL7NN receives 32 WSPR reports from FR5DH on Reunion Island; Strong paths into and out of the Pacific region including K5DNL reports in Oceania plus several VK and ZL stations receiving reports at KL7L, K9FD, in JA and mainland North America; W5EST presents: ''Sharp-Peak 630m QSB: 630m Mystery''
Best night of the season so far for trans-Atlantic openings; Very high activity and many high quality regional openings observed plus a few transcontinental openings reported in North America; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue with some labeling session poor at times; FR5DH reports WSPR from DL7NN seventeen times; Pacific, trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings were mostly very good with a few anomalies observed on longer paths this morning; JR1IZM seeking skeds for upcoming JT9 operation; VK5BUG announces the impending release of his new book
Uncharacteristically high activity for a Monday night with relatively quiet band conditions in the East but some storms and high noise observed in parts of the West which didn't deter a few transcontinental QSO's; Another reporting period of unsettled geomagnetic conditions observed this morning; G0LUJ reports trans-Atlantic receptions of AA1A and K3MF while AA1A reports EI0CF and DL7NN and WA3TTS, K3MF report EI0CF; Good night for trans-African paths including DL7NN, F1AFJ -> FR5DH; In spite of high noise in Oceania, strong night of Trans-Pacific openings including but not limited to VK5FQ -> KL7L and ZL2IT -> KM5SW in New Mexico
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions make a surprise appearance but it was a busy night of activity with many evening transcontinental and morning trans-Pacific QSO's; KR7O and N1VF return to air, completing several JT9 QSO's; WA3TTS, K3MF and W3TS report EI0CF once again while AA1A receives a report from G0LUJ and provides reports from EI0CF and DL7NN; Very strong night for ongoing Pacific, trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings; DL7NN -> FR5DH
Strong session in North America with good propagation and high activity that was not deterred by noise resulting in a lot of QSO's completed, in some cases with very high signal levels reported and very early in the evening; Best night of the season for trans-Atlantic openings including multiple early EI0CF reports at K3MF and WA3TTS, K5DNL reported at EA2HB, and K3MF reaching G0LUJ; Pacific region openings were very strong including very notable KL7L reports at K9FD (/KH6), ZL2IT, VK4YB, JA3TVF, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL, JA8SCD, JA1PKG and JR1IZM; VK4YB reported slow to open band and average band conditions but received reports from K5DNL, SWLEM3, VE6JY, KM5SW, KA7OEI, W0YSE, VA7JX, KR7O, KK6EEW, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL and JA3TVF for a pretty nice haul; K9FD (/KH6) -> VK7TW, VK3HP, VK3QD, VK2COW, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, ZL1EE, JA3TVF, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JR1IZM, KL7L; DL7NN -> FR5DH
The band opened early in the evening in North America, allowing numerous early transcontinental QSO's and reports but in many areas the noise made it sound like July; NO3M reported that hopeful long-haul evening and overnight band conditions collapsed by morning; Trans-Atlantic paths were alive and well with AA1A reporting DL7NN WSPR and receiving reports along with K3MF at EI0CF; Excellent night for Pacific region including 7L1RLL -> KL7L, K9FD plus numerous 'usual suspects' reported on long trans-Pacific paths; DL7NN receives more early reports at FR5DH - will late openings to VK (or even JA!) make an encore appearance?
Odd evening propagation in North America with spotlighting and deep, 'toggle switch' QSB reported by several stations while areas of the Northeast reported low noise and few signals but a few transcontinental reports of NO3M on the West coast were observed this morning; Trans-Atlantic opening for K3MF at EI0CF; DL7NN reports at FR5DH were down but favored earlier openings; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were close to recent averages; W0QL reported at KL7L for likely the first time on a night that didn't seem very good for higher latitudes
One for the record books as K5DNL now shares the distance record for JT9 QSO with VK4YB at 13441 km - who will be next?; KW7Y also makes it into VK4YB's log book with JT9 QSO; Very strong night overall for the Pacific including JA1PKG reported at K9FD, KL7L and VK4YB plus another banner night for JA openings at K9FD, VK5FQ and VK4YB; Noisy evening in North America but a number of the usual suspects complete the evening JT9 roll call; DL7NN -> FR5DH
Another night of very strong Pacific openings including VK4YB/VK3QD JT9 QSO observed by W0YSE in Vancouver and VK4YB receiving reports from RW0LFE plus VK5FQ receiving reports from KL7L, JR1IZM and 7L1RLL; KL7L reported at ZL2IT and VK4YB; K5DNL reported at VK4YB, ZL2AFP and ZL2IT; DL7NN continues to make the long trek across Africa with 35 reports at FR5DH; AA1A continues to take advantage of trans-Atlantic openings; Transcontinental reports for K3MF at K9FD; Relatively soft night for domestic QSO activity in North America, possibly from persistent noise
W0QL reported on JT9 for the first time this season, completing a QSO with KM5SW but heard by others in the East; Trans-Atlantic streak for AA1A extended again with reports from G0LUJ and EI0CF; DL7NN -> FR5DH openings continue at impressive levels; Once again morning Pacific openings were great, with numerous trans-Pacific reports for VK4YB, VK5FQ, KL7L and ZL2AFP plus JA reports for VK4YB and K9FD; Some Pacific openings extended into the central and eastern US
Domestic evening session in North America was respectable and propagation was OK but lacked the activity and grit of recent sessions; Trans-Atlantic openings continue with AA1A and K3MF receiving reports from EI0CF while AA1A in MA and FR5DH on Reunion Island report DL7NN; Pacific openings were the real story this morning with many openings including but not limited to an impressive showing from VK5FQ, with reports from KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU and JA3TVF; Also very strong showings from K9FD (/KH6) and VK4YB on trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim paths; W3ZGD club station QRV from Felton, PA thanks to K3MF
North American domestic session was down compared to the previous session but still average-to-above average propagation in spite of high noise levels; Back-to-back trans-Atlantic openings between AA1A and EI0CF; K3MF and K5DNL testing portable antennas; KB8U made a strong transcontinental showing to the western region on JT9 and WSPR; DL7NN -> FR5DH; KL7L receives his first Pacific Rim report of the young season from JA1PKG; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings look pretty good including K9FD (/KH6) -> VK7TW, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, KL7L // VK4YB -> VE6JY, W0YSE, KR7O, KR6LA, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA9MAT, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JA3TVF // ZL2AFP, ZL2IT -> K9FD; VE6JY reports 'slow to open' band
Very strong session with high activity that felt like a Winter preview although QSB was a bit chaotic during the evening in North America; AA1A and K3MF report trans-Atlantic openings to EI0CF and DL7NN continues to impress, making the long haul across Africa to FR5DH; Many transcontinental openings including JT9 QSO between W7IUV and K3MF plus several eastern stations reported at KR7O; K2BLA 200 mW EIRP WSPR reported at K9FD (/KH6); W0YSE signals make it into the central US; W1NT reverse beacon node QRV and reporting CW from New Hampshire last night and many of us hope for the entire season (please? I'm begging); Strong night for Pacific signals as VK4YB reaches into the central US while K9FD reported in the eastern US; W5EST presents: ''Can We Physically Explain Zig-Zag 630m Phasing QSB?''
Good session reported in North America as incidental unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue but nice initial JT9 QSO for W5DFN and WA3ETD plus initial transcontinental JT9 QSO between KW7Y and NO3M; K2BLA receives 200 mW EIRP WSPR reports from VE6JY and K3MF receives reports from K9FD (/KH6); Good night in the Pacific with reports for VK4YB at K5DNL, VE6JY, KM5SW, KA7OEI, VE7BDQ, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, K6PZM, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA5AEA and JA3TVF as well as ZL2AFP -> K9FD, VE6JY and KJ6MKI; JA, ZL, and VK reports continue at good levels for K9FD (/KH6) including VK7TW, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, K9FD and KL7L; 34 WSPR reports for DL7NN at FR5DH in the southern Indian Ocean
Average night for midweek in September with some elevated noise reported on both coasts; Solid late evening transcontinental QSO's reported at W7IUV, K9KFR and NO3M and receptions at KR7O; W0YSE reports WSPR decodes at VE4XC at 300 mW EIRP plus K2BLA at 200 mW EIRP reported at NN0W in AZ and KM5SW in NM; DL7NN -> FR5DH; Another strong showing for many stations in JA, VK, ZL, KH6 and the North American mainland as the Pacific DX season is here - get it while its hot; W5EST presents: ''K3MF WSPR2 Decodes Down to -34dB SNR at W5EST: Why?''
Quite good band conditions and propagation reported early in the evening for the eastern half of North America plus numerous transcontinental JT9 reports observed overnight; Trans-Atlantic openings return with AA1A reporting DL7NN; DL7NN receives fifteen WSPR reports from FR5DH; Good morning band conditions for CW as NO3M and KB5NJD complete first stable QSO since the Spring but reverse beacon nodes remain elusive; Fair night of Pacific openings including VK4YB -> W0DJK, VE7BDQ, W0YSE, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK3HP, VK3WRE, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU // VK3HP, VK5FQ -> K9FD
Nice early session band conditions for North America that seemed to deteriorate a bit later in the evening only to improve again by morning; Elevated noise reported in Oceania but some trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim paths remained healthy while others suffered following several good sessions
Similar session to the previous with ongoing geomagnetic storm conditions but QSO's were present in the East and transcontinental openings were very limited; DL7NN -> FR5DH openings continue; Pacific openings were nice this morning, including K5DNL -> VK4YB, ZL2IT // VK4YB -> K5DNL, W5TTY, VE6JY, KM5SW, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // ZL2IT -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD (/KH6) // VK5FQ -> K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL
In spite of persistent G1/G2 storm conditions, it was a very good start to the 2019/2020 season with numerous QSO's including transcontinental JT9 between NO3M and KW7Y plus 200 mW EIRP report for K2BLA at K9FD (/KH6) and a strong continental showing for N8IVE at 20 mW TPO; KW7Y completes his first 630 meter CW QSO with VE7BDQ; FR5DH reported three WSPR transmissions from DL7NN; Another strong night for the Pacific including K5DNL -> ZL // VK -> JA, mainland North America (central US!), KL7, KH6 // KH6 -> JA, mainland North America, VK, ZL
Very nice way to end the 2018/2019 season with big activity and nice openings that may be attributable to G1 storm enhancements; AA1A and K3MF enjoy trans-Atlantic openings to EI0CF; Good night for transcontinental openings including K9KFR -> W0YSE, KR7O // NO3M -> KR7O // K3MF <-> VE7; Trans-African openings were down from recent sessions but still observed at FR5DH; Standard fare for the Pacific but K9FD (/KH6) receives a few more reports than typical from JA
Average night of activity for North America with odd propagation that favored longer openings while shorter openings were subject to significant QSB and decreased or non-existent signal levels; Trans-Atlantic openings were present, including K2BLA (200 mW EIRP) -> EI0CF and K3MF -> G0LUJ, EI0CF on WSPR; Trans-African path yielded twelve reports of DL7NN at FR5DH; Good trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including VK4YB -> W0DJK, VE6JY, VE7BDQ, KR7O, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU // K9FD (/KH6) -> VK3WRE, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, KL7L // ZL2IT -> K9FD (/KH6); G1 / G2 storm watch is in effect for the coming sessions so look for possible onset enhancements!
Not quite as good as the previous session for North America but by no means a poor session with many JT9 QSO's reported for the East and a few trans-Atlantic reports between K3MF and EI0CF but limited transcontinental openings observed; DL7NN reported 35 times by FR5DH; Stronger night of trans-Pacific openings and improved session for Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA
Propagation continues to improve as the new season nears including trans-Atlantic reports for 200 mW EIRP K2BLA at EI0CF and K3MF -> G0LUJ, EI0CF; Decent night for trans-Pacific paths while Pacific Rim openings retreat once again; FR5DH reports DL7NN and I3QNS; W5EST presents: ''Characterizing Zig-Zag 630m Phasing QSB''
Good QSO activity during the evening but noise and QSB resulted in mediocre band conditions overall; WSPR activity was reported down by several stations but trans-Atlantic reports continue as AA1A and K3MF received reports from LA2XPA and excellent showing for transcontinental openings including K3MF -> VE7; Big night for DL7NN with 51 reports at FR5DH on Reunion Island; Pretty good night in the Pacific, including ZL2IT -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD // VK4YB -> VE6JY, VE7CA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KR7O, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU // K9FD -> VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, KL7L
Good evening band conditions for North America, resulting in lots of activity and many QSO's completed; Many transcontinental / Pacific openings reported including K3MF, K2BLA -> K9FD (/KH6) to name just a couple; Trans-Atlantic path returns for AA1A, receiving reports from EI0CF; Trans-Pacific openings improved a bit over the previous session; WQ2H completes his first 630 meter QSO's with K3MF and NO3M using JT9
Lots of evening activity in North America accompanied high noise and QSB but this was one of the bigger nights for QSO's observed through this very disappointing Summer; Pacific openings were about average for Summer 2019 while trans-Atlantic paths dried up again as quickly as they reappeared; KW7Y completes his first QSO with W7IUV using JT9 and has a very solid start to 630 meter career with numerous VK and ZL WSPR reports
Very good session for long haul openings as the band begins to make seasonal shifts more frequently including VK4YB -> NO3M // K3MF -> LA2XPA, K9FD (/KH6) // K2BLA -> K9FD (/KH6) at 200 mW EIRP; DL7NN continues to be heard many times at FR5DH; Also good night for Pacific and Pacific Rim openings; KM5SW visits RUV in Iceland; W5EST presents: ''Characterizing Deep-Null 630m Phasing QSB''
Mostly regional openings reported around North America as noise continues to negatively impact operating for many; FR5DH on Reunion Island reports 23 WSPR decodes of DL7NN; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were present but high noise in Oceania impacted their listening experience but VK4YB received numerous long-haul reports; K9MRI returns to air after being away for the Summer completing a regional QSO
August continues with decent propagation but poor listening conditions for many in North America; VE7VV reports upcoming HPM birthday event that includes 630 meters; KW7T reports good results with a simple regen receiver; Average session in the Pacific; W5EST presents: ''How Strong are 630m X-Waves Compared to O-Waves?''
Like previous session, propagation was pretty good for North America but unseasonably high noise levels, even for August, are getting annoying; NO3M JT9 reported at G0LUJ near sunrise in England; Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings looked very good including VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, KL7L // VK3QD -> K9FD // K5DNL -> ZL2IT, ZL2AFP // KB5NJD -> ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Polarization Fading: Different Cases that May Cause a 630m QSB Trough''
Pretty good evening propagation for North America including transcontinental JT9 QSO's for K9KFR and W7IUV but debilitating noise was all over the place; Good night in the Pacific for trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including K5DNL -> VK4YB // VK4YB -> W7IUV, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // VK3HP -> K9FD, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU // K9FD -> VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, KL7L // VK3QD, ZL2IT, VK4AQJ -> K9FD
Slight improvements during this session but noise and one-way paths were reported by a few stations; K2BLA reports transcontinental openings to W7IUV at 200 mW EIRP; Pacific paths were average including VK4YB -> W7IUV, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU // ZL2IT, VK2AQJ, KL7L, VK4YB -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK3WRE, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL3IT, ZL2AFP, JA3TVF, KL7L
Average session overall with a slow evening and few QSO's completed in North America but the band was decent overnight and this morning for those playing the long game with WSPR; Pacific openings were reasonable but could have been a bit better although VK4YB reached into the central US
Noise is the word of the week for North America but propagation was quite good, including late evening and overnight transcontinental openings that supported numerous QSO's; W0YSE operated JT9-2 in honor of ON7YD visit at VE7VV; FR5DH reports a good night for trans-African path to DL7NN; Pacific was slow to start but improved for ZL, VK -> JA, KH6, KL7, mainland North America and K5 -> ZL; W5EST presents: ''W8JI Web Site Discusses Polarization Fading''
Bizarre propagation and noise across North America resulted in a poor session overall; VK4YB reports a hopeful start to the evening in the Pacific that got worse as the evening progressed
Significant improvements in band activity in spite of on going difficult band conditions, particularly in the East; Openings between DL7NN and FR5DH continue; VK4YB reports interesting pattern of openings including several JA stations and K5DNL to the exclusion of some typical northern stations
Tough night in North America as several stations were QRT due to weather conditions but K3MF reported transcontinental openings to W7IUV; DL7NN continues to be reported by FR5DH; Pacific reports down in the absence of K9FD but VK4YB reported by VE6JY, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU and JA5AEA
Similar results to the previous session, but probably slightly worse band conditions due to storm noise and overall propagation; JT9 activity was slightly better but spread over a shorter time period during the evening; F5WK and DL7NN make the long trek across Africa to FR5DH; Pretty good night for the Pacific including VK4YB -> W7IUV, KR7O, KR6LA, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK4AQJ, VK3DQ, ZL2IT -> K9FD // KB5NJD -> VK4YB
North American QSO activity was down a bit but the band appears to be improving with slightly decreased noise levels and good propagation; Trans-African path between Europe and Reunion Island improves again with numerous reports of DL7NN at FR5DH; Good night for many Pacific and trans-Pacific paths including K5DNL -> ZL2AFP // VK4YB -> K5DNL, KB5NJD, SWLEM3, VE6JY, W7IUV, KR7O, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // ZL2IT <-> K9FD // KB5NJD -> ZL2AFP, ZL2IT
Not a great night, particularly in the western half of North America, with reduced activity and above average noise conditions but K3MF noted reports from VE6JY; A few QSO's were completed in spite of mostly poor band conditions; Nice, long openings for DL7NN at FR5DH on Reunion Island; Reasonable night for the Pacific including VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // ZL2IT -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK4YB, ZL2IT, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, KL7L plus 61 reports for Merv at K5DNL
Similar night to the previous few sessions in North America with marginal improvements to band conditions but WB4JWM reports decent evening North and South paths; Some transcontinental openings sneak through, including K3MF -> VE6JY and K9FD -> ZF1EJ; W0YSE briefly operated WSQCALL prior to local storm development - look for future activity; Reasonable night in the Pacific including ZL2IT -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD // VK4YB -> SWLEM3, VE6JY, KR7O, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA3TVF // K9FD -> ZF1EJ, VK4YB, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L; W5EST presents: ''Use Ellipsoids to Sketch QSB-Producing E-Region Contours''
Poor band conditions continue for North America but a few operators fight through noise and QSB, bringing considerable effort to complete evening QSO's; Decent night in the Pacific including ZL2IT -> KPH, K9FD // VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // VK4AQJ -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L
Evening activity was good for midweek but noise remains overwhelming for many; Pacific reports down due to weather, noise and equipment problems for a few stations but some paths remained active including VK -> JA; W5EST presents: ''Oil Film Analogy to Disturbance Waves in E-Region''
Dreadful evening and morning for noise in some parts of North America; Trans-Pacific QSO season starting to show signs of life as VK4YB reported by W7IUV on JT9 this morning; W6RYO seeking his first reported JT9 QSO during the evenings - look for him and give him a call!
Not a great night anywhere but geomagnetic field is recovering following G1 storm conditions in the previous session; North American operators report extreme instability through the evening and this morning; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were just average while Pacific Rim openings retreated following recent improvements
G1 storm conditions return this morning, probably a bit late for North American enhancements to be observed but the Pacific began to show signs of life on trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including K5DNL -> ZL2IT // VK4YB -> K5DNL, W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // ZL2IT, VK5FQ, VK3DQ, VK4YB -> K9FD (/KH6) // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L; KL7L portable antenna testing for future KH6 activation presumably on hold until his high latitude QTH recovers from G1 storm conditions
Comparable domestic session to the previous in North America with slightly lower activity levels but good openings including some transcontinental and mumerous QSO's nevertheless; VK4YB reports that the Pacific was poor but some of the usual trans-Pacific suspects reported his signal so it was down but not out; DJ2FP practices antenna innovation and creativity from his new QTH
Storms and 'wild ride QSB' did not overshadow this very good night of activity in North America with numerous JT9 and CW QSO's completed, some of which were relatively long-haul for Summer; W6RYO QRV JT9 for presumably first time on 630 meters - who will be his first reported QSO?; Pacific openings were near average but Pacific Rim VK -> JA path makes a strong return
Still teetering on the edge of average early August band conditions but many transcontinental openings were observed on JT9 and WSPR in North America while CW probably still needs a few dB to take advantage of solid sky wave openings; Another good night for Pacific to western North American openings and VK -> JA openings are trying to improve a bit more
Back to average propagation in North America with high noise reported on both sides of the continent and points in between; Some transcontinental openings observed, however; Good night in and around the Pacific; WA3TTS presents ''Multiband EWE Using RC Termination''
Decent session with elevated noise and slightly reduced activity but the band was definitely open to somewhere; Pacific paths were good but down slightly from the previous session with slightly fewer inland reports for VK4YB; W5EST presents: ''Estimate JT9 Decode Probability from JT9 QSO Duration'''
Very good propagation in North America in spite of some early openings possibly masked by noise with Pacific openings reaching into the eastern US and points in between; WU3C completes her first reported QSO with W3TS; W5EST presents: ''QSO Duration for 80% Chance of 630m JT9 QSO: 6min. / p''
Numerous high quality openings observed in North America, particularly this morning as the Fall pattern begins to show itself on the horizon; Nice night for trans-Pacific and Pacific paths including numerous openings for VK, ZL, JA, KL7 and KH6 plus openings extending into the North American mainland
Significantly better activity compared to the previous session with many QSO's completed during the evening in North America; Trans-Pacific openings were solid with numerous reports for VK4YB including two reports from new station N5AVF in the south central US and unseasonably high 21 reports for VK4YB at KR7O; K5DNL makes the long trip to VK4YB and VK3HP -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD; W0YSE reported a good night in the West including KL7L hearing Neil's 100 mW EIRP signal; Others in the Pacific report a solid regional night including VK5FQ, VK3HP, VK3DQL, VK4YB, ZL2IT -> K9FD; When will trans-Atlantic reports become an everyday thing again?
Fairly low activity in North America but good band conditions observed and excellent Pacific openings were present into the eastern US including K9FD -> NO3M, K3MF and N9RU to name a few; Also a good night around the Pacific and western Pacific-Rim region including K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L // VK3HP, VK5FQ, VK4YB, KL7L -> K9FD (/KH6) // VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV, W0YSE, KR7O, KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU
Another very good, albeit very QSB session with high activity, resulting in many completed QSO's; Nice transcontinental openings reported by K3MF -> W7IUV, VE6JY; Trans-Pacific openings were robust, particularly into the interior US with reports of K5DNL -> ZL2AFP plus VK4YB -> K5DNL, VE6JY, W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4 // K9FD -> VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, KL7L // VK5FQ, VK3HP, VK4YB, KL7L, ZL2IT -> K9FD; Pacific-rim VK -> JA path is slightly better than recent sessions as K9FD receives reports from JA1PKG for second consecutive session after long dryspell
Nice propagation and high activity reported for North America including several transcontinental openings during the evening and overnight; A few good higher latitude openings were also present including K5DNL -> KL7L and K9FD -> W0DJK; Trans-Pacific openings were promising including VK5FQ -> KPH but VK4YB indicates that paths to JA and KL7 not open from the southern hemisphere; K9FD -> 7L1RLL4 plus VK and ZL paths were nominal
Bizarre session in spite of decent band activity with numerous one-way openings and in some cases nearly complete blackouts observed; Rapid, deep QSB present through the evening; Trans-Pacific openings reached well into the interior of North America including VK4YB -> KM5SW and K5DNL -> ZL2AFP
In spite of high storm noise in parts of North America, this was a very good session including transcontinental QSO's for W7IUV, K9KFR and NO3M; VK4YB reaches inland stations KM5SW and KR7O plus regulars KR6LA, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, AI6VN/KH6, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4 and JA3TVF
Noisy evening for North America but propagation and openings seemed to really shine overnight and this morning; Slightly more active geomagnetic conditions observed this morning; Good night in the Pacific including VK4YB reaching well into the interior of North America with reports from W7IUV and KM5SW; Decent night for Pacific Rim VK -> JA reports
Evening session results were pretty good but activity was down and noise levels were reported to be very high in many areas; Another good night in the Pacific where openings were mostly confined to the region and nearby surrounding areas including VK4YB -> KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG
Relatively poor evening band conditions reported in North America with rapid, deep QSB observed and high noise in some parts of the continent; In spite of difficulties with the band, many operators fought through it, completing QSO's; Pacific openings remained mostly in the Pacific but K5DNL -> K9FD, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP and a few JA and NA mainland openings for VK4YB
The band rebounds the other direction for this session, resulting in a very good night for North America and the Pacific; 73 and RIP to KC4SIT (SK)
Reports of turbulent evening propagation appear to have settled by morning as robust openings prevail in spite of continued elevated noise levels; Pacific paths improve significantly including VK -> JA, KH6, KL7; W5EST presents: ''630m JT9 QSOs: What Chances, How Quick?''
Band retreats considerably following several days of good propagation and manageable noise; Pacific paths are also down but VK2XGJ reports early transmissions from K9FD (/KH6)
Good propagation for North America with a bit more noise than previous sessions reported by several stations; W0YSE experiences a good night on JT9 at 150 mW EIRP; Decent Pacific openings including VK -> KL7, KH6 and US mainland but VK -> JA paths remain down
Average session for much of North America in July; Pacific region was down a bit on VK to JA paths but two-way openings for VK / ZL and KH6 were on target plus a few typical trans-Pacific openings for West coast stations and VK; New station 'N5ODX' seen reporting WSPR stations but also has QSO capabilities so who will be his first two-way?
Overall a very solid night for mid-July in North America in spite of slightly down activity levels compared to the previous session with nice, longer haul openings reported early in the evening for many; High noise continues to plague some areas, particularly in the West; Nice trans-Atlantic openings for K3MF, receiving reports from EI0CF as his report totals over a 1000 km increase significantly; Typical Pacific openings present although path between VK and JA was down a bit compared to recent sessions
Perhaps one of the best sessions in months with high eastern activity and many QSO's completed; W0YSE reports daytime ground wave decodes from W7IUV; Rare Summer trans-Atlantic opening for AA1A, receiving seven reports from EI0CF; Another good night in the Pacific including VK4YB -> KM5SW, KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK5FQ, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP; NO3M shares autotuner control and sensing logic in a Youtube video
Nice evening session in North America particularly during the later evening with transcontinental QSO's for W7IUV, NO3M and K9KFR; W0YSE reporting QRPp decodes from KL7L on both his receivers plus Neil completed his first JT9 QSO in several months; KM5SW reaches across the eastern iron curtain for a few previously elusive and rare reports; Pretty good night for Pacific, Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, AI6VN, K9FD, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4 // VK4AQJ, VK3HP, ZL2IT -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L; Don't forget 'Night of Nights XX' tonight!
Good activity reported in parts of the East but storms and high noise in the central US plus good one-way transcontinental JT9 openings for NO3M at W7IUV; More of the same for the Pacific with nice reciprocal openings for VK and KH6 plus one way reports for VK in JA
Unanticipated G1 storm conditions observed overnight but while propagation was pretty good, QSB was very active early in North America and no real enhancement was observed or reported from active geomagnetic conditions; Pacific openings remain on autopilot with nice reports for VK in JA plus a number of trans-Pacific reports including K5DNL -> ZL2IT; W5EST presents ''What the K5DNL-w0djk 630m Path Can Tell Us''
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions provide a bit of an evening boost for many stations in the east and while activity was decent during the early evening, the enhancement peak was underutilized; Good night for trans-Pacific openings, particularly for signals moving East including report for VK4YB at K9FD, KM5SW, KPH, AI6VN, JR1IZM, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA and JA3TVF plus VK4AQJ, VK5FQ, VK3HP, ZL2IT -> K9FD // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK1DSH, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP
More of the same as lightning crashes cover otherwise decent propagation in North America but some hopeful reports observed including NN0W -> KM5SW for the first time since January and 100 mW W0YSE -> KL7L/9AY; Pacific paths rebound a bit, including K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP // VK4YB -> KR7O, KJ6MKI, KPH, AI6VN, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA, JA3TVF //VK4AQJ, ZL2IT -> K9FD (/KH6)
Like the previous session, underlying propagation seemed pretty good in North America but 'aggressive QSB', storms and ongoing historically bad noise conditions put a damper on some of the action; Regionally, W0YSE reported a good session at 50 mW EIRP; Pacific Rim paths were down but Pacific and some trans-Pacific paths remain consistent
The band was open but ongoing QRN from wide spread storms masked available propagation which was compounded by a low activity session in North America; Improved session on Pacific and trans-Pacific paths including K5DNL -> ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Getting in Shape for 630m Daytime JT9 Sky Wave QSOs''
Very high noise reported by many stations but longer openings were strong, including K3MF -> EI0CF, VE6JY // AA1A -> EI0CF plus W7IUV reports strong propagated storm noise in spite of none closer than 900 miles; Trans-African openings return again for IW4DXW at FR5DH; Pacific hurricane increases noise levels and impact activity
While often difficult to compare poor sessions, this one was probably worse than the previous but activity was marginally better and a few more QSO's were completed in North America; Underlying propagation appeared to be pretty good, however; Pacific numbers were down a bit but Pacific Rim openings between JA and VK remain pretty good
Mostly poor session for North America but there were a few bright spots including W0YSE -> KL7L as 20 mW EIRP testing continues; Largely regional openings reported in and around North America as storm noise impacts many operators; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings continue to provide results, particularly on longer paths including VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV/SW, W7IUV/W, W7IUV/8L, KJ6MKI/B, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA // K9FD -> KL7L, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Summer 900km Daytime 630m JT9 Receptions: K5DNL-km5sw''
Many noisy storms around North America but it was a relatively average Summer night for QSO's and reports; Transcontinental openings return for a few stations including K3MF -> VE6JY, KM5SW -> K3MF and K2BLA -> KM5SW; Good QRPp session for W0YSE, receiving 20 mW EIRP reports from the western region; Another solid session in the Pacific region including VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV/B, KJ6MKI/B, KL7L, AI6VN/BEV, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP // VK5FQ, VK4AQJ -> K9FD
Decent activity for the first night of July in North America including the return of N1HO operating again from North Carolina; Mostly regional openings and QSO's observed and completed as storms may have impeded some activity and listening; W0YSE returns to air with system that requires less maintenance with more tests planned for the future; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings remain in a pattern with numerous long reports, including VK4YB -> KJ6MKI/B, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK5FQ -> K9FD, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // VK5FQ, VK3HP, VK4AQJ -> K9FD (/KH6) // K9FD -> VK2XGJ, VK4YB, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L
Average night for Summer activity with a few JT9 openings spreading further west on a consistent basis; Storms impacted a number of stations including some Pacific activity but observed openings were good including rare AI6VN (KH6) report of VK4YB plus several other trans-Pacific and Pacific-Rim reports for VK4YB; Daytime tests at K5DNL continue with reports at KE7A and KM5SW
Good late evening activity with above normal QSO totals for this Summer in North America in spite of elevated noise levels and rapid QSB; Nice trans-Pacific openings for K5DNL, reported by ZL2IT, plus a good night overall in the Pacific with openings between VK and JA as well as VK, ZL, KL7 and KH6; AB5S preps his portable station for possible future portable operations in Arkansas and Louisiana; W5EST presents: ''630m RF Power Transformer: SWR at Different Antenna Tuning Settings''
Another average night as Summer band conditions move forward with mostly regional QSO's reported but some longer WSPR openings observed overnight; Decent night of Pacific and trans-Pacific openings reported for VK, ZL, JA, KH6 and western North America; VK5BUG seeking contributions for upcoming book geared toward North American operators
Noisy night with slightly below average activity levels but underlying propagation was probably pretty good, especially at lower latitudes, including opening for K2BLA at KM5SW; Pacific openings were quite robust including first time trans-Pacific opening for VK4AQJ at KPH and slightly improved Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA
Interesting session that had only minimal band activity but transcontinental JT9 opening reported for NO3M at W7IUV and K5DNL decoded by both receivers at KL7L; High noise and storms in the Pacific impacted operating there but a few Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings reported for VK4YB by KPH, JA1PKG and 7L1RLL4; W5EST presents: ''630m RF Power Transformer: Why Can Tuning for Max Field Strength Be Different From Tuning for 1:1 SWR at TX?''
Reasonably good session with the eastern portions of North America enjoying the best evening results while high noise plagued a number of areas; K3MF tests a portable Marconi-T made from an 80m dipole for JT9 QSO's and WSPR and shares transcontinental report honors with K2BLA, who was operating at 200 mW TPO, both receiving reports from VE6JY; W0YSE enjoyed a good session, reporting K5DNL and others with his E-probe; Similar results at KR7O; Pacific openings were down but the ones observed were quite good including VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK3NFI, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP
In spite of high noise levels from on going storms, several operators made a night of it, completing tough QSO's in the eastern half of North America; More transcontinental openings between K3MF and VE6JY; Pacific activity was down due to strong storms near KH6 but VK4YB was successfully heard at W7IUV/L, W7IUV/W, KJ6MKI/B, KPH, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4 and JA3TVF
'Field day' felt very different depending on who you asked but daytime ground wave and early evening sky wave activity on 630 meters was a successful undertaking for a small group of 630 meter operators; Some long haul paths were quite good including transcontinental openings between K3MF and VE6JY plus nice trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including VK4YB -> VE6JY, W7IUV/L, W7IUV/W, W7IUV/LL, KR7O, KJ6MKI/B, KPH, K9FD, JA9MAT, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // VK5FQ -> K9FD, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3ZYC, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG // KL7L, VK5FQ, VK3DQL, VK4AQJ, ZL2IT -> K9FD
Longest day of the year and not the best evening band conditions we've seen recently but many operators fought through the difficulties to complete a nice compliment of QSO's; Pacific Rim JA path roars back to life after the previous session experienced a shutout as VK4YB receives reports from JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA and JA3TVF plus trans-Pacific reports from W7IUV/O, W7IUV/W, W7IUV/L, KJ6MKI/B, KPH and K9FD; Nice night for many others in the Pacific as well; K3MF reports the return of transcontinental openings to VE6 following a few day's hiatus
Much improved session for many in North America with lower noise and good activity reported; W0NW completes his first QSO using CW with AI8Z; IW4DXW makes the long trek across Africa to FR5DH for the third consecutive night; The longest day of the year is here meaning that longer nights are somewhere on the horizon; K9FD returns to air following amplifier repair but Pacific openings were down compared to recent sessions; W5EST presents: ''630m TX Matching: Toroid Feeds Vacuum Cap to Big TX Loop at AA1A''
Early evening activity was pretty good but noise covered many signals making QSO's tough; Quiet geomagnetic conditions were more active by morning; W7IUV shares encouraging multi - receiver / receive antenna results following a night of better testing; FR5DH reports IW4DXW again on a long haul across Africa; Strong Pacific session with numerous trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings reported by several stations
Decent, even good, domestic propagation around North America in spite of some regions reporting high noise; Even better openings in the Indian ocean as FR5DH reported DL7NN and IW4DWX for the first time in months; Excellent propagation for Pacific region as Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings surge including VK4YB -> KM5SW, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK5FQ -> K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA
Another marginally average domestic session that seemed to improve overnight but storm noise continues to make an impact to operating and activity; W7IUV reported a nice opening to VK4YB this morning and the first in a week; Nice night for the Pacific region, including Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings for VK, JA and KH6 plus western regions of mainland North America; K9FD hearing well, including reports of ZF1EJ; W5EST presents: ''Field Day and 630m: Past and Present''
Near average QSO activity compared to recent sessions including JS8CALL contact for WB4JWM and W5DFN; K3MF received trans-Atlantic WSPR reports from EI0CF and transcontinental reports from VE6JY; W0IOO in Nebraska QRV WSPR, testing his system in preparation for future QSO's to put state on the map; K9FD (/KH6) returns to receiving after reporting lightning related event last week; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings look pretty good including VK3DQL, ZL2IT, KL7L -> K9FD and VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF
Similar session to recently reported with mostly regional QSO's but K3MF receives WSPR reports from VE6JY on transcontinental path and KM5SW enjoys reasonable North / South openings with VE6JY; KL7L enjoys a couple of nice salt water openings to the West coast; VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA, JA3TVF; Brief but moderate geomagnetic disturbance observed during the evening
Lackluster session for much of North America as low activity and high noise persist in many areas while some regions receive some relief with decreased noise levels; Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings continue for VK4YB, receiving reports from KJ6MKI, KPH, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA and JA3TVF; W5EST presents: ''Viewpoint: Should You Drive an Unresonated 630m Antenna with an RF Power Transformer Directly?''
Activity down during this session but long North American domestic openings were observed as very late unsettled solar wind conditions impact the geomagnetic field; Noise levels were low enough for WB4JWM and NO3M to completed an evening CW QSO; KL7L has a decent session as he tests his new transmit antenna in spite of 24 hours of daylight; W5EST presents: ''Power Toroid in the Shack or at Antenna Base? QSY & Off-Resonance''
Excellent propagation and activity in and around North America as the roller coaster ride continues; Transcontinental openings reported for K3MF at W7IUV and VE6JY; Trans-Pacific and Pacific openings extended to K5DNL with reports from ZL2IT plus VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4 and JA3TVF; KL7L may be testing replacement transmit antenna in coming session; W5EST presents: ''Reports of RF Power Transformers Used by 630m Stations''
Band retreated following a good previous session and relatively quiet conditions during the evening gave way to high noise in many areas by morning; K3MF reports transcontinental decodes from W7IUV and VE6JY; Pacific openings continue for VK4YB with reports from W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA and JA3TVF; W5EST presents: ''RF Power Toroid Losses on 630m''
Significant propagation improvements observed and good band activity as lower noise was present for much of North America while parts of the Southeast continue to be plagued by storms; Pacific paths were about the same including VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JA3TVF
Good evening session reported in eastern portions of North America including numerous QSO's and first trans-Atlantic reports in a few weeks for EI0CF at K3MF and WA3TTS; Pacific rim and trans-Pacific openings were ok including reports for VK4YB at VE6JY, KJ6MKI, KPH, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4 and JA3TVF
Surprise G1 storm conditions briefly manifest during the evening in North America bringing lots of QSB; Central US signals push through the noise to the West coast as K5DNL reported at KR7O; Session dominated by regional openings; Pacific activity was down as K9FD possibly experiences a lightning event in the last few days but VK4YB reported on trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim paths at KJ6MKI, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA and JA3TVF; Weekend band activity posted at end of today's report as numerous faithful stations submit their statistics
Average to below average band activity and completed QSO's as storm noise continues to impact operating; Pacific salt water paths remain good and on autopilot as openings between VK and JA, KH6, North America continue with reasonable reliability; No reports for Friday or Saturday of this week
Several JT9 QSO's completed in the East as QSB ravages the band early in the evening in North America but several transcontinental reports were observed overnight; Pretty good night for openings between VK and KH6 as well as VK and JA; W5EST presents: ''Power Density from 30’ Cage 630m Mini TX Vertical by N1DAY, KC4SIT, W4IOE''
Unlike the previous session, the band didn't show signs of early life after sunset and QSB caused some QSO attempts to drag on for some time; Longer openings were observed overnight, however; Pacific paths were down a bit but a few of the usual suspects were present on salt water paths
More of the same in North America as QSO activity focuses on the Midwest and southeastern US with no end in sight for bad weather; DST values trend to positive levels so some paths may have been serviceable but noise limited; Salt water paths looked pretty good in the Pacific
Some of the worst noise ever reported in this blog during this session as storms rage on across the North America but for those who could hear, some propagation may have been ''...the best seen in weeks''; Quiet conditions prevail in Oceania as VK4YB and VK5FQ share a nice, long phone QSO; Trans-Pacific openings were healthy, including VK4YB -> W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU; Nice Pacific opening including K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP // VK5FQ, VK3WRE, ZL2IT, VK4YB -> K9FD; JA openings were down again
K3MF reports that he was heard by several transcontinental stations overnight as propagation seemed OK but was noise and activity limited; Phone round table develops during the evening in Australia with VK4YB, VK5FQ and VK3DQL; Pacific openings are down just a bit with long haul reports for VK4YB -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA // K9FD -> VK3WRE, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG; W5EST presents: ''30’ Tall Cage 630m Mini TX Vertical by N1DAY, KC4SIT, W4IOE''
This session was actually OK in spite of on going noise as domestic WSPR reports were decoded a bit further from their sources and a few stations managed to be QRV for the first time in a while, logging a few QSO's; KM5SW reports daytime openings to K5DNL at 560 miles; KE7A and KB5NJD complete their first phone QSO on 630 meters; Pacific saltwater paths remain on autopilot including openings for K9FD (/KH6) to VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP and KL7L // VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF
Storms blanketed much of North America but a few regional QSO's were completed; Geomagnetic field continues to show signs of elevated activity; Pacific openings were decent but perhaps down a bit from the previous session, including VK4YB -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JA3TVF, JH3XCU // K9FD -> KL7L/9AY, VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP
Poor band conditions continue as noise remains very high but a few stations reported glimmers of success during the evening and overnight; Geomagnetic conditions finally reach unsettled levels; Healthy night for Pacific openings including VK -> JA, KL7, KH6 and KH6 -> JA, VK, ZL
Dangerous storms in the Midwest impact activity as systems continue to march across North America; Many operators try to squeeze in QSO's and operating early in the evening before uncharacteristically high noise levels complicate their efforts; VK4YB continues to experience good Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including reports from KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA and JA3TVF; K9FD enjoys reasonable openings to Oceania, including VK7TW, VK3NFI, VK3WRE, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT and ZL1AFP; W5DFN recently acquires rights to transmit converter design and will begin shipping July 1
Weak sessions in North America continue as centralized noise keeps many off air or QRV early in the evening; Geomagnetic field becomes active and unsettled conditions are anticipated during the coming sessions; JA openings limited to the Pacific Rim as VK4YB receives reports from JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU and JA3TVF; Mostly one way paths between VK and KH6
Domestic propagation was probably a lot better than the results suggest as big storm noise continues and a holiday weekend is in progress in the US; Pacific openings were down a bit further during this session but Pacific Rim openings continue and K9FD receives his first JA report in some time from JA1PKG
Domestic propagation was pretty good in North America but central US and Midwest storm noise made operating a hit or miss undertaking; Pacific openings were a bit down but the path between Oceania and Asia remains serviceable including VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: Further 630m Challenges and Questions!''
Quieter band conditions early but also weaker or non-existent signals reported including a shut out at AA1A; Mostly regional QSO's reported early in the evening; Some Pacific-Rim and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, K9FD, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // VK3HP -> KPH, K9FD // ZL2IT -> K9FD // K9FD -> KL7L, VK3NFI, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP
A quiet start to the evening transitioned to very strong noise levels in North America from devastating storms in the Midwest; While quiet, the band was quite serviceable leading to numerous regional JT9 QSO's; Pacific openings were decent but possibly a bit down from the previous session
Much quieter night reported by many stations and very reasonable propagation observed but activity was down; KM5SW reports K2BLA's 200 mW once again; VE6WZ reverse beacon node reports first signal in weeks; Pacific openings were decent for salt water paths and beyond including VK4YB -> W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK5FQ -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG // K9FD -> KL7L, VK7TW, VK3BFI, VK3WRE, VK2DDI, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP // ZL2IT -> K9FD
More of the same as big storms impact listening and made QSO timing very important due to QSB; Good night for salt water paths in the Pacific including VK4YB -> JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF, K9FD, KL7L, KPH // VK5FQ -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3NFI, VK3WRE, VK2DDI, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''630m Challenges and Questions Since January 2018!''
Mostly poor session for much of North America as many reports suggest noise was significantly worse than propagation; Pacific openings over salt water remain lackluster; Storm systems continue to march across the US and will probably continue to impact activity and listening this week
Many in North America reported persistent high noise from storms in the Central US but like most nights, QSO's and reports continued, albeit with a bit more difficulty; As the geomagnetic field quietens once again, AA1A reported a single trans-Atlantic opening to G6ECH following a dry spell; Pacific salt water paths were down from recent sessions but some paths persisted at weaker signal levels; W5EST presents: ''Twin-Coax L-Network Matching to a Top-Loaded 630m Vertical''
Slight improvements in propagation reported in North America but noise worse than previous sessions; No additional G1 storming observed as many values return to normal; Salt water paths prevail in the Pacific, including VK3HP -> K9FD, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU // VK4YB -> NU6O, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD (/KH6) -> VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L, KL7L/9AY
Tough to put a positive spin on this session: High noise from storms in key areas of North America severely impacted activity and hearing; G1 storm watch remains in effect but so far additional storming has not materialized; Salt water paths in the Pacific enjoyed some success
Poor propagation and typical low activity for midweek prevail but the domestic session was not a total loss with North American QSO's reported for WB4JWM, K4AEK, KB8U and N9RU; Active geomagnetic conditions expected to potentially continue for a few more sessions; Pacific paths were healthy between VK, ZL, KH6 and KL7 plus a few JT9 reports in Japan
Unsettled to storm levels continue as regional openings in North America hang on plus a few longer haul openings overnight; High latitude paths were mostly down but healthy Pacific paths included numerous VK and ZL stations heard in KH6 and VK4YB -> W7IUV, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3NFI, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG, KL7L
Surprise! Rare G3 storm levels observed overnight and while they lacked the typical behavior prior to onset, there may have been some enhancements observed on longer haul paths, most notably in the Pacific; Good night in North America with lots of QSO's including afternoon regional QSO for W8BYA and N9RU; Rough QSB and noise during the early evening improved considerably by late evening
Similar session to the previous where band shows signs of improvement as the evening progressed; Decent Pacific and trans-Pacific paths including K5DNL -> ZL2AFP // VK4YB -> W7IUV, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3HJ, VK3ANX, VK3DB, VK3ALZ, VK3WRE, VK2DDI, VK4YB, ZL3003SWL, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''T-Section Matching from the Shack to a Top-Loaded 630m Vertical''
Nice band improvements observed in North America in spite of on going storm noise - additional weekend activity didn't hurt; While GMF remains unsettled, improvements seem to be rapid for mid-latitudes; VK to JA path is quite healthy while KH6 to JA path is down
Coronal mass ejection arrives, triggering G1 storm conditions and a slight enhancement that resulted in a nice, rare opening for ZF1EJ to ZL2AFP; More of the same for domestic paths as noise continues to mask many openings however several regional QSO's were completed; Good night for Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK5FQ ->JA5AEA // VK3HP -> K9FD // K9FD -> VK3DQL, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JR1IZM, VE6JY, KM5SW, KL7L; For the moment, long haul openings appear to be headed in the right direction, but will it continue?
The pattern continues as very high noise impedes some stations in North America, leaving mostly regional QSO's for a select few; Pacific paths were marginally better including VK -> JA, KL7, KH6 and the mainland but openings remain subpar, even for the late season
Regional openings in North America cycled up a bit overnight compared to recent sessions including 200 mW K2BLA reports at KU4XR but band still seems to be struggling; Long haul openings in the Pacific continue to mostly be limited to salt water paths and even those are down; ON7YD reports that a SlowJT9 beta release is available; K9FD (/KH6) checking for receiver problems as his reports are down but ZF1EJ -> K9FD path was good; Something isn't right about the band over the last few months and the cause remains elusive
Another tough night of poor propagation for North America where ''the early bird got the worm''; Storm system brings high noise to North America that will impact the eastern half of the continent for the coming days; Coronal mass ejection may impact geomagnetic field by weekend, possibly bringing onset enhancements - we can hope!; Trans-Pacific openings were mostly limited to salt water paths and were generally unimpressive
Slightly better night for North America but a high number of mostly regional openings persist as the shorter nights are getting in the way of good radio; Some longer continental / transcontinental openings also present including K2BLA -> WY0V and KE7A -> VE6JY; Pacific openings were down but Pacific Rim openings between JA and VK persist including VK4YB -> JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU
Disappointing night for North America with mostly regional openings as many operators struggle to be heard outside of their local areas; Salt water paths prevail in the Pacific for VK4YB, receiving reports from KJ6MKI, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG and JA5AEA to name just a few; K9FD (/KH6) -> VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2DDI, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, WA3TTS, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, KL7L; WE6Z completes his first reported 630 meter CW QSO with W7IUV this weekend; W5EST presents: ''630m Vertical with ‘Inductive Top Hat’ for Small Real Estate''; Brief Saturday and Sunday redux while I was away
Storms and storm noise continue to be a problem in North America but several operators continue to fight through the challenges, completing regional QSO's; K2BLA reported nice transcontinental WSPR openings for his 200 mW EIRP signal; Salt water path performance continues to be session highlight for ZF1EJ, VK5FQ, VK4YB, VK3DQL, VK3HP, ZL2IT, VK3WRE -> K9FD // VK4YB -> NU6O, KJ6MKI, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2XGJ, ZL2IT, VE6JY, KL7L; No daily reports for Saturday or Sunday this week
Session of reported decent propagation was severely marred by strong storms and associated noise in North America; Salt water paths prevailed in the Pacific as long haul openings improve including VK4YB -> VE6JY, KJ6MKI/B, KPH, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK3HP -> KJ6MKI/B // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, ZL2IT, JA1PKG, JR1IZM, KL7L
Very poor session due to storms in the eastern two-thirds of North America; Most two-way QSO's were regional in nature; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings were present but down from recent sessions; W5EST presents: ''630m in May, June, July: Try a Refreshing Change of Pace?''
Mostly average session with early, regional QSO's reported in North America; Trans-Atlantic openings were a nice surprise, however, including IW4DXW -> K3MF; Pacific band conditions were reported to be down and seemingly impacted by elevated QRN but a few long openings persist, including VK4YB -> KL7L
Slow start to this session in North America as the band didn't settle down until late evening, indicative of Summer band conditions; Reports suggest that Pacific openings may be down or slow to open but VK4YB received numerous reports from JA stations
Quieter session for the East but mostly regional QSO's reported; W0YSE reported a transcontinental JT9 transmission from K9KFR; N1HO reported by K9FD (/KH6); Nice trans-Atlantic openings including ZF1EJ, K3MF -> TF4M and EI0CF -> K3MF; Another strong night for Pacific including VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // VK3HP -> JA1PKG // VK5FQ -> JH3XCU // W1CK -> ZL2IT // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK2XGJ, ZF1EJ, N3FL, VK4YB, K2BLA, WA3TTS, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA1PKG.
Brief transcontinental openings reported by W7IUV of K9KFR's JT9 transmissions but fading prevented a QSO from being completed; Summer conditions are approaching quickly as high noise was reported in the East, limiting many operators to regional QSO's; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings remain on autopilot including quality openings for VK4YB -> SWLK5 (North Texas), VE7BDQ, KR7O, KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JH1INM, JA0HXV, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K5DNL -> VK4YB, ZL2IT
Decent domestic propagation, particularly later in the evening, including many transcontinental openings but active QSB and high QRN reported in the East as a storm system continues its march across North American; Trans-Atlantic openings return for EI0CF; Pacific paths were healthy including numerous trans-Pacific openings for VK4YB plus great Pacific Rim paths to JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH1INM, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA and JA3TVF // VK5FQ -> JA1PKG, JA5AEA // K9FD -> VK7TW, ZF1EJ, K3MF, VK4YB, WA3TTS, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, WA9CGZ, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, W0JW, JR1IZM, KL7L; WB4JWM presents ''MOSFET devices used as DC switches in amplifiers''
Not a very good night as activity in the West was down considerably and activity in the East was challenging due to storm noise but a handful of stations fought the poor domestic band conditions, completing a few QSO's early in the evening; Quality of propagation depends on who you ask or when you were QRV; Pacific paths were pretty good including openings between Oceania, Hawaii, Alaska and Japan and a nice WSPR report for ZF1EJ at ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Viewpoint: Single Terminated Loop RX Antenna Connects Both Ends to Multiple 630M Receivers''
Many of the usual cast of operators in North America put up a valiant, early on-air effort as seasonal noise and storms impact much of North America; Trans-Atlantic openings center around EI0CF activity; VK4YB reports that ANZAC day begins at midnight as well as the presence of a 'Mackerel Sky'; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions possible in the coming session; WA3TTS and W5EST present: ''EWE RX Antenna Pattern Consequences of Adding 630m Antenna Signals''
Poor band conditions for North America due to very high noise levels from storms in the central US and Midwest but propagation was actually quite good including trans-Atlantic and transcontinental openings for WA3U, receiving reports from KR7O, PA0O and G0LUJ; Good Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD, JA9MAT, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK2XGJ, VK4YB, WA3TTS, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, JR1IZM
Relatively poor domestic session for North America in spite of a few highlights early in the session as many report elevated to high noise from central US storms; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings look pretty good including K5DNL, NU6O -> ZL2IT // VK4YB -> K5DNL, KR7O, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JA3TVF, K9FD // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK3LM, VK3WRE, VK3ZYC, VK4YB, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JR1IZM; Outbound JA openings also present including JA3TVF -> K9FD
Quiet band conditions return for North America and operators take advantage, completing numerous QSO's on JT9 and CW; AI8Z completes his first QSO's this week from new QTH in Cortez, CO; Pacific and Pacific Rim paths continue to perform reasonably well including VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF
Noisy but decent night for the most part, particularly later in the evening as transcontinental openings make an appearance for a few stations; Strong night for the Pacific including VK5FQ -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA, JA3TVF // NU6O -> ZL2IT; W5EST presents: ''Antenna Concepts for Canceling 630m Storm Noise and Clear Weather Sferics''
Seasonal storms continue to complicate operating but a few QSO's were completed in the early evening; Decent night in the Pacific while longer trans-Pacific signals seemed to run out of steam by the time they reached western North America
Strong storms kept most of the eastern half of North America under watches or warnings with very high noise levels impacting much of the continent; Propagation seemed to under perform in quieter areas as well in spite of favorable DST values suggesting some other mechanism is in play; W5EST presents: ''Storm-free Night Sferics on 630m: Modeling Results''
High points of the previous session retreat leaving deep QSB and weaker signals; Increased noise reported in the West as the next storm system moves across North America; Pacific paths were average but there were a few highlights including VK4YB -> KL7L and VK5FQ -> JA1PKG
Band conditions turn around in a big way allowing good propagation to shine on very high levels of operator activity and allowing numerous JT9, FT8 and CW QSO's to be completed; Trans-Atlantic openings favored one-way paths like EI0CF -> K3MF, WA3TTS; Good night in the Pacific including JA1PKG -> KL7L, K9FD // VK5FQ -> K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // VK4YB -> KL7L, W0YSE, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA5AEA // K9FD -> VK7TW, VK5AZL/2, ZF1EJ, VK4YB, JA0HXV, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, JA8SCD5, JR1IZM
Big storms continue to wreak havoc on parts of the eastern US but it was actually a decent session as many stations were active as they the situation allowed; Propagation was pretty good but was masked by high noise in many cases; Another good night in the Pacific including VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD, JR1IZM, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA , JA3TVF // K9FD -> JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, JR1IZM; W5EST presents: ''Storm-free Nighttime Noise: Sferics Patterns on 630m''
Weather in the eastern half of the US seriously impacted operators and activity during the evening, moderating slightly in some areas by morning; Numerous operators report the return of AI8Z's signal using WSPR; Trans-Atlantic paths were down considerably but EI0CF -> K3MF was a bright spot; Decent night of trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including VK4YB -> VE6JY, KM5SW JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, JH3XCU, JA5AEA JA3TVF // NU6O, VE7CA -> ZL2IT; W5EST presents: ''Storm-free Atmospherics: Estimating Daytime Noise Patterns on 630m''
Relatively quiet start to the evening in North America was accentuated by deep QSB reports from several stations but good activity resulted in a number of regional QSO's; Trans-Atlantic reports return, including K3MF -> DK7FC/P, G0LUJ; Trans-Pacific openings only favored western regions of North America and overall openings were down, mostly limited to Pacific regions
Great domestic band conditions reported for North America including low noise and strong propagation which brought uncharacteristically high evening activity for April; Trans-Atlantic paths retreated considerably while trans-Pacific paths were average for this time of year including K9FD -> JA0HXV, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JR1IZM; Pacific Rim paths were decent including VK5FQ -> JR1IZM, 7L1RLL4 // VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4; KL7L returns to transmitting from Alaska and experiences a decent session
High winds impacted activity in several parts of North America but a few stations were active during the evening, successfully completing QSO's or receiving reports; High noise returned during the evening for parts of North America but some areas reported quiet conditions this morning; Trans-Pacific paths seemed down but VK4YB -> KL7L and other western North American stations; K9FD (/KH6) reaching eastern portions of North America and Caribbean; Trans-Atlantic openings also down but K3MF reporting openings to F59706; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions possible in coming sessions
Noise levels remain high for some stations in North America while others report significant improvements that led to completed QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings included K3MF -> F6GEX, G0LUJ; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths favored longer haul openings including first time reports for N1HO at K9FD (/KH6) and K5DNL -> VK4YB
Some transcontinental openings reported as elevated noise continued during the evening but significant improvements for many were observed by morning; More unsettled geomagnetic conditions observed this morning; Reasonable trans-Atlantic openings reported including K3MF -> DL4RAJ, G0LUJ // G3KEV -> W1LE, VE3CIQ; Trans-Pacific paths limited to western regions of North America but K9FD reaching NO3M and ZF1EJ on Pacific and transcontinental paths; W5EST presents: ''What Storms’ Night Sky Wave Arrival Angles Can Mean for You on 630m''
Noise conditions remain largely unchanged in the East but it wasn't a total washout; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return this morning; Nice trans-Atlantic reports on both sides of the pond, including K3MF -> DL4RAJ, PA0O, F59706, G0LUJ // EI0CF -> WA3TTS; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were similar to the previous session but probably down just a bit; W5EST presents: ''Distant Storms’ Night Sky Wave Arrival Angles on 630m''
Decreased signal levels reported by many stations well after dark as storm noise continues to ravage the band but in spite of challenges, numerous QSO's were completed; ZF1EJ transmitting again, receiving reports from G0LUJ; Another reasonable night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD + others on the western mainland of North America; Pacific openings to Japan were also nominal including K9FD -> JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JR1IZM and VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JA5AEA
Noisy but productive night for many stations in North America as good activity results in many QSO's completed; ON7YD reports trans-Atlantic JT9 transmissions from NO3M; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were probably about average but there were a few bright spots including VK3HP, VK5FQ, VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD
Extremely noisy evening for much of North America but some improvements by morning including reports from W7XU that path to VK4YB was best in several sessions; Solid trans-Atlantic openings continue for K3MF, receiving reports from DL4RAJ/2, DL4RAJ, PA0O and G0LUJ; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings include VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU and K9FD -> VK2XGJ, VK4YB, JA0HXV, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, JR1IZM
Very noise band conditions for much of North America as storms in the south central US signal the presence of Spring and Summer; Trans-Atlantic paths remain open including K3MF -> DH5RAE, DL4RAJ/2, DL4RAJ, F59706, F6GEX, EI0CF and N1HO -> EI0CF; Pacific paths are down a bit but VK4YB -> JA1PKG, JR1IZM, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JA3TVF and K9FD -> JA3TVF, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, JR1IZM
Great trans-Atlantic openings continue including numerous reports for K3MF, K5DNL and IW4DXW on their respective opposite sides of the pond; Band conditions seemed decent but QSO activity was down from previous sessions; Kp spiked early this morning sending DST values to moderately disturbed levels; Strong session on Pacific and trans-Pacific paths including VK -> JA, eastern US and KL7 -> JA, ZL; W5EST presents: ''Storm Sky Wave Arrival Angles on 630m, plus LOS''
Average session with mostly uncharacteristic quiet band conditions for April and a number of QSO's completed, particularly in the East; Decent transcontinental openings reported by KR7O; Solid trans-Atlantic openings as the geomagnetic field calms including K3MF -> DL4RAJ/2, DL4RAJ, PA0O, F59706, F1AFJ, F6GEX, G0LUJ and K5DNL -> F6GEX, F59706; Good night for Pacific-rim and trans-Pacific openings including VK5FQ -> JA1PKG, JR1IZM; KL7L -> ZL2AFP, JA0HXV, 7L1RLL4, JA1PKG, JR1IZM; W5EST presents: ''Nighttime Storm ‘Images’ in Your 630m Sky, Beyond LOS Distances''
Wild QSB and black outs reported during the evening but by morning, excellent propagation and big signals were observed as geomagnetic conditions destabilize a bit bringing a few enhancements; Good trans-Atlantic openings continue including W3TS -> PA0O, EI0CF -> WA3TTS and K3MF -> PA0A, F59706, F1AFJ, F6GEX, G1VWC, G0LUJ, TF4M; Pacific storms impacted stations in KH6 but K5DNL reported by VK4YB and VK4YB -> several eastern US stations
Strong night for trans-Atlantic openings including K3MF -> DH5RAE, DL4RAJ, DL0AO, DK7FC/P, PA0O, F6GEX, G0LUJ and K5DNL -> DL4RAJ, F5GEX; Domestic openings were about average with a fairly typical night of two-way QSO's reported in North America; Good night for trans-Pacific openings including KR6LA, K5DNL -> VK4YB but the presence of the 'diode effect' was apparent; Pacific Rim openings were solid including VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU
Domestic openings and activity were hopeful at the start of the session but seemed to deteriorate as the evening progressed; High noise reported by a number of stations but its presence moved around from evening to morning; Good trans-Atlantic openings, including K3MF -> DL4RAJ, PA0A, TF4M, EI0CF, G0LUJ; Pacific openings were reasonable but trans-Pacific paths were down from recent sessions
Geomagnetic conditions were a bit more active but the session turned out to be relatively average once again; Trans-Atlantic openings were decent including K3MF -> DL4RAJ, DL0AO, PA0O, G0LUJ; ZF1EJ provides reports for a number of stations overnight
Another relatively average session for late March but trans-Atlantic openings take a big hit compared to recent sessions; Noise was a major factor in North America resulting in numerous regional QSO's but a few longer openings were observed; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were average with a couple of reports of VK4YB at NO3M; Early JA openings were reasonable; Wildly changing morning openings observed
Good propagation brings significant improvements for trans-Atlantic openings that reached as far as the central US; Pretty good night for domestic openings and transcontinental reports and QSO's; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were plentiful with a few openings extending to the eastern US; KL7L/KH6 reports strong signals from K5DNL in spite of path obstructions
Average propagation for late March but elevated noise and lower activity impacted the session; QSB was a major player, as usual, and probably a bit more prolific on domestic openings during the evening; Early morning JT9 QSO attempt between VK4YB and W7IUV that 'ran out of string'; Decent transcontinental openings this morning including QSO for W3TS and W7IUV; K3MF enjoys trans-Atlantic reports from PA0A and G0LUJ
Very poor evening session with high noise and slightly unstable geomagnetic conditions as a weak CME finally arrives, but morning Pacific and trans-Pacific openings offer some hope with nice openings including VK4YB -> WA3TTS, NO3M and VK5FQ -> JA1PKG, JR1IZM; In spite of poor domestic conditions in North America, K5DNL, N1HO and K3MF report that trans-Atlantic openings were alive and well
Very quiet geomagnetic conditions continue as storm and elevated solar wind fails to manifest so far resulting in a very good session with lots of QSO's and reports including first time trans-Atlantic reports for N1HO by EI0CF; Strong session for transcontinental openings including numerous JT9 decodes of N1VF at NO3M; Trans-Pacific openings were also good, with VK4YB reaching the Midwest and eastern US; KL7L/KH6 receives several mainland stations in the shadow of a volcano that blocks the path
Very favorable and quiet geomagnetic conditions overnight but evening openings in North America favored eastern long haul paths over domestic; Nice 'bump' in trans-Atlantic openings including numerous reports for WA3U, DL4RAJ and K3MF; Some decent trans-Pacific openings reported including VK4YB -> NO3M, W7IUV, W0YSE, all of which have been under performing paths in recent sessions; Uncharacteristically unstable band conditions reported in North America to western destinations
In spite of several stations reporting elevated noise and bizarre fading, numerous domestic QSO's were completed; Much improved trans-Atlantic openings including W8BYA, K3MF -> EI0CF; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were also improved including K9FD -> JA0HXV, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4 and numerous eastern stations; VK4YB openings only extended to central US, however; Much improved Pacific rim opening including VK4YB -> JR1IZM, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, 7L1RLL4, JA3TVF
Slight evening improvements reported by some North American stations but otherwise very similar to the previous session as Spring begins; K5DNL and K3MF report trans-Atlantic openings as the path continues to hang on; Reasonable trans-Pacific openings, reaching to the eastern US but like other paths, was down slightly over recent highs; Pacific and Pacific Rim opening also experiencing some challenges as JA reports are down; G1 storms conditions could be on the horizon and flare potential may increase daytime absorption
Propagation retreated from previous session highs leaving a mostly average to below average night in North America where regional openings dominated; K3MF indicates that trans-Atlantic openings are holding on; Pacific paths were mostly typical while trans-Pacific opening were much less robust than the previous session
Strong propagation, quiet band conditions and great activity in North America start the week for one of the best sessions in a month; W8BYA completes his first QSO with NO3M using JT9 with many others following; Good night for trans-Pacific openings with near CW-level reports of VK4YB at NO3M but elevated noise in Oceania meant no QSO was possible; Trans-Atlantic openings were present but seemed down from the previous session.
Relatively average session for a Sunday night in March marked with early evening QSB; Stable band conditions observed this morning before sunrise including transcontinental JT9 for KR7O and W3TS and nice, stable CW rag chew for NO3M and KB5NJD; Trans-Atlantic openings retreat a bit but K3MF reports WSPR decodes from DL4RAJ; Fairly typical Pacific openings including VK3HP, VK5FQ, VK4YB, ZL2IT -> K9FD -> VK4YB, ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, JA0HXV, JA3TVF, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, 7L1RLL4, JH3XCU, JR1IZM; VK4YB -> K3MF; N1VF reports his first JT9 QSO from the new QTH with KI7KG
Unexpected G1 storm conditions early in the evening resulted in nice, enhanced band openings which complemented very high band activity well; Good trans-Atlantic openings reported during the evening, including K3MF -> 9A3KB, F59706, F6GEX, G0LUJ, GM4OAS; Nice transcontinental openings including QSO between K2BLA and KR7O resulting in new states for each; Strong night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB reports on the East coast; N1VF restrings loop with Cat5 'poor man's litz' and experiences nice initial results
Good activity and big improvements for the bulk of stations in North America after several days of generally poor band conditions; Trans-Atlantic openings reached into the central US as K5DNL received reports from F6GEX and EI0CF; Big showing from JA stations during this session including on-air activity from JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH3XCU and 7L1RLL plus high numbers of JA stations reporting K9FD including JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH1INM, JA1PKG, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, 7L1RLL and JR1IZM
It was a slow start in North America with QSB and below average signal levels but improvements were observed later in the evening and overnight resulting in a few transcontinental openings and QSO's including one between W7IUV and WA3U; Decent trans-Atlantic openings reported by K3MF including reports from DH5RAE, G0LUJ, EI0CF and GM4OAS; Average to slightly above average Pacific openings including VK3HP, VK4YB -> KL7L and several JA openings for VK4YB
Noise and associated storms dominated the evening for many North American stations but propagation seemed to be pretty good as several stations take advantage of improved morning band conditions; Some domestic reports of wild QSB swings and short distance openings but possibly an early evening feature; K3MF reported weak but present trans-Atlantic openings; Strong night for JA's in the Pacific, including JA1PKG -> K9FD and KL7L -> JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH3XCU, JA1PKG, JR1IZM plus K9FD -> JH3XCU, JA0HXV, JA3TVF, JR1IZM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG
Very poor evening session in North America drove many operators to try morning activity with significantly more success; Fast, deep QSB, constant, extreme QRN and mostly regional openings reported by operators who braved the evening session
Wild ride for many as signals varied drastically through the evening following an already slow start to the session; Mostly regional openings reported during the evening but KR7O indicated transcontinental openings were present on WSPR; K3MF continues to experience solid openings to Europe; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths continue to look pretty good for most stations; G1 storm conditions have not materialized so far but that doesn't mean the GMF was unscathed
Fair session that was probably a victim of the time change during the evening in North America, improving slightly overnight just in time for QSB to complicate operating by morning; Difficult paths open between KL7L and K3MF, W7XU; A few trans-Atlantic openings reported, including K3MF -> F59706, F6GEX, GM4OAS; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were a little above average; Unsettled to G1 storm conditions expected during coming sessions
Domestic band openings were short during the early evening but improved later allowing some transcontinental QSO's; QSB seemed to deteriorate overall band conditions as the evening progressed, however; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to make a showing for some WSPR users including K3MF, K5DNL and K2BLA; Trans-Pacific and Pacific paths are average including impressive long haul openings including VK4YB -> KL7L, K3MF; K9FD -> JA0HXV, JA3TVF; VK4YB -> JA3TVF
Outstanding session for the eastern two-thirds of North America with strong signals, high activity and wild QSB swings during the later evening that made for very exciting QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings continue as K3MF reported by DL4RAJ, F59706, LA2XPA, G3KEV, G0LUJ and GM4OAS; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings didn't venture far to the East, unlike recent sessions but North and South Path was favorable for KR7O, receiving JT9 reports from KL7L; Don't forget about the time change, which will likely impact operating times considerably
Propagation and activity favored mostly regional openings and QSO's during the evening in North America but trans-Atlantic openings make a nice showing with numerous reports submitted for G3KEV and K3MF; Trans-Pacific paths were less favorable compared to the previous session but VK4YB reported in Alaska, Japan and as far as eastern North America
Strong session and good activity for mid-week with lots of domestic QSO's completed; Numerous trans-Atlantic openings including JT9 transmissions from NO3M heard by G0LUJ and WSPR from K3MF reaching IW4DXW; Strong morning in Pacific as well including KL7L -> JA3TVF, 7L1RLL4, JA8SCD5, JA1PKG JR1IZM, K9FD and ZL2IT, VK3HP, VK4YB -> K9FD; VK4YB reported on East coast as Spring propagation beings to take shape
Excellent night for domestic propagation including numerous transcontinental openings and QSO's; Elevated evening noise improved by morning; VA7JX completed his first reported JT9 QSO's; Strong night for trans-Pacific openings including VK3HP -> KR7O, KPH, K9FD and KL7L -> JA0HXV, ZL2IT plus many eastern US reports for VK4YB
Good night for domestic propagation in North America using JT9 and CW including uncharacteristically strong signals in the southwestern US from VE3CIQ and transcontinental signals from W3TS reported at KR7O; W7XU reports a rare appearance on CW from WD8DAS that resulted in a QSO; Another solid night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> NO3M, W0ETH, W5TTY and K0KE; Low power WSPR success for K4LY and WB4JWM
Seemingly good propagation was spoiled by noise from strong, devastating storms in the Southeast; VE7JKZ completes his first reported JT9 QSO with KI7KG; Numerous trans-Pacific openings reported that reached into the Eastern US in some cases; Pacific JA openings appear down compared to recent sessions; No reports received for trans-Atlantic paths
Significantly improved band conditions with many QSO's completed including several for N1HO; NC0B completed unimpeded JT9 QSO with VK4YB; JH3XCU completed CW QSO with JD1AHC on Ogasawara; Good trans-Pacific openings reported plus K9FD's return following station rebuild
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue but long haul daytime and pre-sunset QSO's plus overnight transcontinental openings were reported; Trans-Pacific openings continue including VK4YB -> KL7L, N1VF, JA1PKG, JA0HXV, JA3TVF
Geomagnetic storm conditions persist but in many ways domestic openings during this session were better than the previous with decent activity and completed QSO's; N1HO reports ongoing success from Florida QTH at 50 mW EIRP; Trans-Pacific openings are healthy including VK4YB -> KL7L and central US stations
Geomagnetic conditions deteriorated rapidly during the evening as G1 storm conditions arrived with no sense of enhancement observed; Pacific paths seemed to fare better, particularly, but not limited to, North and South paths; Further evaluation of N1VF's loop presents solid results including reports of VK4YB; KL7L reporting strong aurora this morning
Difficult session for many stations in the Southcentral and Southeast as storm noise overwhelms receivers with another Summer preview forcing many operators to work very hard to find success; Many solid trans-Atlantic openings reported with WSPR and JT9 but it was a different landscape from the previous session's trans-Atlantic openings; W7XU works two new states (N1BUG and KU4XR) and receives first-time reports from ZL2IT; VE7BDQ -> JA0HXV; Rapidly changing geomagnetic conditions may lead to G1 storms levels in the coming session; W5EST presents: ''Preamps!''
Another strong session that got better with time culminating with a six station pile up for VK4YB this morning; Decent night reported for trans-Atlantic openings including KC4SIT reporting thirteen crossings overnight; N1VF experiences good results with the new loop following a single transmission; Nice trans-Pacific openings for a number of stations including VK4YB, K5DNL, NU6O and KL7L to name just a few
Strong session with numerous evening transcontinental QSO's completed plus an attempted QSO between W7XU and KL7L that was interrupted by QSB; Strong terrestrial storms and high winds impact stations in the Northeast; Quiet geomagnetic conditions continue but changes are ahead; W5DFN completed his first reported JT9 QSO's with WB4JWM; N1HO completed his first JT9 QSO from his Florida QTH; N1VF continues transmit loop testing from new home; Another very strong night for KL7L including reports from ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, VK4YB, JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH3XCU, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JR1IZM and SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Slow start to the evening and high noise gave the impression that the session was going to be poor but regional domestic QSO statistics look pretty good, plus a few usable transcontinental openings were present; KR7O receives first time trans-Pacific reports from ZL2AFP and NU6O received reports from VK4YB, ZL2IT and ZL2AFP for a decent session in the Pacific; Geomagnetic conditions are currently quiet and stable - will it hold?
Significant improvements with propagation, band conditions and operator activity after several down sessions; Another strong night in the Pacific with very good coverage for VK, JA, ZL, KL7 and KH6; Trans-Atlantic paths appear down but details are limited
Another mediocre night in North America although several QSO's were completed but activity remains down, presumably due to on going weather issues; Decent Pacific openings including VK5FQ -> KL7L, K9FD and K9FD -> JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH1INM, JE1JDL, JA1PKG, JR1IZM.
Another poor night in North America as weather keeps a number of operators off air while noise complicated operating for others; Moderately better this morning as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return; Trans-African path returns as FR5DH reports LA8AV and DH5RAE; Pacific path was better than average including JA1PKG -> K9FD and JA1PKG, JA3TVF -> KL7L
Challenging weather conditions in North America meant a very poor night on the air that felt eerily like Summer; Better night in the Pacific region including KL7L -> JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH3XCU, 7L1RLL4, JA8SCD5, JE1JDL, JA1PKG and JR1IZM.
Good propagation and stable band conditions on longer paths reported during the evening in North America; Transcontinental paths yielded good results including JT9 QSO between KR7O and WB4JWM and W0YSE's WSQCall transmissions reported by KC4SIT and others in the East; NO3M reported numerous stations well after sunrise; Mostly average night in the Pacific including VK4YB -> KL7L; N1DAY -> EI0CF; W5EST presents: ''Remote Control and 5 GHz Link to LA2XPA Norwegian Remote QTH''
Strong session, particularly through early evening in North America, with several hints of enhancements possibly resulting from anticipated geomagnetic changes; Pacific openings this morning were only average, feeling a bit flat compared to recent sessions; WSQCall returns at W0YSE; Numerous trans-Atlantic openings on WSPR and JT9 including VE1YY -> ON7YD on JT9-2; W5EST presents ''VIEWPOINT: CAN A CABLE-FREE E-PROBE IMPROVE CONVENIENCE OF 630M?'' and W5EST 630M 2017-18 Yearbook Goes Live
Very good daytime openings proceeded a strong evening session including numerous transcontinental openings that resulted in QSO's; Longer haul domestic paths dominated the session while many shorter hops presented QSB problems; Brief trans-African opening for DL7NN at FR5DH; VK4YB reported in North America on JT9 and WSPR including eight reports at NO3M
Good propagation returns and continues to improve as the evening progresses allowing N4UFP to complete his first reported QSO with K9KFR; More QSO's for the JD1BLY DXpedition on Chichijima Island; Several interesting transcontinental spotlight openings reported; Another night of good JA openings for KL7L; K9FD (/KH6) returns to air after a brief hiatus, filling a void in the central Pacific
Slow night as Valentine's day activities compete with radio time but not a great night for domestic propagation for those who braved the airwaves; Strong night for select Pacific paths as VK5FQ, VK4YB -> KL7L and KL7L -> ZL2IT, ZL2AFP, VK4YB, JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JA8SCD5, JE1JDL, JA1PKG
Average session, at best, as noise returns to low levels but propagation was not great and many opening were one-way; K3MF completes a daytime QSO with W3HMS using the very rare JT65; A bit of evening PSK31 for a few linear RF chain owners; KL7L reported in VK and JA; SlowJT9 from VK4YB reported by W0YSE, KM5SW, KR7O and KL7L and in VE6 to name just a few; W5EST presents:''30’x30’ Mini: Current-Multiplying 630m Inverted Delta''
Preview of things to come as eastern storms ruin an otherwise decent night of domestic propagation in North America; Many QSO's nevertheless completed including THOR4 QSO between K3MF and WB4JWM; SlowJT9 transmissions from VK4YB reported by KR7O, KM5SW and W0YSE but poor conditions in Oceania prohibited QSO attempt; W5EST presents: ''Current-Multiplying 630m Inverted Delta without Slant Feed''
Reasonably good domestic session in North America for a Monday night but weather continues to impact some regions; Good late evening transcontinental openings for KR7O, completing QSO's with WB4JWM and KC4SIT; Continued improvement on trans-Atlantic paths including NO3M JT9 transmissions reported by G0MRF; VK4YB JT9 transmissions reported across North America including most distant report to date at K3MF
Unseasonably strong QSB aside, the band showed some bright spots including trans-Atlantic openings that resulted in a QSO for LA2XPA and VE1YY and G0MRF's JT9 reported by WA3U and NO3M; Many areas of North America reporting elevated precipitation static; Domestic opening were down, particularly transcontinental paths, but possibly due to low late evening activity in the East; VK4YB's JT9 CQ's reach into the central US
Band roared back strong by late evening in the central and eastern regions plus on trans-Atlantic paths following strong QSB early in the evening; NO3M completed another JT9 QSO with G0MRF; Western and Pacific propagation was down a bit but VK4YB reported on JT9 and WSPR in the central US; Daytime sky wave reported by W0YSE and K3MF
Poor domestic session in the evening as unsettled conditions return while trans-Atlantic openings suggest slight path improvements; Midday JT9 QSO for W0SD and K5DNL on 600 mile path; Trans-Pacific openings spread into the central US but high noise in Oceania prevents any QSO attempts; Continued success reported for SlowJT9; KL7L -> JH1INM, JR1IZM, JA1PKG; DL7NN -> FR5DH
Excellent propagation and high activity around North America including many JT9 QSO's and a very strong night for CW QSO's; W0YSE and VE7VV report JT9-2 QSO plus numerous transcontinental reports; Numerous SlowJT9 reports from North America for VK4YB; G0MRF reports that trans-Atlantic paths remains mostly down; Pacific Rim JA openings return for VK4YB
Average to below average session for North America as elevated noise in the East has a significant impact but many QSO's completed; Trans-pacific opening penetration into North America stifled following several sessions with reports into New England; G0MRF reported generally poor trans-Atlantic openings, isolated to the Northeast; Solid JA openings for KL7L and K9FD while North / South VK4YB openings are cut off; Trans-African path returns for DL7NN and FR5DH
Good session as a number of stations stalk KI7KG in Nevada for a new state; Extreme QSB continues with some fades occurring as quickly as peaks are observed; W0YSE reports transcontinental JT9-2 decodes from KC4SIT in spite of elevated noise in the East; Decent session for KL7L, receiving reports from ZL2IT, JA3TVF, JA0HXV, JH1INM, JH3XCU JA1PKG and K9FD; European reporting at a standstill due to new WSPRnet data rules
Early evening activity seemed down which coincided with most active QSB only to stabilize later in the evening; KI7KG completed first reported QSO with VE7CNF; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings extend to eastern US; SlowJT9 experiences another good night; Bad weather creating havoc for western stations
Maybe better session than expected for 'Big Game Sunday' as a respectable number of operators take to the air waves and complete a few QSO's; Geomagnetic field remains 'busted' but improvements are slowly coming; JT9-5 was the mode of the night with reports of VE7VV by KM5SW at 100 mW EIRP and W0YSE reported at KL7L and KR7O two hours before sunset; W7IUV reports JT9 from VK4YB; KL7L -> JA1PKG, JH3XCU
Geomagnetic conditions are trying to improve but remain unsettled with no enhancement in sight resulting in a overall weaker session than the previous; W0YSE had a strong night of JT9-2 reports; Transoceanic paths were generally down but VK4YB was reported on the East Coast and points in between
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue but a lot of hard-working operators completed quite a few two-way QSO's during the evening; VK4YB reported in North American on WSPR, JT9 and JT9-2; Trans-Atlantic paths were largely squashed by high absorption but sustained trans-African openings for G0MRF and several other European stations at FR5DH
G1 storm conditions return with little-to-no enhancement observed by North American stations; JT9-2 testing ramps up once again as new features are added including reports of W0YSE by KL7L; Transoceanic paths were down a bit but trans-African openings observed for LA8AV and FR5DH
Good propagation, many strong signals and high activity reported for a midweek session when we typically experience a lull; Transcontinental openings for several stations during the evening but many of the reports were 'one-way'; Improved trans-Atlantic paths including ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA, F59706, PA0A, GM4OAS; NO3M and W3SZ reported VK4YB transmissions this morning
Another night of good domestic propagation but activity was down a bit as geomagnetic conditions reached quietest levels in several weeks; G1 storm levels may be on the horizon; Transoceanic reports were down a bit but VK4YB -> KL7L, K9FD and K9FD -> multiple JA
Good propagation in North America albeit subject to very strong QSB at levels not observed in previous seasons; VK4YB indicated that Trans-Pacific paths were poor but a few openings persist nonetheless; Abridged WSPR data today due to WSPRnet problems
Some reports suggest poor propagation but there were a high number of QSO's completed; Fast, deep QSB was present, making some QSO's quite difficult, however, and some paths were more challenging than on other nights; Several long haul openings observed on JT9 and WSPR including G0MRF -> FR5DH, N3FL and VK4YB -> W7IUV
Mixed results for this session as periods of stable regional band conditions and propagation were juxtaposed by rapid, deep QSB and erratic propagation; Domestic openings resulting in QSO's generally favored the eastern regions over the West and high latitudes remain impacted by recent active geomagnetic conditions; Long haul JT9 and WSPR from VK4YB reported by W7IUV, KM5SW and W0YSE; Average trans-Atlantic openings observed; Successful antenna work at N5TM allows full power operation with good result coast-to-coast; JA3TVF -> RW0LFE
Relatively poor session with high QSB as geomagnetic conditions are slow to recover from previous session's G1 storm levels; Trans-oceanic paths are down but there were some highlights including VE7BDQ -> JR1IZM, ZL2IT
G1 storm conditions return during the evening in North America, possibly enhancing some North and South paths which complemented high levels of operator activity well; N5TM completes his first QSO with K5DNL and KB8U completes his first reported QSO with W7XU; Both stations work many others on an impressive first outing; Trans-Atlantic paths were down a bit due to elevated absorption but Pacific paths were again decent, including VK4YB -> KL7L, JA1PKG -> K9FD and VK4YB, K9FD -> many JA's
Very poor session as Gulf coast storms drastically increase noise floor across North America and geomagnetic conditions reached unsettled levels with no observed enhancement; Better night in the Pacific than experienced in several nights including JA3TVF -> K9FD, VK4YB -> KL7L and K5DNL -> VK4YB, ZL2IT
Overall a strong session with mostly quiet band conditions and relatively strong domestic propagation in North America with periods of deep fading that seemed to mimic low activity; WA4NFY completes his first reported CW QSO's with K2BLA and NO3M; Trans-Atlantic openings were down a bit possibly due to approaching active geomagnetic conditions; Pacific Rim openings between VK4YB and JA were nominal while trans-Pacific paths were probably typical for late January; Pacific activity was down overall, however
Good, low-noise session that started with high QSB but settled down by mid-evening; WA3U and G0MRF connect for a trans-Atlantic QSO; Daytime WSQCall transmissions from VE7BDQ reported by W0YSE; Decent night for trans-Atlantic openings, extending to K0KE in the mountain region, but trans-Pacific paths were down a bit.
Fairly poor domestic propagation continues in some regions and weather-related power outages in the East impact activity and may be connected to the on-going WSPRNet outage; Some long-haul openings excel including morning JT9 QSO between VK4YB and NC0B; Based on limited data, transoceanic openings looked pretty good.
Poor propagation and high noise impact domestic openings in North America but trans-Atlantic openings were very strong including multiple reports from Europe of JT9 CQ's by WA3ETD and 26 European stations reporting WSPR from K5DNL in Oklahoma; Pacific openings were down compared to recent sessions but still not out
Largely regional propagation started the evening session with weaker signals, deep QSB with long time periods between peaks for longer distance openings and high noise; In spite of the challenges, many JT9, CW and WSQ QSO's were completed; N1DAY SSTV transmissions reported by K4LY; Typical night for trans-Atlantic openings but high point for N1HO reporting reception of his first trans-Atlantic signals; Trans-African openings return for G3KEV and FR5DH; Decent Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including JH3XCU -> K9FD
Evening session started slow but gained a lot of steam into mid evening; W7XU reported a very strong session with many QSO's following his first transmissions earlier this week; K7YCH completes his first reported QSO with VE7SL and works others through the evening on JT9 and CW; Another very strong night for K5DNL with 133 stations reporting his WSPR, many from Europe; ON7YD and G0MRF report JT9 CQ's from NO3M; W0YSE reports a strong night of WSQCall; Daytime SSTV tests at N1DAY
Band seems to have returned to relative normal after a week of high instability as activity was strong for midweek resulting in many QSO's completed; VE9GJ completes his first trans-Atlantic QSO's with LA3EQ and G0MRF; Above average WSQCall activity continues with a few initial QSO's completed; Transoceanic openings were typical for January
Overall weird session in North America that started like recent sessions with high instability, only settling slightly as the evening progressed; Strong night for trans-Atlantic openings, which extended into the central US; Trans-Pacific openings were mostly down but VK4YB found an opening to NO3M
Difficult start to session in spite of good propagation as extreme QSB hindered early QSO's once again but the band settled down by late evening and production increased significantly; W7XU took his maiden voyage, completing a number of JT9 QSO's; WA1ZMS complete tough CW QSO with W0SD early in the evening through extreme QSB; Trans-Atlantic reports were down from recent sessions but trans-Pacific signals reached into the eastern US; Nice JA openings for KH6 and VK
Another strong session with continued high activity and less QSB than previous sessions; Trans-Atlantic reports remain strong including numerous North American JT9 stations decoded by F5OIH and WSPR reports that extended well into the US interior; Trans-Pacific openings favored western North America and Pacific-rim openings have resulted in a good night for VK4YB to Japan
Three rare consecutive nights of great propagation and decent band conditions although this session's best openings began later in the evening and the primary QSB element was very fast, reported as bad as a two-second cycle; Trans-Atlantic openings extended into the Central and Mountain regions on the US and trans-Pacific paths extended into the eastern US
Stations were 'shoulder-to-shoulder' as band activity was very high and signals were strong but it was one of the wildest nights of QSB yet, resulting in many repeats as operators fought for every QSO; February DXpedition to Ogasawara by JD1BLY reported by K9FD; Trans-Oceanic paths were strong including VK4YB -> New England and CW levels for Roger at W7IUV
Extremely high activity levels and great propagation for much of North America resulted in many QSO's completed and operators talking of how much fun they had on the air; Rare Summer trans-Pacific QSO for VK4YB, working W7IUV with JT9; Strong trans-Atlantic session including many reports for LA3EQ and ON7YD reported trans-Atlantic JT9 for first time in quite some time; Very strong session for W0YSE, receiving many reports from Eastern stations, reporting VK4YB and completing JT9 QSO's with eastern and central US stations at just over 1-watt EIRP
Very slow start to the session significantly turned for the better later in the evening; K7PO makes a surprise visit with JT9, creating a feeding frenzy including new state for K3MF; Great trans-Atlantic openings especially for K5DNL whose WSPR was reported by 12 DXCC countries; Trans-Pacific openings were down overall but strong JA openings continue and VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; W5EST presents ''Decibels (dB) in 630m Propagation Context''
While not a total bust, it was another night of wildly unstable and probably no better than average propagation as early January continues to present subpar results for the first time in years; Good night for JA openings in the Pacific but only average for Trans-Atlantic reports; DL7NN -> FR5ZX; W0DJK completes first reported JT9 QSO's with several stations creating a bit of a frenzy as many search for his signal; W5EST presents ''Decibels (dB) in 630m Transmitting and TX Antenna Contexts''
Average to poor session for many domestic openings in North America but some improvement observed overnight; W0YSE tested JT9-10 overnight, receiving transcontinental reports from K3MF; Good night for trans-Atlantic reports for eastern US; Trans-Pacific openings were average but K5DNL shared two-way WSPR reports with VK4YB; W5EST presents ''Decibels (dB) in 630m Reception Context''
Poor domestic propagation and high noise levels dominated the session for some stations while some regional openings were relatively normal; Another excellent session for trans-Atlantic openings but very limited incursions West of the Mississippi; G0MRF QSO attempts with North America were marred by QSB; KR7O returns to air following a long hiatus, completing JT9 QSO with W0YSE
Elevated QRN levels and active geomagnetic conditions meant that it was a mixed bag with average two-way QSO reports but a strong session for trans-Atlantic WSPR reports, at least in the East; Average session in the Pacific but propagation doesn't tell the whole story
G1 storm conditions return possibly bringing some enhancements as trans-Atlantic and polar openings were plentiful including a JT9 QSO between K9KFR and G0MRF plus KL7L, K9FD -> LA2XPA and KL7L -> TF3GZ; Trans-Pacific and Pacific region openings were less robust that recent sessions but KL7L and W0YSE reported VK4YB to name a couple of bright spots; KQ6RS completes his first reported QSO with N1VF
Great night for many long haul paths including trans-Atlantic openings which extended to the West coast and into the Pacific including first time reports of W0YSE at LA2XPA, continued trans-African opening between Europe and Reunion Island and numerous trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings that included many JA reports; Very quiet geomagnetic conditions but G1 storm watch in effect for the weekend; AA5IT completes his first reported QSO with KB5NJD
Remarkable session for JA openings from NU6O, VE7BDQ, KL7L, K9FD and VK4YB; Strong trans-Atlantic openings that extended to KL7L, K9FD and VE7; Trans-African openings to FR5DH continue for European stations including LA8AV; W0YSE reporting strong transcontinental openings to K3MF using JT9-5 that coincided with KL7L reports
Quiet night with fast, deep QSB where numerous transcontinental QSO's were completed including NO3M <-> K9FD (/KH6) using JT9-1 and W0YSE <-> K3MF using JT9-5; Wild propagation swings made for interesting night of CW QSO's where some peaks were limited to less than a minute; Some high latitude openings observed as JT9 from W7IUV reported by LA2XPA and K9FD -> TF3GZ, LA2XPA using WSPR; Another strong session for trans-Pacific openings; Trans-Atlantic and Trans-African reports continue to look good
Very strong session for New Years eve with many SKN CW QSO's completed and good transcontinental JT9 QSO's including K9KFR and W0YSE; N1VF -> ZF1EJ using the hacked U3S and apartment loop; Massive Pacific, trans-Pacific and Pacific-Rim openings, resulting in numerous JA reports for NU6O, VE7BDQ, K9FD, VK4YB and KL7L; Another decent night for trans-Atlantic openings; Holiday Hellschreiber from KU4XR
Great night for long-haul openings including another JT9 QSO for NO3M and G0MRF plus copious amounts of trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific WSPR reports; Very quiet and stable domestic band conditions continue, allowing several CW QSO; XE3ARV reporting ZF1EJ and K2BLA; RW0LFE reporting JA0HXV, JA3TVF; Trans-African path opens for FR5DH, DL7NN and PA0A; Don't forget about Straight Key Night in coming session!
Good propagation for North America with some of the biggest long haul and transcontinental openings of the season; Many report dominant North and South paths; K9KFR completes JT9 QSO with K9FD (/KH6) for a new state; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths remain strong including VE7BDQ, NU6O -> JA1PKG and K5DNL -> numerous European stations
Decent domestic propagation in spite of active geomagnetic conditions which made for interesting QSB through the evening; NO3M completes early evening JT9-1 QSO with G0MRF through ferocious QSB; Mixed activity through the evening as SlowJT9 testing continues; Trans-Atlantic paths down a bit compared to recent sessions but trans-Pacific openings were strong; Good night for CW where several QSO's were completed on peaks
Weird evening propagation reported with some of the most active QSB of the season ahead of a surprise G1 storm this morning; Several stations testing JT9-5 during the evening with mixed results; G0MRF reports remote site is QRV again receiving rare high latitude reports from KL7L; KC9PCP completes first reported QSO, taking an unconventional approach to managing his oscillator drift
Noisy night in North American due to big storms in the south central US but a few QSO's were completed and JT9-5 joins JT9-2 in on-air testing; Good night for transoceanic openings including reports of JT9 from NO3M and DL6TY on both sides of the Atlantic and FR5DH continues to report European stations; Strong signals from JR1IZM reported by KL7L and K9FD
It was a mostly quiet Christmas night with decreased activity but a few QSO's and decent transcontinental propagation; Good night for W0YSE whose JT9 and JT9-2 transmissions were reported by NO3M and KL7L; Trans-Pacific paths were strong including NU6O -> JA0HXV, JA1PKG, JA8SCD5, VK4YB; Pacific Rim paths yield reports for VK4YB and KL7L from all active JA stations; Strong Pacific openings for K9FD with many JA and mainland reports; Trans-Atlantic openings remain on autopilot; DL7NN -> FR5DH
Christmas eve kept activity down but propagation was good allowing several afternoon and evening CW and JT9 QSO's as many ops took breaks from family activity; WA1ZMS Fessenden event QRV as WI2XLQ on 486 kHz; Good openings reported on long haul WSPR paths include DL7NN -> FR5DH, NU6O -> JA1PKG, ZL2AFP and JA1PKG -> KL7L, K9FD to name just a few
Strong start for eastern North America including numerous daylight QSO's over medium distances while the western region was slow to develop after dark but holiday activities may have had some impact; KK4KYE and K8RY complete first reported QSO's; Very good Pacific, trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings; JR1IZM's JT9-2 reported by KL7L and KL7L's JT9-2 reported by W0YSE; W5EST presents ''A Ham’s ‘Night Before Christmas''
Band was on the move early in the eastern half of North America while the West needed a bit of a jump start following a slow down by mid evening; N1SV completed first reported QSO with K9KFR and went on to work many stations on JT9 and CW; Big night for completed CW QSO's as activity spiked and band was quiet; Great trans-Atlantic openings resulted in record reports for many WSPR stations; JA0HXV -> KL7L/9AY
Standard fare for the first night of Winter with strong trans-Atlantic openings and decent, albeit variable, domestic openings that resulted in numerous QSO's; Transcontinental openings were favorable early but deteriorating as the evening progressed; Rapid, deep QSB was in typical form; JH3XCU, JA3TVF and JR1IZM complete JT9-2 QSO's; Numerous Pacific and Pacific Rim openings reported
A change of pace for the holidays on the threshold of Winter as NO3M, W0YSE and KL7L transmit Hellschreiber; Unseasonably high noise levels impede some evening signals; Trans-Atlantic paths remain relatively consistent and stable, penetrating into the central US; W5EST presents ''630m Ground Wave SNRs: Pre-SR Prop Evolves into Post-SR Morning''
Extremely high noise from storms in the Gulf of Mexico mar what was probably an otherwise good propagation night in North America; Several full-sun afternoon QSO's reported including K3MF <-> W0ETH at a distance near 1000 miles; JH3XCU reports JT9-2 from KL7L; Trans-African openings with Europe return with DL7NN -> FR5DH WSPR reports; W5EST presents ''K5DNL 630m SNRs: Pre-SR Prop Evolves into Post-SR Morning''
Solid session with low noise, high activity and the ever-present QSB; North / South paths dominate the session; N1BUG and G0MRF complete marathon JT9 QSO; G0MRF reports that remote station will be receive-only pending PA repairs; JT9-2 experiences a healthy night of activity including QSO between K3MF and W1XP; Quality JA openings continue on Pacific and Pacific-Rim paths
Slightly more active geomagnetic conditions but activity was very good for a Monday night in North America and many QSO's were completed by those willing to roll with the punches; North and South path seemed dominant with a few transcontinental QSO's also reported; W0YSE reports JT9-2 from KL7L; Another strong night of JA openings along the Pacific Rim and Pacific region; Good trans-Atlantic openings including G0MRF JT9 reported by several inland stations in North America; K4AEK works W1XP for state number 24
Strong start in eastern North America with many regional openings and QSO's reported while it was a slower night with lower activity for some in the West; QSB remained rapid through the evening meaning repeats were commonplace and patience was a requirement for success; A few personal records were achieved on JT9, phone and CW during this session; Another solid night for Pacific, Pacific-Rim and trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ and JA -> KL7L, K9FD, VK4YB to name a few
Long haul paths dominated this session as NO3M drags in the big fish, working G0MRF while K3MF completes with LA2XPA; Massive Pacific-Rim opening to JA for KL7L and continued strong openings to JA for VK4YB and K9FD
Band openings were slow to start although a number of early QSO's were completed but propagation began rapidly moving around by mid-evening making brevity in QSO's top priority; LU1DOW makes a good showing in Europe, taking advantage of very long trans-Atlantic openings; Pacific openings look pretty good including VK4YB -> NO3M and JA0HXV, JA3TVF -> K9FD; W5EST presents ''Viewpoint: ‘Adaptive JT9 Operation’ in the 630m Future''
Overall a weaker session following very strong and early transcontinental openings between NO3M and W7IUV with high noise reported in North America and weaker signals on domestic paths after dark; Trans-Atlantic openings favored high latitudes as LA2XPA and TF3GZ report K9FD (/KH6) and others on the North American mainland; Another strong showing for JA openings in the Pacific as JA0HXV, JA3TVF -> K9FD and numerous others for VK4YB and K9FD
Good band conditions return for evening QSO's in North America while noise returned by morning; Many openings were subject to strong QSB; K0KE reports QSO for state #31; G0MRF seeking trans-Atlantic and European digital QSO's; W5EST presents ''Proposal: Efficient 630m TX Antenna in a Small Space''
Decent session reported by several North American stations in spite of active QSB and typical mid-week slump; NC0B works state #30 following JT9 QSO with K2DVA; JA3TVF, JA1PKG and JA0HXV receive reports from KL7L and K9FD on a strong night for JA stations; W5EST presents ''Wrestling With Local Noise: Internet Modem and its SMPS!''
Evening openings in North America began relatively early but band seemed to go flat quickly with mostly regional QSO's reported; Solid night for trans-Atlantic WSPR reports for the eastern half of North America; VK4YB reports hopeful start to his session that, as in North America, failed to really develop for reasons unknown; G0MRF portable station QRV and looking for QSO's; VE6WZ RBN node returns to action; W5EST presents '''Transcontinental Diversity’ Monitors JT9''
After initial burst of energy for eastern stations near sunset, JT9 and CW signals were mostly down outside of regional openings; For stations playing the 'long game' it was a decent night for trans-Atlantic WSPR openings; Pretty good night for trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including a strong showing for VK4YB in Japan; PY1EPU reports that 630 meters now open in Brazil!
Strong session with high activity, big signals and high QSO count for North America that destabilized some as the evening progressed and kept things interesting; Another good night for CW that improved late after Gulf storm noise abated; Two-way WSPR at 'JT9 levels' for ZF1EJ and LA2XPA; KI6R and KA7OEI complete phone QSO at top of the band during the late evening; JA0HXV -> KL7L/9AY
Much improved domestic session for North America plus the return of trans-Atlantic JT9 reports by ON7YD following a lean week; Good night for transcontinental CW as NO3M works KI6R and WA7YBS; Long haul trans-Pacific openings included VK4YB -> ZF1EJ, K3MF; WSPR reports for KE7A, VK4YB at KL7L
Band opened a bit earlier during this session but high activity only accentuated the band's instability as QSO's took many attempts to completed if completed at all; KG5YUJ takes maiden voyage, completing first reported QSO using JT9; W5EST presents '' VK4YB Tests RG-8 Stub Across Wide-Spaced Tuning Capacitor''
Another night with a slow start and deep QSB but propagation was pretty good in the late evening, overnight and this morning; Early evening signals were uncharacteristically weak or even absent as clusters of stations call CQ without answers almost like skip zones were present; Decent night for trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings plus trans-African path from Europe to Reunion island returns after a long absence; KL7L path to JA was very encouraging as geomagnetic conditions settle again, if only briefly; W5EST presents ''Roundtable: HV RF Capacitors for 630m TX Loops''
Band was slow to open and stabilize but the late evening brought some improvements and additional opportunities for QSO's; Propagation remains a bit sloppy but not a total bust in spite of a lack of greatness during a time when the band is historically pretty strong; In spite of the gloom, NO3M reports transcontinental signals from the clandestine apartment antenna of N1VF; Noise was down for most in North America but a few eastern stations continue to be plagued by slow moving weather system
Improved noise conditions were little consolation as the band produced, at best, only average results; A few bright spots observed this morning as K9FD reported by K3MF at CW levels; G1 storm levels possible in coming sessions
Unseasonably high noise remains an issue for much of North America while unsettled geomagnetic conditions finally manifest; K2DVA completes first reported JT9 QSO; JA openings continue for VE7BDQ; LU1DOW reported across North American plus the very difficult path to K9FD (/KH6)
Wicked QSB, noise and a slow start to the evening session turned around later in the evening as W7IUV completes JT9 QSO with LA2XPA; Band strongly favors North and South paths for many stations as geomagnetic conditions become more active while a few all-time high transcontinental openings are observed; Banner night for VE7BDQ as he receives numerous reports from JA stations; Trans-Atlantic openings remain strong, reaching into central and western North America
Absolutely horrible session that might have made Summer look good as unbelievably high storm noise blanketed much of North America; Pacific region fared quite a bit better including signals from KL7L who was QRV in spite of earthquake damage and cleanup; Trans-Atlantic WSPR reports were seasonally normal, particularly early in the evening before high noise set in; G1 storm watch in effect
Weird nights have become the 'new norm' as it all comes down to how deep and fast the QSB will be during each session; ZF1EJ puts on a show, working much of North America with JT9; W0RW overcomes a local RFI problem to put a number of CW stations in his log on a night where band conditions weren't very good for CW; Good night for high latitude / trans-Atlantic openings ahead of possible G1 storm conditions this weekend including a two-way JT9 QSO for NO3M and DL6TY plus K9FD, KL7L -> LA2XPA; Generally decent night for Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KL7L, KL7L/KH6, K9FD
Some trans-Atlantic JT9 DX reported but the band was stronger for domestic openings in spite of fast, deep QSB; Above average activity for a Wednesday night including quite a bit of evening CW activity; Decent Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings including KL7L -> JA1PKG, JH3XCU and KR6LA -> JA1PKG, JR1IZM
Slow, unstable beginning to the evening session but several JT9 signals were reported on both sides of the Atlantic and a few high latitude QSO's were completed early in the evening; Pacific conditions improve a bit, particularly for the Northern Hemisphere as JA path opens to RW0, KL7 and KH6; VK4YB signal pushes North as noise builds in the Southern Hemisphere, making listening difficult for Oceania; Changes possibly ahead for the geomagnetic field
Noisy night in North American which probably impacted domestic activity more than otherwise decent propagation; Long haul openings to LA2XPA continue for the East coast while the West coast and Pacific remain shutout except K9FD -> LA2XPA; Decent JT9-2 activity including a few more two-way QSO's; Good night for trans-Atlantic WSPR openings including K5DNL -> G0MRF/p (personal receive distance record for David); Average night for the Pacific and trans-Pacific paths
LA2XPA completes several JT9 QSO's with North American stations and hears many more in spite of wildly varying propagation and high noise; W0YSE reports first JT9-2 QSO between Alaska and Washington state using SlowJT9 software; CW activity present but down from previous sessions as fast, deep QSB meant no one was getting long-winded
Another night of wild propagation swings, elevated noise and big signals where patience rewarded some; N2EIK and WB7ABP complete first reported QSO's during this session; Strong night for N1VF who worked several stations from his hidden enclave; KL7L reported eastern US QSO's while sitting on the beach in KH6; Decent results from JH3XCU CW and JT9 activity; Several JT9 signals reported in Europe as efforts organize to take advantage of openings; Another strong session for CW as stations work to stay out of each other's way
We've thrown around the title 'Best Session' in the past but was this REALLY the best night to date? Huge night for trans-Atlantic reports and QSO's including N1BUG <-> DL6TY, G3KEV and many reports of North American JT9 signals at LA2XPA and across Europe; Many CW QSO's completed with lots of activity in a small space that was hampered by wild QSB swings and signals popping up on top of one another; LU1DOW has another big night including return of difficult path to KH6; JD1AHC and JH3XCU QRV Ogasawara Island beginning November 25
Decreased activity which coincided with Thanksgiving holiday in the US but propagation was excellent including trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO between N1BUG and G3KEV and 500 mW EIRP marathon domestic JT9 QSO between W0SD and W0YSE; Decent trans-Pacific openings including NU6O, VE7BDQ -> JA and a few openings to Oceania observed
Another night of very high activity as propagation offered yet another wild ride where some QSO's took considerable time to complete but the patient were sometimes rewarded; Some regions of North America reported high noise, particularly in the South; Great trans-Atlantic openings with numerous North American stations reported in Europe on JT9 and a bit of a mix on WSPR; Decent night for Pacific and trans-Pacific openings as seasonal noise continues to increase in Oceania; 7L1RLL reports that JD1AHC QRV CW Saturday - Wednesday (zulu) from Chijima-island
After a slow, very QSB start to the session many initial and ''new state'' QSO's were completed plus a few repeats including W0SD <-> KL7L as activity was strong for midweek; LU1DOW surfaces again, receiving reports from across North America including VE6JY; Good CW signals and ragchew from KD0VBR at an elevation of 8900 foot; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths doing OK and JA1PKG -> KL7L, K9FD; Relatively normal trans-Atlantic openings reported
Low noise and quiet geomagnetic conditions still only yielded an average night for domestic openings in North America but Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings were looking up after a few down days; Several nice transcontinental openings reported including initial QSO's for VE7SL <-> AA8HS, W8MQW, W3TS, WB0DBQ; Numerous stations reporting JT9-2 signals and OR7T releases new beta version of software; Trans-Atlantic openings on autopilot but coronal hole may result in elevated solar wind in coming session
Very strong session with uncharacteristically high activity for a Sunday night; Rapid QSB and spotlighting were present but not as problematic as observed over weekend; Great transcontinental openings for North America including initial QSO between W7IUV in Washington and N2END in New York for a new state; More of the same for Pacific and trans- Pacific region where noise was high for some; VE7BDQ -> LA2XPA; W8MQW completed his first reported QSO's during this session; W5EST presents: ''Mailbag: 630m Antenna Comparisons at VK4YB''
Fast and the Furious - band goes crazy with rapidly moving spotlight propagation as signals are 20 dB out of the noise one minute and gone the next; Quietest geomagnetic and terrestrial band conditions for North America in a long time; Many signals had flutter in spite of a lack of aurora which would typically swallow them up and many stations reported an 'odd' quality to the noise floor; Decent trans-Atlantic openings but trans-Pacific and Pacific-region paths are down a bit
Very early openings observed including transcontinental QSO's that were mired in the 'diode effect' but conditions developed significantly as the evening progressed and stations navigated the QSB mine field with confidence; Big activity accompanied by big signals including first time DX for KE7A and first night for him working more than ten QSO's in a single session; FT8 flash-mob develops above the WSPR subband; Agony of defeat as KB5NJD searches the noise for K9FD (/KH6); TG9AJR monitoring WSPR, reports K5DNL; Extremely quiet geomagnetic conditions persist; Trans-Atlantic and high latitude paths improve
Very good evening session for activity, domestic openings and QSO's including long transcontinental QSO between VE7SL and WA3ETD plus several others; Trans-Atlantic and high latitude openings show some promise early in the evening in North America; Pacific paths experience nice rebound including JT9 QSO for VK4YB and W7IUV in spite of significant path instability; Quiet geomagnetic field and favorable DST values continue as many in North America report very quiet band conditions
In spite of very low noise and pretty good domestic propagation for North America it felt like an average midweek session at best; Trans-Atlantic and Pacific / trans-Pacific paths were represented but down from recent sessions; High noise reported in Hawaii which may continue to plague parts of the Pacific
Very quiet band conditions with seemingly active ''spotlight propagation'' during the evening in North America resulted in rapidly changing arrival angles for many signals keeping operators on their toes as they work to select the right receive antenna; In spite of very quiet and stable geomagnetic conditions, high latitudes continue to struggle in some regard but decent trans-Atlantic openings observed; Trans-Pacific and Pacific paths down although VK4YB's JT9 reported well into eastern US so band offered a number of surprises
JT9-2 was front and center for evaluation in North American but 'plain-Jane' JT9 continues to corner the digital mode QSO market where many were completed during this session; Great propagation in the 'lower-48' that was not spoiled by a Gulf storm system but periods of fast, deep QSB remain; Some high latitude propagation struggling to recover in spite of quieter geomagnetic conditions; Great night for trans-Atlantic paths and some improvement in the Pacific in spite of increasing noise levels in the southern hemisphere; W5EST presents: ''JT9 QSOs on 630m: What’s Your Style?''
It was a decent, albeit average, session with high activity in North America where numerous JT9 QSO's were completed and JT9-2 software was evaluated, revealing a few reception reports; Very stable domestic band conditions continue allowing at least one CW 'ragchew'; Trans-Atlantic paths were OK but trans-Pacific paths seemed down in spite of improving geomagnetic conditions
Big rebound for domestic propagation and overall band conditions in North America that was accentuated by high activity after a very poor previous session; Numerous digital QSO's completed in Europe which could mean big things on a night with solid trans-Atlantic openings; VK4YB and NC0B complete another JT9 QSO against all odd following antenna damage in Queensland; Big night for CW and SSB activity in North America as well with many big signals that resulted in QSO's
In spite of decent QSO totals and the presence of trans-Oceanic reports, band conditions were very poor making for a tough session; Numerous daytime openings near Noon in the eastern US; Successful night of CW and JT9 QSO's in Japan; Odd trans-polar / skewed opening for KL7L -> LA2XPA
Aside from slow start, fairly average evening except for south central US which was inundated with storm noise but it was a very good morning for VK4YB and NC0B as they claim new JT9 QSO distance record; Trans-Atlantic path down and some Pacific paths show lackluster results as well; Erratic evening transcontinental openings reported which were slow to develop; K9FD (/KH6) receives the lone long-haul WSPR report from LA2XPA for the session; JH3XCU QRV JT9 in the coming session and looking for QSO's; G1 storm watch in affect as large coronal hole becomes geoeffective
High noise that started the session gave way to a quieter band in the late evening and overnight for North America revealing pretty good propagation; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions persist at times ahead of a new coronal hole but really solid trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings to Japan observed for VK4YB, KL7L, VE7BDQ and NU6O. VK4YB and W7IUV complete their first JT9 QSO since late October; LU1DOW received reports from K9FD (/KH6) on a challenging path
Spotty, QSB-driven openings observed in North America during the evening required a bit of patience; Decent trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths observed including JA <-> NA, KH6; Path between LU1DOW and Europe dries up but plentiful reports from North America; Trans-African path continues to provide results for G3KEV and FR5DH; Geomagnetic field trying to recover but experiences some 'hiccups' along the way
Typical start to the evening in North America becomes a night of wild QSB and propagation shifts that test the patience of many operators; Trans-Atlantic reports down considerably but LU1DOW receives a record number of European reports; Trans-Pacific and Pacific paths are down a bit as noise becomes a bigger player in Oceania; Trans-African path remains open with G3KEV -> FR5DH; WW2LST memorial ship QRV CW making QSO's; N1VF's stealth, apartment loop and hacked U3S JT9 station creeps further East with completed QSO's
Late solar wind arrives bringing G2 storm conditions along with wild undulations to propagation; Even higher latitudes were not horrible but polar path was absent; Decent daytime openings for NC0B; LU1DOW -> GM4OAS plus North America; Many trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings observed, although some areas experience high noise that limited on air effectiveness; India gains access to 630 and 2200 meters
Huge session for trans-Atlantic and trans-polar paths where SWLKQ40LS reports East coast and South America to the exclusion of the Pacific and Asia while LA2XPA reports Pacific; Biggest night yet for LU1DOW with reports from Europe, North America and a very difficult Hawaiian path as activity in South America grows; Trans-African openings return with DK7FC -> FR5DH; Geomagnetic conditions remain quiet as elevated solar wind fails to materialize so far; Big night for QSO's and many transcontinental openings in spite of elevated noise in North America
Huge session with great activity and wild propagation swings that allowed many QSO's and harrowing moments on the air; High noise reported in parts of the eastern US while many others reported isolated periods of high noise as the band cycled; Plentiful trans-Atlantic openings that are becoming ever more difficult to identify and report; Some trans-Pacific paths continue to be plagued by noise but the Pacific path to Norway remains active and open early; Open path to Japan this morning reported from Alaska and Hawaii
Another very noisy night for the eastern half of North America really impacted QSO's but WSPR reports were pretty solid including many trans-Atlantic reports; WSQ2 at IW4DXW; CX2DDP reported by PY2PLL; High latitude reports begin early including JA3TVF, VK4YB, K9FD and KL7L -> SWLKQ40LS; Great one-way trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> KU4XR, NO3M and VK3HP -> KPH; Quiet geomagnetic conditions result in open paths between KL7L and the East coast / ZF1EJ - if you need Alaska, now is the time for a QSO
Lightning QRN from storms in the south central US spoiled much of the North American operating session; Nice Trans-Atlantic openings reported for many stations in the eastern half of North America plus DL6TY -> VE6JY; VK4YB, KL7L, K9FD -> SWLKQ40LS in Norway; ZF1EJ -> SM4GOJ + others; Strong night for Pacific Rim openings including numerous JA reports in Oceania and Alaska; Noise remains high in parts of the Pacific region as DST values tank ahead of a new coronal hole rotating into view
Domestic openings began before dark in North America but someone turned off the propagation mid-evening; Trans-Atlantic openings were the most numerous of the season, including DK7FC -> VE6JY and West coast / Pacific stations reported by LA2XPA; Early openings to SWLKQ40LS in Norway including JA3TVF, KL7L, K9FD and VK4YB; Great Pacific and Pacific-Rim openings for JA stations
High activity session where some operators experienced evening 'diode effect', QSB and fickle openings while others enjoyed record nights and long haul QSO's; N2END completes his first reported JT9 QSO's with several stations; Excellent long haul openings on trans-Atlantic, trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim paths including numerous JA reports although noise continues to impact Oceania and parts of the Pacific; LU1DOW continues to experience big success with reports in North America and Europe; Continued big openings for SWLKQ40LS in Norway; Solid transcontinental openings including W0YSE -> NO3M and K4LY -> KL7L
Strong early evening openings including several sunlit QSO's where propagation was in constantly motion but stable enough to not be a big hindrance; LU1DOW reported by many North American stations plus LA2XPA; Reasonable and numerous trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings although high noise reported in Pacific region; Good Pacific Rim JA paths
Good session that began a bit later than normal in eastern North America as higher noise reported in the southeastern US; W0QL completed first QSO's with JT9, making an ambitious evening push; Good transcontinental and higher latitude JT9 and CW openings including JT9 QSO's for W0YSE, W0SD / KL7L and CW QSO's for NO3M, W7IUV / W0PXM and KI6R / KB5NJD; JT9 QSO's completed between JA0HXV, JA2UFH and JA3TVF; Good trans-Atlantic openings observed but trans-Pacific paths hindered by noise; Pacific and Pacific-Rim openings remain strong with many JA reports for KL7L, K9FD and VK4YB
Great propagation during this multi-peak session with high QSB and many prospects but VK4YB sums it up well: ''The band is tantalizing us with a good signal then diving into mediocrity''; KM5SW returned to QSO modes with higher power, giving New Mexico to several stations; N1VF completed improbable and historic JT9 QSO's with VE7VV and KL7L using the apartment loop, a hacked U3S and small amp; JA path good as JA1PKG and JA3TVF reported in KH6 and KL7L, K9FD reported by many JA stations; Good trans-Atlantic AND trans-Pacific openings for the East; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: Daytime 630m Storm Noise Masking by Hills, Mountains, and Horizon?''
Very hopeful start to the evening in North America gave way to fickle band conditions, QSB and 'the diode effect' as evening progressed for domestic paths; It helped to be in the right place at the right time; WA3U gives Delaware to few stations; Trans-Atlantic openings for eastern US; Trans-Pacific paths down as QSB obstructs QSO's; K9FD and VK4YB continue to receive reports from SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Another very QSB session for North America but great transcontinental and high-latitude openings during the late evening, including QSO's between K9KFR / KL7L and KI6R / NO3M; Morning trans-Pacific openings experienced on-going QSB but W7IUV and VK4YB pull off a low probability QSO; Selective, early trans-Atlantic openings favored North American stations; N1VF adds a small amp to his minimalist operation and enjoys some improved reports; VK4YB and K9FD receive reports from SWLKQ40LS in Norway
Very quiet geomagnetic field returns but extremely unstable band conditions observed, complete with ''light-switch'' propagation but that should not suggest that it was a poor session - quite the opposite; KL7L and NO3M complete their second very difficult JT9 QSO and their first of the season; KL7L reports others in eastern half of North America including K9KFR; VK4YB makes long haul to eastern North America including N1BUG in Maine; Another strong night of trans-Atlantic openings for JT9 and WSPR; JA3TVF -> K9FD; Strong session for KL7L, K9FD, VK4YB -> JA; K9FD, KL7L -> SWLKQ40LS in Norway; Big night for N1VF and the 'apartment loop' with more reports from K9FD and KL7L
Very long-haul openings and relatively low noise continue allowing numerous evening transcontinental QSO's and WSPR reports; Path to Europe was open but no one was awake while North American JT9 stations were reported; Trans-Pacific openings reach New England once again for VK4YB -> WA3ETD, W1TAG/1 and many others along the East coast and Caribbean; Another session of plentiful, high quality reverse beacon reports on CW as several QSO's are completed during the evening and big signals reported this morning; Path to JA from KL7L continues to show life as more darkness sets in; W7IUV <-> VK4YB JT9 becoming a daily occurrence; Geomagnetic field is currently in flux as DST decreases a bit to negative levels but solar wind velocity remains low
Very good propagation during this session as geomagnetic conditions become slightly more active; Transcontinental QSO's down a bit, possibly due to QRN from western storms while transcontinental WSPR reports thrived; Regional QSO's solid with a few early starts in the East; NO3M reported VK4YB 25 times including nine decodes after sunrise in PA; KI6R blazing into North Texas at times on CW this morning; W7IUV / VK4YB JT9 QSO through mutual high QRN; SWLKQ40LS reporting long haul signals again
Abbreviated report today: Good session, down a bit from previous, but strong signals in spite of elevated noise in North America; Good night for trans-Atlantic openings including continued North American JT9 reported by G0LUJ; LU1DOW -> PY2PLL; Another good session for N1VF operating from an apartment; 7L1RLL -> K9FD, KL7L; VE7BDQ -> JA1PKG; Very quiet geomagnetic conditions continue, which promotes good long-haul propagation for now
Remarkable session with high activity and strong propagation for North America as band conditions were ''...good with occasional flashes of greatness''; N1VF QRV from an apartment with loop and 'flea power' reported by fifteen including KL7L at almost 3300 km; Very high CW activity, including QSO between K9FD and W7IUV and numerous transcontinental chats; G0LUJ reported JT9 from ZF1EJ, K2BLA, K3MF and K9KFR; Numerous trans-Atlantic WSPR openings including several 'in-land' reports; KL7L, VE7BDQ, K9FD, VK4YB -> JA
Majority of operators found session very productive as quiet geomagnetic conditions continue ahead of forecast G1 storm; Very strong activity in the East did not hurt operator perceptions; Good transcontinental openings for many using JT9 and CW including return of KD0VBR for possibly his first CW QSO's of the season; Trans-Atlantic paths were present again including JT9 from NO3M and K9KFR reported by G0LUJ; First JT9 QSO of the season between KL7L and VK4YB just four days ahead of their one year QSO anniversary; K9FD looking for JT9 and CW QSO's with mainland North America at his sunset; N1VF makes preparations to transmit from his new apartment
Strong session in North America that included more transcontinental JT9 and CW QSO's as GMF and QRN remain quiet; Path to KL7 opened before dark in the western region including reports from N1VF in an apartment; QRN remains high in Oceania but VK4YB continues to be reported at NO3M, K3MF and the eastern region; K9FD reported by SWLKQ40LS in northern Norway for first time; CX4DI reported by PY2PLL; Decent trans-Atlantic openings continue including ZF1EJ -> F1AFJ, G8HUH, GM4OAS and PA3ABK -> AA1A, NO3M
Very strong session with low noise and quality openings reported for much of North America as transcontinental QSO's return with regularity; Another solid session for trans-Atlantic openings although reciprocity remains low; JT9 from NO3M and WA3ETD reported again by G0LUJ/1; Noise remains high in Oceania but signals from VK4YB penetrate to many East coast stations including W1TAG at a distance of 15796 km; N1VF makes a strong showing on receive after returning to 630 meters following a move
Good propagation and low noise for stations in eastern North America that completed many QSO's and received reports including JT9 from K3MF, WA3ETD and NO3M reported by G0LUJ; Strong session for trans-Atlantic WSPR including KU4XR -> EI0CF and ZF1EJ -> F1AFJ, F59706; Trans-Pacific openings were numerous including many reports by stations in eastern US but high incidence of one-way openings that may have been noise-driven; VK4YB -> SWLKQ40LS in Norway continues
Slow Sunday night in North America netted a handful of QSO's during the evening; Improving trans-Atlantic openings observed overnight including multiple stations reporting EI0CF; Morning trans-Pacific openings stretched from Australia to the East Coast and Caribbean but high noise in Oceania meant it was tough listening
Big evening activity for eastern North America including a JT9 pileup for first QSO with N1HO; Band flattened out later in the evening with limited action in the West; G1 storm conditions return due to persistent solar wind; A few trans-Atlantic openings observed while big trans-Pacific openings dominated including VK4YB -> East coast; JH3XCU and JR1IZM QRV JT9 with some regional success; JA0HXV -> RW0LFE
G0LUJ reported trans-Atlantic JT9 from NO3M and WA3ETD; W0SD returns to air, providing South Dakota to a few stations; JH3XCU and JR1IZM QRV JT9 along with several other JA's this weekend looking for QSO's; Decent transcontinental openings in spite of some band instability and noise from storms in the south central US; One year anniversary of MF/LF 'opening weekend' in the US; W5EST presents: ''Daytime 630m Noise Shadowing by Hills, Mountains, and Horizon?''
Finicky evening propagation with early QSB prevented consistency on many typically stable paths; Elevated noise in southeastern US from hurricane 'Michael' remnant; VK4YB's signal makes push to Pennsylvania this morning; AA1A, W4BCX -> GM4OAS; Prolific Pacific Rim openings from previous session are moderated significantly; Weekend JA QSO activity planned for JH3XCU and JR1IZM
G1 storm conditions make a surprise return during the afternoon in North America but propagation was fairly strong with a few big signals that may indicate an enhancement; Good daytime ground wave reported by W0YSE; VE7JKZ completes first CW QSO with VE7VV; Good quality trans-Pacific openings that extended into the eastern US; Strong Pacific Rim openings between Oceania and Japan
Slowly recovering geomagnetic field allowed a few more QSO's and transcontinental openings overnight; Many North American stations reporting numerous transmissions of VK4YB including several eastern stations by morning; Trans-Atlantic openings shut out for a second night; JH3XCU reports weekend portable operation by JR1IZM looking for QSO's
Session dominated by North and South propagation with very few useful East and West openings in North America during the evening and overnight as G1 storm conditions give way to unsettled geomagnetic conditions; Trans-Pacific and Pacific paths were generally open in some capacity by morning; Trans-Atlantic paths were completely cutoff; QRN remains a major player in a number of locations
Rough, slow start to the session that didn't improve much overnight following G1 storm onset where widespread enhancements were not observed; K1RGO CW QSO's with NO3M and K3MF; VK4YB JT9 reported by W7IUV and W0YSE but high noise in Oceania didn't allow a QSO; LU1DOW -> N3FL, LA2XPA
Very good propagation ahead of forecast G1/G2 storm conditions for trans-Atlantic and North American transcontinental openings; Morning trans-Pacific openings were probably below average but Pacific Rim and select Pacific paths remain very good including several JA openings for K9FD, KL7L and VK4YB; RW0LFE reports 7L1RLL and JA0HXV possibly for first time; LU1DOW -> LA2XPA, WA2ZKD/1
Difficult to describe session as some stations reported a quiet band with good propagation while others experienced strong lightning QRN and a seemingly poor propagation and this all shifted around through the evening and overnight to complicate matters; A few great trans-Atlantic openings observed but trans-Pacific was subject to strong "diode effect"; JT9 QSO between VK4YB and W7IUV; Another decent night of Pacific and Pacific Rim openings to Japan for KL7L, VK4YB and K9FD
Low noise, strong signals and 'a long band' reported in North America during this session resulting in numerous transcontinental QSO's and reports; KL7L JT9 QSO with W0YSE at 500 mW EIRP; Big session for KL7L with many JA's reporting his WSPR; Early session lower latitude trans-Atlantic openings including EA7HPM, EB8ARZ/1 -> AA1A
Mostly poor session with fast QSB and noise that chased many away early but a few morning highlights included JT9 QSO's for K2BLA with NO3M, K1BZ and WB4JWM and two-way twilight CW QSO for K9KFR and KB5NJD; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to improve and spread a bit further West including AE2EA -> GM4OAS; Trans-Pacific openings were very directed with fair conditions but a nice session for KL7L with reports from JA1PKG and JH3XCU and NU6O -> JA1PKG, JH3XCU, JE1JDL; It's raining variometers in California as Dave Curry has many for sale!
Strong session for long haul paths including ZF1EJ, AA1A, W4BCX -> GM4OAS as well as numerous trans-Pacific and transcontinental openings; Deep, fast QSB accentuated pockets of high noise, particularly in the Northeast where a few stations were impacted by severe weather; Record night at W0YSE following VK4YB receptions; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions may be on the horizon
Noisy night but first reported CW QSO for W8TXT completed as he logs K3MF; Nice trans-Atlantic openings including season first WSPR for K3MF -> GM4OAS; Many morning trans-Pacific and Pacific openings were very selective but present at reduced signal levels compared to recent sessions; W0RW QRV CW tonight 0200z with W0PXM
W0RW successfully QRV with cross band CW during the afternoon and late evening; Deep, fast evening QSB and QRN made operating tough for many JT9 operators with limited transcontinental openings reported; Decent night for WSPR with a few trans-Atlantic reports for AA1A and first trans-Pacific openings of the season for K5DNL; Big night for KL7L on path to Oceania and Japan in spite of increasingly active auroral conditions
Evening session brought lots of band activity and QSO's in spite of QRN and QSB but lacked the spark of the previous session until overnight and this morning when QRP shined as W7IUV completed 800 mW EIRP JT9 QSO with VK4YB and W0YSE reported coast to coast using WSPR at 500 mW EIRP; More of the same for trans- Atlantic openings which experienced an early southerly component between AA1A and EA4GHB; JH3XCU reports potential bug with WSJTx 2.0 impacting S/N reports
It's great nights like this one that make the Summer doldrums survivable for weak signal MF ops - great activity, big signals, many QSO's and new states to work for North America and abroad; K7PO hands out Arizona for a number of stations on JT9 and CW including NO3M's 37th state!; KM5SW in New Mexico heard by several stations in spite of brutal QSB and maybe worked a new state this morning; A few more trans-Atlantic reports are registered for North America and Europe; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings were again impacted by noise and less stable paths than in recent session but it was an active night for the region; W5EST presents: ''630m Paths between Argentina and Your Station''
KM5SW completed first JT9 QSO on 630 meters with K5DNL, getting New Mexico on the map; Good propagation but heavy QSB and pockets of high QRN persist in otherwise lightning-free areas which may support observed long-haul openings; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to improve as two-way WSPR reports observed; Pacific and Trans-Pacific reports were down but storms near VK and KH6 limited some activity
Very poor session with high QRN across North America and heavy QSB reported with generally weak signals across the continent; ZF1EJ -> GM4OAS and AA1A -> F1AFJ, GM4OAS; Reasonable Pacific and trans-Pacific openings but definitely off of recent highs
LU1DOW receives first 630 meter WSPR reports for Argentina (and South America!) from LU8YD and the remarkably distant LA2XPA at his remote and very quite island outpost; Generally poor conditions for much of North America as thunderstorms impact activity in the East which ultimately impacted activity, reporting and QSO's in the West; Decent trans-Pacific openings for K9FD -> JA and NU6O -> JA1PKG, ZL2AFP plus others; Geomagnetic conditions are percolating this morning
Very strong start to evening session in North America with many transcontinental signals reported but openings once again retreated to the West overnight not leaving much to work with by morning; Good trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including NU6O, VK3HP -> JA1PKG and VK4YB, K9FD -> many JA's; AA1A -> EI0CF
Some of the very best evening band openings and conditions of the season so far were reported in North America while morning trans-Pacific openings touched the East coast and retreated quickly; Solid morning of trans-Pacific openings in the West including another Q between W7IUV and VK4YB; Many transcontinental openings led to QSO's and WSPR reports, including 200 mW EIRP WSPR from K2BLA -> K9FD, WB7ABP, VE6JY, KR7O/L, KA7OEI; Strong night of JT9 QSO's for ZF1EJ and many others in North America; AA1A -> EI0CF, F1AFJ, F59706; New WSPR station reported in New Mexico - let's hope he makes the jump to QSO modes soon!
Very good session for North America with numerous transcontinental openings as geomagnetic conditions remain unsettled; Trans-Atlantic openings improve to include continental Europe reported by N1BUG and AA1A; Good trans-Pacific openings including a very long 'almost' QSO attempt between NO3M and VK4YB; Path between VK4YB and W7IUV resulted in easy QSO; CW QSO for KI6R and WD4PLI; ZF1EJ QRV handing out Cayman to the deserving
Surprise G1 storm as Summer comes to a close, resulting in a Kp spike and significant decreases in DST levels although good, even enhanced, propagation was observed on many paths; Noise and terrestrial weather continue to impact parts of the South; VK4YB and W7IUV attempted a CW QSO but unstable path meant that they settled for another JT9 QSO instead
Generally good session with strong signals but storms and noise continue to hamper activity in parts of North America; Good transcontinental openings reported for KU4XR, K9KFR, WA3ETD and K2BLA to name a few; Nice Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings including KL7L -> JA1PKG for a second session and VK3HP, VK4YB -> VE6JY
High noise and deep QSB impacted evening activity but abated by morning allowing decent propagation to shine through including sunrise two-way CW between NO3M and KB5NJD; Also CW QSO's for W0YSE, KI6R and VA7MM; Transcontinental JT9 was present but noise limited during the evening, including VA7MM reports of K9KFR; ZF1EJ completed evening JT9 QSO with WB4JWM; EI0CF -> AA1A, N1BUG; Good start for Pacific and trans-Pacific openings but hit early plateau
Noise level once again made the band sounds like it was July in North America but that didn't stop adventurous ops from taking advantage of several transcontinental, trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings; WB4JWM and KR7O compare and comment about the on-air performance of WSJTx 2.0 beta; W5EST presents: ''Interpretation: 630m JT9 Diversity Reception Shootout''
Fantastically high noise for much of North America during the evening, overnight and parts of the morning but propagation improved significantly as the session progressed giving the advantage to Pacific and trans-Pacific openings by morning; Trans-Atlantic openings continue but just barely with AA1A -> GM4OAS
Session down a bit from previous nights but maybe just barely as its tough to call it an average or poor night with trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings plus relatively strong transcontinental paths for North America; Lots of "diode effect" observed during this session that probably goes beyond elevated noise levels on one end of the path
Tough night in eastern North America as noise and QSB impacted even short hops; Situation in Oceania wasn't much better as storms are 'parked' and creating lots of noise making trans-Pacific activity a one-way affair; CW QSO's reported in the West with KI6R <-> W6DJX, VE7VV; E51WL makes an appearance, reporting stations in North America, Pacific and Australia; One-way trans-Atlantic report for the session with AA1A -> GM4OAS
Mostly stable evening band conditions with good propagation in the East spread West overnight but seasonal storms in Oceania limited receiving in Australia and subsequently many trans-Pacific and Pacific reports; Geomagnetic conditions remain somewhat active with elevated solar wind velocity; Today is the one year anniversary of rules and notification process for MF and LF
Many transcontinental openings during the evening in spite of high QSB that was possibly due to unanticipated G1 storm levels; KI6R completes his first CW QSO with W7IUV, also received reverse beacon reports from western Canada; VK4YB JT9 QSO's with NU6O, W7IUV plus attempts with N1VF; Decent session at KL7L given the elevated A and K indices
A slow start to the session in the East and parts of the West with mostly regional openings expanded overnight and this morning with trans-Pacific reports and QSO attempts; Geomagnetic conditions reach unsettled levels again following a mostly quiet previous session
Improving geomagnetic conditions signal the return of numerous trans-Pacific openings from Oceania into the Midwest and parts of the East; Another good night of JT9 QSO's for ZF1EJ; High latitudes continue to struggle as the A-index remains very high; W5EST presents: ''Viewpoint: Phase Rate-of-Change Affects JT9 Diversity Reception''
Wild ride as G1/G2 storming stirs up the band with short hops early in the session, many favoring North / South paths, giving way to unstable Pacific and trans-Pacific openings this morning about the time of significant DST decreases; Mid-latitude openings and band stability may have been significantly different from those at higher latitudes
Strong session, particularly for western North America and the Pacific region, with several stations completing QSO's with KL7L and two-way JT9 between W7IUV, NU6O and VK4YB; Strong but unstable transcontinental openings that continued until sunrise in the East; ZF1EJ returned to air following recovery from a lightning strike, completes JT9 QSO's with US; Many openings were represented well before sunset and remained well after sunrise; Geomagnetic storm levels are nigh upon us - are we experiencing some enhanced band conditions?
QSB started the evening session in North America but the band settled down through the evening allowing numerous transcontinental QSO's including new initial QSO between N8IVE and W7IUV; Several eastern stations reported by K9FD including 200 mW EIRP K2BLA as Fall band conditions begin to take hold; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific WSPR reports looking good as paths continue to improve
Another strong night with transcontinental QSO's for K9KFR and W7IUV, a few trans-Atlantic reports including AA1A -> EI0CF, LA2XPA and another trans-Pacific QSO for W7IUV and VK4YB; W0YSE continues to have success at 500 mW EIRP including WSQCall and FSQCall along the West coast and to KL7L; K2BLA 200 mW EIRP reported at K9FD and VE6JY; W5EST presents: ''Part 8: Limits of JT9 Receivers in Diversity''
Another strong night of transcontinental openings for North America although higher band instability reported; Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings continue including KL7L -> JA1PKG although elevated noise in Australia may have impeded some activity; First trans-Atlantic reports in Europe of North American signal this season with AA1A -> EI0CF, F59706
Maybe the best session of the young, new season with an early trans-Atlantic opening followed by numerous transcontinental QSO's and high quality morning Pacific and trans-Pacific openings allowing another QSO for VK4YB and W7IUV plus numerous reports on a variety of modes; There was something for just about everyone on the air last night
Early evening session in North America favored mostly North and South paths but transcontinental openings made a late evening appearance; Trans-Pacific and Pacific paths were down again but not out; Solid opening reported for W0YSE, W7IUV to KL7L this morning; W5EST presents: ''Viewpoint: Match 630m TX Antenna Without Scopematch?''
Poor propagation observed that struggled to support even regional openings in some areas and oddly high noise levels reported across North America; Geomagnetic conditions are percolating a bit but remain at mostly quiet levels for now; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were sloppy at best but W0YSE's WSQ and FSQCall were reported by KL7L and N1VF was reported by VK4YB
W7IUV and VK4YB complete the first trans-Pacific QSO of the new season; Great propagation in the West expands to the East during the evening allowing a number of domestic QSO's although noise remains very high in a number of areas; KL7L woke up early for JT9, receiving a few report as aurora visible on horizon; W0YSE operates four modes over night; Band is heading in the right direction for the moment
Strong night for western North America, Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings but the East was dominated by short hops and regional QSO's in spite of relatively low noise and good band activity; Quiet geomagnetic conditions and nice DST values observed so why the pockets of seemingly poor propagation in the eastern half of North America? Is the GMF too quiet, are operators expecting too much too early in the evening or is it something else?
The new season is here and the start was a little disappointing as high noise and mostly short hops plagued many domestic openings; Trans-Pacific and Pacific openings were the highlight but down from the previous session; Brief sighting of VE2PEP from FN28; W5EST presents: ''Part 7: JT9 Diversity Receivers Performance Diagram''
Strong end to the 2017/2018 season with quality Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including the final JT9 QSO of the old season between VK4YB and W7IUV; Transcontinental openings return for a number of stations as the band seemed to favor longer-haul openings in many cases; Storms continue to plague the southeastern US and Caribbean; Brazil releases rules for MF and LF implementation
Poor domestic session for North America on the door step of the new season as high noise and plentiful QSB mean every completed QSO was a hard-earned undertaking; Great night for western North America, Pacific and Oceania with many long-haul openings reported; Storms in JA limit reports; W5EST presents: ''Part 6: JT9 Receivers in 5-Day 630M Shootout''
Very good trans-Pacific and Pacific propagation for western North America continues as geomagnetic conditions return to mostly normal; Band openings were probably good in the eastern half of North America also but some of the worst noise of the Summer made listening tough
Band conditions started strong only to diminish by late evening in North America but trans-Pacific and Pacific paths were above average this morning; High latitudes continue to struggle a bit but there were surprises
As expected, it was a poor session with ongoing disturbed geomagnetic conditions; A few regional phone contacts reported in the mid-Atlantic region; Brazil gains access to 630 and 2200 meters
Session began even stronger than the previous, coinciding with the onset of G2 storm conditions but the largest DST decreases in some time later in the evening meant that transcontinental openings were 'DOA'; VE2PEP completes several JT9 QSO's from FN28 on night one of his adventure; A few trans-Pacific and Pacific openings were present including long absent path from VK4YB -> VE7VV
New season begins a few weeks early? Very strong session that felt more like a QSO party than a typical August night, ending with a trans-Pacific QSO between W7IUV and VK4YB; Trans-Atlantic openings return for the first time in months as EA5DOM is reported by N1BUG; KL7L receives reports from JA1PKG for the first time in many months; VE2PEP QRV TONIGHT from FN28
Lot of band activity but propagation was probably not as good as the previous night as QSB and QRN worsened as the night progressed; WB4JWM completed 630-meter QSO number 1000 with NO3M; A few trans-Pacific and Pacific openings but down from recent sessions; W5EST presents: ''Part 5: JT9 Receivers in All-Digital 630M Shootout''
Domestic openings in North America were 'best in months' as a number of transcontinental QSO's and receptions were reported, making for a busy session; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were down in the southern hemisphere but the situation was better for JA, the West coast of North America, KH6 and KL7
Band was slow to stabilize for North America but when it did, transcontinental openings meant a coast-to-coast session for K9KFR; K1BZ completes first reported JT9 QSO on band; Trans-Pacific openings are meager and one-way as the 'diode effect' makes an appearance; Pacific Rim openings between VK4YB and JA seem respectable
Very noisy night in the East but not a total loss as unsettled conditions continue; Continued success with FT8CALL for W0YSE; Good night for Pacific openings including a JT9 QSO attempt between VK4YB and W7IUV plus many JA reports for K9FD and VK4YB; N1VF -> ZL2IT; VE2PEP upcoming operation from FN28; W5EST presents ''Part 4: JT9 Receivers in 5-Day 630M Shootout''
Decent domestic openings for North America, including 200 mW EIRP K2BLA -> KE7A plus numerous late season QSO's as noise continues to be a problem in the South; Geomagnetic conditions return to unsettles levels as coronal hole becomes geoeffective; FT8Call and WSQ comparisons on 630 and 160 meters; Good Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including JT9 from VK4YB reported at W7IUV
Geomagnetic conditions quieten down a bit for now but North American JT9 QSO's were mostly regional in coverage over relatively short distances; More FT8CALL / WSQ comparisons on the West coast and Pacific Northwest / VE7; Pacific openings were solid with improving JA reports for Oceania and KH6; Trans-Pacific openings were not poor but less robust than recent sessions including VK4YB -> KL7L
Mixed bag for much of North America as unsettled band conditions dominate once again but a number of QSO's were completed including FT8CALL in VE7 and the Pacific Northwest and JT9 back East; JT9 QSO's for JA3TVF, JA2UFH and JA0HXV may signal future opportunities for North America and Oceania; W5EST presents: ''Sunset-to-Sunrise 630m Noise Dynamics, August 16''
Geomagnetic conditions continue at unsettled levels with any enhancements hard to find as noise increased in parts of eastern North America and fewer quality openings occurred on the West coast; Trans-Pacific and Pacific openings may have been the high point with N1VF -> ZL2IT, VK4YB -> JA, KH6, KL7 and K9FD -> VK, ZL, KL7; W5EST presents: ''Part 3: JT9 Receiver Shootout in Moderate 630m Static''
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions may have enhanced propagation significantly by morning where a number of transcontinental openings were observed with JT9 and WSPR; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings explode as VK4YB returns to air; VK3HP, VK4YB, K9FD -> JA; VK4YB -> KL7L; W5EST gathers data for 'JT9 shootout' analysis; Probably a good session for CW except for erratic, high noise levels; Start of new season is upon us and hopes for trans-Atlantic openings mount
Another relatively decent night for the East although the band deteriorated a bit during late evening in the West only to rebound this morning with quality Pacific and trans-Pacific openings; Geomagnetic field grumbles a bit as coronal hole becomes geoeffective - unsettled conditions potentially ahead; FT8Call receives a workout from W0YSE and VE7VV
Nice openings and QSO's reported during the evening as the faithful receive a Fall propagation preview; Many enjoy quiet band conditions while others deal with noise in spite of good propagation; What is this 'FT8Call' of which you speak?; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions forecast to return in coming sessions; VK3HP -> K9FD -> JA1PKG, 7L1RLL
Good propagation reported but evening activity was down a bit; N1VF -> ZL2AFP and K9FD -> JA1PKG prevent Pacific and trans-Pacific paths from being a bust; Nice ground wave reported for N1VF on Sunday afternoon
Quiet band conditions and good propagation are enjoyed by many in the East but high noise plagues the West and central portions of North America; Pacific paths are down a bit from previous session but VK4AQJ makes it to K9FD; Something was up! Unsettled geomagnetic conditions made a brief appearance
Uncharacteristically decent propagation continues with good activity and many QSO's reported in the East in spite of continued storm noise; VK5FQ, K9FD -> JA1PKG as Pacific paths continue to show improvements; Geomagnetic conditions are a bit active, signaling something may be about to happen (or maybe it already is?)
Wild QSB and some noise reported in the East but for many it was a better session; K5DNL returns to air with several reports from ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: 630m Static Crash Plots on MSK144 Display''
Slightly better night reported by stations in the East; Some WSQ from W0YSE and VE7BDQ in the West; K9FD returns to air with openings to JA, VK and North America
Very poor session for North America that extended far beyond a storm noise problem; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths were the bright spot with VK5FQ -> JA1PKG and N1VF -> ZL2AFP; W5EST presents: ''Pre-Sunrise 630m Noise Dynamics, August 6''
Three-way WSQ QSO completed between W0YSE, VE7VV and N1VF; Slow night in the East as storms and noise limit activity; W5EST presents: ''Three-Band MF/LF Nighttime Band Noise Comparison''
Eastern storm noise was high but many QSO's were completed including WB4JWM <-> ZF1EJ as Eden makes a rare Summer appearance; New WSQ tests continue with W0YSE, VE7BDQ and others in the western regions of North America; N1VF continues to enjoy a brief trans-Pacific opening; Reasonable western openings for KL7L as darkness returns to Alaska
Very strong evening JT9 activity as band conditions improve significantly for the eastern half of North America and propagation seems briefly enhanced; W0YSE completes WSQ2 QSO with VE7VV to break the western dry spell; Overnight and morning propagation stumble limiting Pacific and trans-Pacific openings to N1VF -> ZL2IT
Several stations in Eastern US completed JT9 QSO's this session but western activity was lean; AA8HS completed his first JT9 QSO with K9KFR; Listen up for LU2DR who was QRV WSPR2 overnight as the days get shorter in the northern hemisphere; K1CG completes 630-meter CW QSO in Coast Guard anniversary special event
A bit of WSPR, JT9 and WSQ activity during the evening complemented improving band conditions; KE7A to operate CW during Coast Guard special event tonight; TF4M returns to reporting for what may be the first time this Summer; Trans-Pacific openings improved overnight
Activity was spread out but a few stations found a way to connect; N1HO takes his maiden voyage using WSPR; Some slight improvements over the previous session including K9FD -> JA1PKG
Many paths beyond regional distances were slow to develop until late in the evening and didn't persist in spite of quiet geomagnetic conditions and positive DST; Trans-Pacific paths OK with N1VF -> ZL2IT and ZL2AFP -> K9FD, KJ6MKI/V, KPH; Path between KH6 and Oceania remains average for August; A number of stations were inactive in North America for one reason or another
Session descriptions range from 'Great' to 'Much better' as activity remains high and excitement builds on the approach to Autumn conditions in North America and Europe; Pacific paths remain on auto-pilot while trans-Pacific paths continue to struggle a bit; N1VF and KR7O prepare a series of experiments to examine signal behavior at twilight periods
High band activity but propagation was a tease with lots of slow-motion and often regional openings for North America; K9FD -> VK, VK3HP -> JA as Pacific and Pacific Rim openings improve a bit; W5EST presents: ''630m Static Crash Plots on MSK144 Display''
Another solid session for domestic openings in North America although transcontinental paths are sluggish once again; N8IVE takes maiden voyage with JT9 completing his first reported QSO's, some over considerable distances for late July; Pacific and trans-Pacific paths are down considerably but ZL2AFP makes a rare transmitting appearance using WSPR
Slow, deep QSB early in the session gives way to a number of openings resulting in QSO's as activity experiences a nice spike; N1VF -> ZL continues including 49 reports from ZL2AFP; K9FD -> JA1PKG openings return; Lightning distribution continues to make listening tough but operators are managing; W5EST presents: ''Y-TFDL Variations on a Theme: Top Fed Inverted Delta''
Nice night for propagation and band conditions as openings began earlier than recently observed; W0YSE operates WSQ and receives West coast reports; Path between N1VF and ZL continues but maybe down from recent sessions; WA4JNX reports return of Palomar VLF converter under a new name this Fall
Western QSO activity perks up as N1VF, VE7VV and W0YSE attempt JT9 QSO's after a dry spell; Mostly average night in the East with plenty of variability in seasonal activity but better days are ahead; N1VF and K9FD continue to be heard in Oceania
Improved propagation and overall band conditions as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return; VK5FQ -> JA1PKG reports return after several days of no Pacific Rim openings; N1VF -> ZL remain the sole trans-Pacific path; W5EST presents: ''Part 3 Testing: Can 630m Bounce off Blue Jets and Red Sprites?''
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions have returned ahead of potential G1 storm levels for the coming session; Several stations reporting quieter terrestrial noise levels after many very noisy nights; Good night for N1VF on the trans-Pacific path to ZL2; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: Can 630m Bounce off Blue Jets and Red Sprites?''
Geomagnetic conditions were quiet but the 'diode effect' impacted a few QSO's attempts while others were unaffected; 300 mW EIRP at W0YSE doing well in the western region; Pacific paths remain at marginal levels
Moderately better session that may have gone largely unnoticed in North America as activity was down but it was by no means a washout; North and South propagation dominated domestic openings again; Pacific paths were down but a few openings remain including KH6 <-> VK
Another very poor night as North American regional paths in the East struggle to open for any useful length of time; The western regions of North America were marginally better; KL7L fires off a few successful WSPR transmissions; Trans-Pacific openings are more optimistic as K9FD was reported by several stations in Oceania; VK3HP -> K9FD but the path to KH6 and North America continues to struggle from Oceania
The bottom has finally fallen out as poor propagation settles in for another typical July night; Regional skywave openings dominated the session in North America when not masked by noise; Trans-Pacific openings did not begin until later in the session; Good propagation will return and there may be a few surprises for those who ''tough it out''
'More of the same' reported for this session as average to below average July conditions continue; N1VF -> ZL2AFP continues
Poor overall session that is typical for July with lower activity; High noise continues to impact stations in the East; N1VF -> ZL2IT
Poor-to-average session for North America as very high terrestrial noise and quiet but erratic geomagnetic conditions continue
Better start to the evening session in North American than previous session but QSB remains challenging on an average July night; DST values plummet this morning - is a geomagnetic event on the horizon?; N1VF -> ZL2AFP but mostly weaker trans-Pacific openings observed
Extreme turbulence during the early part of the session with 'light switch'-type QSB and seemingly very poor propagation that could not be easily explained by geomagnetic conditions; Late improvements but propagation was poorer than recent sessions; 9Z4FV monitoring from Trinidad and Tobago; A few more openings between VK and KH6 than in recent sessions
A 'swinging pendulum' and the 'diode effect' describe overnight propagation as sometimes fickle North / South paths and high, fast QSB dominate the session; Some trans-Pacific openings including N1VF -> ZL2AFP and K9FD -> VK, JA, ZL
Tough night for noise and fading as openings favor regional paths in North America; Geomagnetic conditions remain in a slightly elevated state - something on the horizon?
Noisy band conditions reported across North America but domestic propagation was good; K4AEK took maiden voyage using JT9 and makes his first QSO on the band; Tonight is ''Night of Night XIX''
Fairly bland July night although the usual JT9 crew in the East was joined by W3XY; EA5DOM receives several reports from FR5DH; W5EST presents: ''Receiver Processing to Reduce 630m Noise''
Similar session to previous as quieter band conditions allow easier listening for the eastern half of the country; W0YSE receives WSQ reports from KR7O; Single report for EA5DOM at FR5DH; Mostly average trans-Pacific, Pacific Rim and West coast openings
Session started out very strong for eastern North America but the band became increasingly unpredictable as darkness spread West; VK4YB -> KL7L opening returns and many reports of EA5DOM at FR5DH; Path to JA opens for K9FD
Another night of relatively high activity for the East in spite of thunderstorm; Western operators need just a bit more early darkness to join the eastern ops; Average session for the Pacific and Pacific Rim; EA5DOM -> FR5DH; When will trans-Atlantic openings return?
Uncharacteristic session that felt and sounded like a Fall night for many stations in the Midwest and New England with decent propagation allowing a number of QSO's including JT9 between K9KFR and ZF1EJ; KB9RLW completed what may be his first CW QSO on 630 meters with K9BLI; Better night for higher latitudes after a few dicey sessions; EA5DOM finds later openings to FR5DH; Reasonable Pacific and trans-Pacific openings plus the return of K9FD (/KH6) and AI6VN/KH6
Relatively high JT9 activity during the evening with numerous QSO's completed in spite of a surprise return to G1 storm levels; N1VF and VE7VV complete their first JT9 QSO since the Spring with W0YSE almost included in the QSO tally; Pacific and trans-Pacific openings were typical but there is an obvious void with K9FD's absence; EA5DOM receives a single report from FR5DH 3 hours before sunrise on Reunion Island
Regional openings for the East with brief, challenging openings observed on longer paths; Western openings were probably a bit better due to lower regional noise; EA5DOM reports sunrise openings to FR5DH for third session in recent days; Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings are on autopilot during another average July session
A few nice openings in the East in spite of storms and associated noise but propagation fell apart in the West and was accentuated by lower activity; Trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim paths for VK4YB were 'OK' but session was generally average for July
Decent propagation particularly in the West but eastern openings may have been masked by storm noise; Decent trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; W5DFN takes his maiden voyage using WSPR and experienced a decent session in spite of noisy band conditions; EA5DOM -> FR5DH as DST remains at positive levels and geomagnetic field is quiet
Very good domestic session for North America with a number of evening JT9 signals observed and QSO's completed including initial JT9 QSO between KE7A and K9KFR; Another decent session for Pacific and trans-Pacific openings; Better night for ZF1EJ in recent memory as eastern lightning activity moderates; Path between EA5DOM and FR5DH returns as DST values remain at positive levels for extended periods
Very poor night for listening but there were some improvement by morning including several hard-fought QSO's; Pacific paths were best during this session but trans-Pacific openings were lean once again in spite of on going quiet geomagnetic conditions
A number of one-way short openings observed in North America but no reported QSO's which has been rare but it is Summer after all; VK4YB reported that ZL1ZLD QRV CW on an excellent water path to North America; Generally nice Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including K5DNL -> ZL2AFP and VK4YB -> KL7L + several JA's
Relatively average session for late June / early July with quiet, stable geomagnetic conditions; A few Pacific and trans-Pacific openings reported, particularly at mid and lower latitudes; Storms continue to plague the eastern US but a few persistent operators find QSO's
Propagation in eastern North America was probably better than data suggests due to high storm noise in key activity areas; Transcontinental openings were missing but trans-Pacific openings extend to several stations, including KL7L, K5DNL and N1VF; Shorter distance Pacific openings were less prolific
Wild QSB early in the evening in North America followed by a few reports of transcontinental openings that have been missing or seasonally less prolific in recent times; Textbook 'diode effect' observed on many Trans-pacific paths
Mixed bag as some stations have a decent session while others struggle with the return of G1 storm conditions that may persist intermittently for a while; North and South paths were probably a bit better overnight but tough to pinpoint an enhancement this time
Very poor session in the East in spite of having operators on the air but W0YSE reports decent North and South openings in the western US; Decent Pacific and trans-Pacific openings including N1VF, W7IUV -> ZL2AFP and several JA's for VK4YB
First field day QSOs on 630 meters in the books for US amateurs; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions and high noise didn't spoil the fun for a number of stations; WA3TTS completes his first CW QSO on 630 meters with K3MF while operating from W8CDX; Worthwhile endeavor to secure inclusion in a future Winter Field Day?
Now that Summer is here for the Northern Hemisphere, propagation makes a surprising turn for the better during this session - Will it hold through field day weekend as many 630-meter operators are looking for a QSO?; Geomagnetic conditions reach unsettled levels overnight; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths make a reasonable showing after a few days of lackluster performance;
Domestic propagation and band conditions were decent-to-average for the first night of Summer but most of the credit has to go to operator determination; Trans-Pacific openings were generally missing except for W7IUV -> ZL2AFP and VK4YB -> KPH; Western Pacific Rim openings continue but much of the Pacific otherwise dead; IRC chat access restored and working better than ever; W5EST presents: ''Graphical Half-Hop Propagation Distance Charts''
Solstice is finally here so now the days can begin to get a little shorter; Fairly average night for North America in the Summer; Geomagnetic conditions are down a bit from recent sessions but maybe more in line with on-air observations; W5EST presents: ''Instant Space Weather: Solar X-Rays!''
Pretty decent session for some, all things considered, with strong domestic signals and a few stations not heard in some time; Strong Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA; W5EST presents: ''What Are Bz, Dst, and Solar Wind? How Do They Affect 630m? : Part 3''
North American storms and associated noise impact QSO activity but propagation was OK with a few transcontinental and trans-Atlantic reports. Trans-Pacific and Pacific openings were limited and less prolific than previous session
Geomagnetic field is active as Kp spikes to G1 storm levels; Some enhancements on Pacific and trans-Pacific paths, including W7IUV -> JA1PKG; Better night in North America with numerous openings and QSO's reported included transcontinental openings that have recently been cut off; W5EST presents: ''What Are Bz, Dst, and Solar Wind? How Do They Affect 630m? : Part 2''
Stable geomagnetic conditions didn't lead to big openings during this session but there was just enough activity to keep things interesting; A brick wall seems to have developed in the central US, blocking transcontinental RF; Trans-Pacific paths were completely cut off and Pacific Rim openings were early and mostly down in quantity from previous session; With Solstice this coming week, the days will finally begin to get shorter, albeit very slowly for now, in the Northern Hemisphere
Quite a bit of successful QSO activity in the eastern US during the evening in spite of high QSB and noise on a night where propagation was relatively typical for June; Trans-Pacific paths barely hang on while Pacific Rim paths flourish; W5EST presents: ''What Are Bz, Dst, and Solar Wind? How Do They Affect 630m?''
Brief evening openings in North America gave way to poor overnight band conditions; Trans-Pacific openings retreat while the Pacific Rim path between VK and JA provides results for several stations; Single near-detection limit report for EA5DOM by FR5DH; W5EST presents: ''Can 630m Bounce off Blue Jets and Red Sprites?''
Weird night on 630 meters with pockets of very low noise that may have characterized very poor propagation in some cases and very good band conditions in others; WSPRNet was down much of the overnight period in North America so limited WSPR data today - session WSPR activity and data are questionable
Similar session to previous with less prolific trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings; KL7L returns to transmitting, receiving reports along North American West coast; More wild QSB swings and early JT9 QSO's in eastern North America; Worldwide activity down a bit; EA5DOM experiences nice openings to FR5DH plus a few DX locations around Europe
Another wild night for North America in the evening with lots of noise, QSB and seemingly one-way propagation; Overall openings are down a bit from previous session but Pacific and trans-Pacific paths remain strong and active; W5EST presents: ''Short FCP Concept for 630m Inverted-L or T-Antenna''
Poor night for eastern portions of North America as noise levels continue to limit hearing; Oddly strong solar wind stream observed during session ahead of next forecast geomagnetic disturbance; Signals from EA5DOM and G3KEV traverse Africa to FR5DH; Pacific openings were mostly typical for the session; W5EST presents: ''FCP for Inverted-L or T-Antenna, Get on 630m''
Decent session for the Pacific region including two-way WSPR reports between VK4YB and W7IUV; KL7L has daylight 24 hours a day at the moment but reports VK4YB; North America sees quite a bit of eastern JT9 activity but evening QSB and high noise make operating tough; JI1RPT redux of recent JD1BLY activation; LU1DOW QRV QRSS30; ZL activity on the rise for this session
Short hops and seemingly poor propagation in North America as unsettled geomagnetic conditions briefly return; Pacific openings were decent but activity was down in that region; EA5DOM reports that LU1DOW is on the air from Argentina; W5EST presents: ''FCP for TFDL: Folded Counterpoise for Top Fed Inverted Delta''
Wild QSB swings reported back East during QSO's but it was a quieter night where multiple signals were seen on the air which can be rare during the Summer; EA5DOM received a number of long-haul reports from FR5DH and R3LW; W0YSE, VE7BDQ QRV WSQ; W5EST presents: ''Eric NO3M Discusses Trends in 160m and 630m Propagation''
'Nasty propagation' reported during the evening in North America as noise retreated a bit in the East but very rapid QSB reported; Great trans-Pacific openings as KPH reports VK4YB 51 times through the session; Good opening between N1VF and W7IUV but path between N1VF and W0YSE (/7) at same time and near the same distance was closed
Slight improvements as the trans-Pacific path improves including VK4YB -> KL7L; Pacific Rim openings remain plentiful; Hanging on for dear life in North America as seasonal noise and later openings continue; W5EST presents: ''Prop Mode Probabilities When E-Region Irregularities Extend Along MF Signal Path''
Poor session for North America as stations wait out poor band conditions for a quick QSO; Pacific paths hang on but just barely while path between JA and VK flourishes; KL7L experienced a bit of improvement as geomagnetic conditions attempt recovery
In spite of stormy and unsettled geomagnetic conditions, propagation may have actually improved a bit as the session progressed in North America; Active QSB and noise through the evening, however; PU3VRW listening from southern Brazil; N6GN QRV from new QTH in Colorado; KL7L reported K9FD in spite of high absorption from G1; Pacific openings OK but down from recent sessions; W5EST presents: ''What Could Happen When E-Region Irregularities Extend Along a MF Signal Path?''
Nice onset enhancements in the Pacific as geomagnetic conditions reach unsettled to storm levels due to a high speed solar wind stream; Poor conditions continue in North America, now impacting some shorter, regional paths although a few surprise transcontinental openings are observed; W5EST presents: ''160m Background for Question of 630m Ducts''
Very flat session for North America ahead of possible G1 storm conditions this weekend; Pacific Rim report distributions are down from recent sessions but the path remains open
Similar session to previous although noise conditions may have been a bit trickier overnight; Quiet geomagnetic conditions permit KL7L reports across the western regions of North America; Pacific Rim paths between JA and VK continue
Another average session for late May in North America but decent JT9 activity during the evening including WA3U in Delaware; VK path to JA was open allowing VK4YB to be joined by VK5FQ in reports from Japan; Noise remains high across North America but western stations enjoy a few Pacific openings
Geomagnetic conditions were quiet and DST values were OK but band was really flat and slow to open outside of regional activity; Pacific openings may have been weaker but continue to produce results; Nothing heard from the Atlantic
Very poor start to the session in North America in spite of lower noise conditions for many but openings improved as night progressed; Pacific region remains on autopilot with decent trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings observed
Geomagnetic conditions remain quiet and DST levels increase again, coinciding with trans-African openings between EA5DOM and FR5DH; Low activity and high noise for parts of North America; Pacific and Trans-Pacific openings continue as bright spot including VK4YB -> KL7L and numerous VK reports in JA and KH6
Average session for late May in North America and many regions around the world with lots of noise and sporadic openings; Geomagnetic field has settled down and DST values are looking up for now; EA5DOM path to FR5DH continues - Pascal reports listening MF this weekend
Relatively weak night compared to recent sessions with quality band openings beginning later than typical; Some decent regional openings observed during the late evening; Better North and South paths than East and West; Improved path between Oceania and Japan
Mixed results for this session due to noise but plenty of decent domestic openings for North American stations; Variable geomagnetic conditions overnight ahead of the next event leading to possible unsettled conditions; W0YSE compares WSQ decoders; VK4YB reports JA path down a bit but hanging in as North American paths dry up
Similar session to previous as noise migrates a bit further East; A few decent North and South domestic openings in North America; Pacific Rim openings continue between JA and VK
Decent evening activity in spite of high noise levels in the South - Are we experiencing a post-Hamvention 'bump'?; Pacific Rim openings roar back after poor previous session; EA5DOM -> FR5DH openings continue; W5EST presents: ''630m from Spain to Reunion Island across Africa…How?''
More of the same as propagation and noise continue to evolve to Summer conditions in the Northern Hemisphere; Pacific paths struggling a bit as early JA reports virtually disappear; Successful WSQ between W0YSE and VE7BDQ; Another good night of trans-African openings between EA5DOM and FR5DH
A noisy night with quiet geomagnetic conditions as K9KFR and WB4JWM fight for a JT9 QSO; VE7VV CQ's with JT9 during evening reported by KR7O; Many reports of EA5DOM by FR5DH; Some Pacific paths remain open but less impressive than recent sessions; Brief transcontinental opening as ZF1EJ reports W7IUV; W5EST presents: ''Perspectives on 630m Spotlighting, Part 5: Multihop ‘Imaging’''
Tough session due to very high noise, active geomagnetic conditions and reduced activity coinciding with Hamvention weekend; EA5DOM reports trans-Atlantic openings to N1BUG; W5EST presents: ''Perspectives on 630m Spotlight Propagation, Part 4: Ducts!''
Slightly better propagation as DST values rise ahead of possible geomagnetic storm conditions but terrestrial storm noise in North America really hurt openings; Trans-African path returns for EA5DOM, 9A3KB and FR5DH; W5EST presents: ''Perspectives on 630m Spotlight Propagation, Part 3: Domes and Arcs''
Noisy night where every report and QSO was hard-fought; Quiet geomagnetic conditions with DST values at or near positive levels but in lower noise areas the band remains relatively poor; W5EST presents: ''Perspectives on 630m Spotlight Propagation, Part 2''
A few slight improvements to propagation although North and South openings continue to dominate; High noise for the eastern half of North America as big storms continue; VK4YB presents ''The Top Fed Delta Loop, 630m Antenna''
Poor session overall with mostly short North and South openings reported; W5EST presents: ''Perspectives on 630m Spotlight Propagation, Part 1''
Mostly average band conditions for mid-May as storms stretch across parts of eastern North America and Europe; Geomagnetic conditions recover some only to regress a bit this morning; Decent session in the Pacific with good JA and VK activity and a few nice long-haul openings
Considerably better propagation around North America in spite of ongoing active geomagnetic conditions including transcontinental openings between K2BLA and K9FD; Interesting noise phenomenon reported by NO3M and others during very active thunderstorms in Midwest and Northeast; Pacific Rim and trans-Pacific openings look decent although high winds cause damage at VK4YB
Poor band conditions around North America continue but Pacific Rim openings between Australia and Japan show some life; Can't seem to shake unsettled geomagnetic conditions; W0YSE and VE7BDQ may have been the only QSO for the session using THOR
It was another very poor session with high noise, weak propagation and seemingly deteriorating geomagnetic conditions
Not a great domestic session but probably better than an average May night as a few stations brave elevated noise; K9KFR completes lower than normal TPO JT9 QSO's during the evening with WB4JWM and W9XA so the band wasn't too poor; KU7Z reported WSQ from W0YSE and VE7BDQ; Pacific openings hang on for another night; No Atlantic opening reports in a few days
Another solid THOR4 QSO between WA3ETD and VE3CIQ; Reverse beacon network returns to service!; Nice trans-Pacific openings for VK4YB to ZF1EJ plus others, mostly at lower latitudes; Pacific Rim path between Oceania and Japan returns; Geomagnetic field continues to struggle on its recover
Disturbed geomagnetic conditions continue but numerous North American paths were open overnight including QSO between K1YQP and VE7BDQ using WSQ; Paths between Oceania and Japan were down but spotty trans-Pacific openings were observed along the West coast; W5EST presents: ''TFDL System Efficiency: How Much Does Current Multiplication Increase It?''
G1 storm conditions meant wild QSB swings for North American stations during the evening; EA5DOM reports a few trans-Atlantic openings to Northeastern stations plus sunset openings to FR5DH; Trans-Pacific 'spotlight' openings reported by VK4YB and continued nice openings along the western Pacific Rim; K9FD reporting numerous VK stations, some for the first time in 2018; K1YQP joins the WSQ gang again, being partially received by W0YSE
Relatively active evening session in parts of North America in spite of eastern storms; New geoeffective coronal hole beginning to unsettle the geomagnetic field; Trans-Atlantic path remains slightly open between G3KEV abd VE9GJ; Pacific openings extend to the eastern portions of North America; VK4YB enjoys nice opening to JA as K9FD sees similar quality openings to VK
Better domestic session for some stations in eastern portions of North America while storms continue to rage in the central US; WA3ETD and NO3M complete evening THOR4 QSO as K3MF reports 100% copy; JD1BLY operation from Ogasawara cut short due to inclemate weather; Solid openings continue along the Pacific-Rim between Oceania and Japan but some trans-Pacific paths and K9FD to Japan were much weaker
Very poor domestic conditions in North America as big storms result in lightning from Mexico to New England; JD1BLY operation from Ogasawara continues with numerous JT9 QSO's with JA; QSO attempt between VK4YB and JH3XCU - close but no cigar!
First 630 meter QSO's from JD1BLY on Ogasawara are in the books; VK4YB and K9FD (/KH6) complete their first JT9 QSO since late 2017; K9BLI QRV JT9 for the first time, making initial, late season QSO's; Trans-Atlantic and trans-African paths open for EA5DOM; In spite of successes, it was a poor, noisy session for much of North America
Tough to string two good sessions together and last night was no exception for domestic openings in North America; Decent trans-Pacific openings as well as reasonably good Pacific Rim openings between Oceania and Japan; DON'T FORGET - JD1BLY QRV 630 meters from Ogasawara, AS-031, May 2 to 4; W5EST presents: ''TFDL Performance Revealed: Top Fed Inverted Delta Loop''
Great session for trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings as noise decreases in Oceania and good propagation can finally be realized; Pacific openings extend into central US, including two-way WSPR for K5DNL and VK4YB plus many others in the West; Surprising amount of evening and overnight JT9 activity reported in spite of quite a bit of noise in the East; W5EST presents: ''630m Intuition: Think of 112, One-One-Two !''
Another average night for North America with high QSB early in the evening and a number of transcontinental openings reported later; Decent Pacific and trans-Pacific openings reported including lots of activity between Japan and Oceania; Noise was relatively low in spite of lightning reports - due to poor overall propagation or something else?
Slow night for domestic activity but the band was open including many nice Pacific openings for western stations; Geomagnetic field stumbles a bit with brief period of elevated solar wind and proton concentration
Similar session to previous as stations fight seasonal noise and shorter nights for QSO's; VK4YB reports 'reasonably good trans-Pacific propagation'; W7ALN reports WSQ from W0YSE and VE7BDQ; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions in the forecast; W5EST presents: ''Tune a 630m Top Fed Inverted Delta (TFDL) TX Antenna''
Average session where operators put forth a lot of effort to attempt QSO's that were a lot easier as recently as a week ago; DST values spike ahead of possible unsettle geomagnetic conditions in coming sessions; Trans-Pacific openings favored the western regions of North America
Australian stations using special 'AX' prefix for ANZAC day; Longer domestic openings are getting tough as noise builds but K0KE reports a new one, working K9OMA but unable to complete with KU8T; Trans-Pacific openings remain pretty good and Pacific Rim openings between VK and JA are better than in several session; 9A3KB -> FR5DH on Reunion Island
Higher latitude openings improve as ionospheric fog clears some allowing VK4YB -> KL7L after several sessions of very poor conditions; Good trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; Many stalwarts continue to put forth lots of effort as seasonal band conditions continue to deteriorate - this too shall pass
Numerous short haul domestic JT9 QSO's reported and a strong night for trans-Pacific openings, particularly for the West coast; High latitude paths continue to struggle in spite of improving geomagnetic conditions; W5EST presents: ''WX Front Profile for Refractive SNR Enhancement in 630m Night?''
Poor band conditions and high noise hindered activity although a few QSO's were reported including one between W0YSE and W7WKR using WSQ; Trans-Pacific openings experienced strong periods including VK4YB -> NO3M and W7IUV -> VK4YB
Average session with spotty evening activity including a number of rare FT8 QSO's as geomagnetic conditions calm a bit; W0YSE makes an otherwise average domestic session worthwhile with a morning WSQ QSO with K1YQP
G2 storm creates bizarre on air conditions during the evening and overnight including a brief enhancement between VK4YB and NO3M at sunset in Oceania; K3MF completes initial QSO's with WA3U and W0SD; KU4XR, WA9CGZ, WA3AVN and W1IR complete WSQ QSO's overnight; KW7T QRV CW many mornings around 1100z on 473.6 kHz and looking for QSO's
Another night of oddly quiet band conditions in North America; WD8DAS makes first reported JT9 QSO's with several stations; W0YSE WSQ reported by KU7Z; JA1PKG and JA3TVF reported in Hawaii and Australia; Good trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; Trans-African openings continue between EA5DOM and FR5DH
Another decent April night with a number of QSO's completed including WA3ETD, K9KFR, WB4JWM <-> WA3U for new grids and states; One-way asynchronous trans-Pacific openings observed, making QSO's challenging; ARRL did NOT exclude 630 meters from Field Day 2018 so make your UTC notifications for your site before you forget and think big when it comes to antennas!
Uncharacteristically quiet session for North America allowing some nice transcontinental openings to be utilized including N1VF <-> K9KFR <-> ZF1EJ with JT9; Good CW conditions this morning including activity from W0SD, K2BLA, K3MF and KB5NJD; Evening phone QSO between VK4YB and VK5FQ reported by ZL2AFP''
Band rebounds a bit with slightly lower noise and improving geomagnetic conditions; Solid Trans-Pacific openings observed this morning; W5EST presents: ''Testing MF Reception and Modeling Weather Front Profile for SNR Enhancement''
Another noisy night as stations fight for every report and QSO; Trans-Pacific paths were pretty good in addition to big JA opening for Oceania; Path between 9A3KB and FR5DH was open for another night
High noise negatively impacted stations across North America and the Pacific into Oceania with Europe not faring much better; A few regional QSO's were completed but all reporting was down during this session, typical for this time of year on the low bands
What a difference 24 hours makes - Unsettled conditions return just as evening begins in North America resulting in a tougher session than previous; High band activity gets an 'A' for effort, however; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to hang on including several reports of US stations by GM4OAS; W5EST presents: ''What About Weather Front Effects on 630m Propagation?''
One of the most active domestic sessions reported in North America since January 2018 with more than 20 simultaneously active JT9 stations completing QSO's - where are you?; W0SD and K9FD (/KH6) complete a difficult QSO overnight; W0SD seeking CW QSO's; Geomagnetic conditions calm for this session but unsettled sessions remain possible
Poor band conditions did not deter K9OMA, W9GT or KU8T from their first reported outing with JT9; K9FD (/KH6) completed JT9 QSO with KR7O; G1 storm conditions are here with poor band conditions for mid and high latitudes
W0SD stirs excitement on the band again with a number of stations picking up South Dakota; K9FD (/KH6) was QRV JT9 and plans to be back tonight near his sunset; Very high noise levels reported in the South and East and unsettled geomagnetic conditions return with G1 storm levels possible
Big night on the air as WA3U was QRV from Delaware for the first time, completing JT9 QSO's with NO3M, WB4JWM, K9KFR and possibly others; W0SD returns to air after being away for much of the Winter working a number of JT9 stations; W5EST presents: ''Each SWR Implies a Maximum Reactance''; A very brief presentation of submitted weekend reports''
Noisy session by morning for parts of North America but propagation was pretty good including W3LPL -> LA2XPA, K5DNL <-> VK4YB using WSPR and NO3M -> VE6WZ with CW; KU4XR operates WSQ higher in the band than others to avoid WSPR QRM; Geomagnetic conditions remain fairly stable''
Quieter band conditions return for much of North America, if only briefly, allowing trans-Pacific reports to span the continent; Improving path between Oceania and Asia; Numerous one-way openings reported where noise was not the dominating factor''
Storm noise had major impact on session but a few QSO's were completed during the evening; Good trans-Pacific openings including N1VF -> VK4YB and VK4YB -> KR7O using three different modes; Pacific reports from JA continues to make a strong showing; Trans-Atlantic reporting has mostly dried up; W5EST presents: ''Homely Description of dB Return Loss and SWR''
Noisy band conditions with mostly flat domestic propagation; Solid trans-Pacific openings continue, particularly around the Pacific Rim; K6KBE and W0YSE attempt a CW QSO but band conditions were poor; KL7L reporting again from the road
Quiet band conditions and solid transcontinental openings allow several station to continue evaluating WSQ during the evening; Trans-Pacific openings extend into the eastern US once again; Strong CW signal from W0RW this morning
Large increase in WSQ activity as many operators seek a free-form communications mode that is tolerant of seasonal noise; Trans-Pacific paths are curiously stronger on the East coast than West coast; Solid opening to JA in the Pacific and along the Pacific Rim
Abnormally strong session for late March with low noise and solid high latitude trans-Atlantic openings including ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA; Good evening for WSQ as K9SLQ and KB5NJD complete an evening QSO and VK4YB calls W0YSE this morning; Pacific Rim JA openings between KL7 and VK continue
Slow evening but really nice propagation and relatively low noise this morning for much of North America; KR7O reports good transcontinental openings with solid WSQ receptions of KU4XR; VO1NA soliciting late season CW QSO's with North America and Europe; Nice trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> central US and KL7L, K9FD -> JA
The seasonal slowdown continues but plenty of paths remain including solid trans-Pacific openings for VK4YB -> VE7SL, VE6XH, VE7BDQ with JT9 and WSPR reports by W0ETH, W0SD and KC3OL; Unsettled band conditions are once again on the horizon; Trans-African path returns with EA5DOM -> FR5DH
A few active stations connect during the evening in spite of storm noise in the central US; W0YSE reports VK4YB with probe but not with transmit antenna during a listening experiment overnight; W5EST presents: ''What About Tropospheric Effects on 630m Propagation?''
Slow night and high noise in the central US ranging from Mexico to the Midwest but a few QSO's and reports were registered by several of the faithful; A number of trans-Atlantic openings were observed including W1IR -> G4DMA/M; Trans-Pacific openings continue to improve as noise decreases in Oceania; Geomagnetic conditions remain elevated as fast solar wind continues
W0ETH surfaces on JT9 during the evening, giving a new state to a few stations that braved the noise; KE7A operated WSQ for the first time and received reports from KR7O in California; Solid JA openings for VK4YB but path to North America was limited to West coast; Geomagnetic conditions remain unsettled
Another quiet session with good evening JT9 activity as many stations seek the elusive W0ETH located in Missouri for a new state; Good night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> AE2EA, ZF1EJ; W1IR reported by G4DMA/M in spite of unsettled geomagnetic conditions; JA openings continue for VK4YB and K9FD
Surprisingly low evening noise in the East resulted in a lot of QSO's but noise continues in the West due to recent thunderstorm activity; JH3XCU reports numerous QSO's completed in Japan; W0YSE reports reception of WSQ from KK6TG and a few eastern JT9 stations; Decent trans-Pacific openings observed but no trans-Atlantic reports as the geomagnetic field ramps up for round two
Quiet terrestrial conditions returned for many stations in the East ahead of the next geomagnetic disturbance; Equinoctial trans-Pacific propagation reported by VK4YB; Trans-African and trans-Atlantic openings originate from EA5DOM; NO3M reported W0ETH QRV with JT9 from Missouri this morning but no QSO reported YET - the hunt is on!; JH3XCU reports JT9 QSO with JA3TVF; Numerous late season initial QSO's reported as stations like W3SZ, AE2EA and W4BCX make push before being overtaken by seasonal noise
Mid and lower latitude stations fared better than those at higher latitudes although several trans-Atlantic openings were reported; Trans-Pacific openings extended into the central US including VK4YB <-> North America and VK4YB -> Asia; W4BCX completes his first reported CW QSO with K2BLA; Good domestic openings for North America this morning
Geomagnetic conditions and trans-Atlantic openings improved, if only briefly, while Trans-Pacific openings are off of recent highs; AE2EA completed what may be his first reported JT9 QSO with WA3ETD; W5EST presents: ''Equinox at DP0GVN’s 160m Receiver: What Does It Mean for 630m?''
Relatively average session for the end of Winter as high noise and regional propagation dominate North America; Trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic paths show some signs of life but are down considerably from just one month ago; W5OXC completes his first 630 meter CW QSO; W5EST presents: ''Equinox and 630m Ham Radio Between N/S Hemispheres''
G2 storm conditions arrive during the early evening in North America and terrestrial weather and QRN challenged listeners overnight and this morning; Seasonal trans-Pacific openings continue for VK4YB and K9FD; IW4DXW -> FR5DH; KL7L / G4DMA gets perspective while listening to European stations
Overwhelming noise reported in the East during the evening but by morning transcontinental openings were reported by stations in the West; KK6TG reported on WSQ by KR7O; Strong trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> NO3M, many JA stations; KL7L operating as G4DMA reports early openings from eastern Europe
WA3ETD wins a hard fought JT9 QSO with W3SZ as the band shows lot of evening instability; WB4JWM connects with W4BCX using JT9 for an initial QSO; N3FL and K1RGO completed an evening CW QSO
Geomagnetic conditions remain unsettled but good openings were reported on transcontinental, trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths in spite of increasing daylight and noise; KU4XR completes his first WSQ QSO with W1IR;
Unsettled conditions finally arrive although any enhancement wasn't realize by many during the evening but propagation was significantly better this morning; FR5ZX is now transmitting - is the path to Antarctica a reality?; VK3HP and VK4YB take advantage of nice openings to North America and Japans
Strong morning session for CW and JT9 in North America; Noise in the West limits an otherwise solid night of transcontinental openings; Trans-Atlantic openings improve significantly over previous session; Strong trans-Pacific and Pacific Rim openings continue; G1 storm watch in effect as solar wind likely arrives during coming sessions
Great Pacific openings continue between Oceania, Japan and North America; KL7L has strong session with reports of his signal at ZF1EJ; JA3TVF reported at K9FD; Trans-Atlantic openings remain meager but G0RMF reports W1IR; G1 storm conditions are in the space weather forecast
A number of noise warriors find early success but are stifled after dark; W0YSE's CQ's on CW heard in Texas this morning as propagation and noise levels improve; WSQ reports skyrockets in Oceania
High noise levels significantly impact on-air activities as we progress closer to Spring band conditions; Geomagnetic conditions remain unstable but storm levels were never reached; W3SZ takes his maiden voyage, working K3MF with CW during the afternoon; VK4YB reports lack of simultaneous path reciprocity with North America, threatening trans-Pacific QSO attempts on the approach to the equinox
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return with a risk of G1 storms; Decent band activity including transcontinental reception of WSQ from W0YSE by NO3M; Morning WSQ roundtable between K1YQP, KR7O and W0YSE; Another strong session for Pacific activity; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: Where and When? 630m Signal Paths to DP0GVN in Antarctica''
V31BP: real deal or pirate located somewhere in the Northeast?; Path between Europe and FR5DH opens but path to DP0GVN remains elusive; ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA, K9FD, KL7L; KR7O reports transcontinental openings to New England which have been recently missing
Noise in North America decreased quite a bit but fast QSB was present meaning a few exciting and quick CW and JT9 QSO's were completed; Significantly better band stability observed this morning; W5EST presents: ''Where and When? 630m Signal Paths to DP0GVN in Antarctica''
High noise impacted some QSO activity in North America overnight but WSPR activity revealed a few nice trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings; ZL1EE reports WSQ QSO with VK4YB; DK7FC says Antarctica is listening on 630-meters
Very noisy night in North America is a sneak peak of things to come as we approach Spring and Summer; Nice Pacific openings from Oceania to North America and Asia, including VK4YB -> ZF1EJ, NO3M
Good trans-Pacific openings as KR7O receives a complete WSQ message, WSPR and JT9 from VK4YB; Morning domestic openings were significantly better than those in the evening; Long haul path across Africa from Scandinavia returns as LA8AV is reported by FR5DH
Mostly flat session that coincided with a slight geomagnetic disturbance overnight; Trans-Atlantic paths outperform trans-Pacific paths but noise and terrestrial weather may have been a contributor
First time trans-Pacific WSQ signals reported between VK4YB and KR7O; Nice transcontinental openings in the late evening while trans-Atlantic paths struggled a bit; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: JT9 QSOs, Maximum Capacity Per Night—Plus a Question''
Noise floor on the rise while geomagnetic conditions were quiet and DST values stabilized which coincided with strong signals on peaks; WSQ activity continues in Oceania and parts of the Pacific Northwest; K3MF and WA3ETD work a bit of PSK31; Decent long haul openings on ocean-going paths; W5EST presents: ''JT9 QSOs: Maximum Capacity Per Night?''
Quiet geomagnetic conditions but mostly negative DST values may have led to a comparatively poor session; A few stations with linear PA's work first reported PSK31 QSO's since the band opened to hams; Decent trans-Pacific paths continue as NO3M, K9AN and K5DNL report VK4YB; Trans-Atlantic paths remain sluggish
K1YQP completed 500 mW EIRP transcontinental JT9 QSO with NO3M overnight; VK5FQ reports his first long distance WSQ QSO with VK4YB
Geomagnetic storm conditions return, briefly tanking DST values which have since recovered; Fast QSB returns, hampering a low power transcontinental JT9 QSO attempt overnight between K1YQP and NO3M; VK4YB has a decent night or reports in North America, including JT9 reports from W7IUV
Relatively poor session with very slow QSB but a number of transcontinental openings materialized on peaks; New coronal hole becomes geoeffective; Trans-Pacific WSQ tests in progress, seeking a lucky opening; LA2XPA -> YV7MAE
'Seasonably good' trans-Atlantic openings continue but trans-Pacific openings were the big story as W3LPL reports VK4YB on a path in excess of 15000 km; Strong domestic CW signals from K9SLQ and K8TV during the evening; K3MF reports K9FD (/KH6) after local sunrise in PA; G3KEV, EA5DOM -> FR5DH; A number of WSQ stations find success in Oceania for a second night; KL7L/KH6 has another good night of remote receiving in spite of noise challenges
Propagation varied quite a bit but a number of long transcontinental openings were enjoyed at low power levels; North and South paths dominated the early evening; Geomagnetic conditions are elevated and unsettled-to-storm conditions are possible in the coming sessions; Stations in Oceania fight noise to play with WSQ2; A bit of SSB on 478.8 kHz LSB; Receiving success for KL7L/KH6
G1 storm conditions coincide with high terrestrial storm noise; VE9GJ completed first JT9 QSO with K3MF followed by WA3ETD; NO3M testing transverter on 478.8 kHz SSB; Lots of chatter about WSQ2 activity in Oceania and North America; EA5DOM -> FR5DH; Trans-Atlantic paths were 'seasonal' including LA2XPA -> YV7MAE; Noise was a major player with trans-Pacific openings but KL7L/KH6 reported W7IUV and K9FD
Decent night for transcontinental openings in North America including some observation of longer JT modes by N1VF and NO3M between software crashes; VO1NA -> F4DTL using QRSS10; WSQ settles on a workable watering hole frequency; Trans-Atlantic openings favored the East coast down into lower latitudes
Trans-Atlantic openings were down, favoring lower latitude paths; Domestic openings mostly favored North and South paths but a few transcontinental opening slipped in for some North American stations; KC3OL and K5DN complete their first WSQ QSO; Trans-African paths between Europe and Reunion island return; Trans-Pacific paths continue to struggle
'Weird propagation' reported by many with limited transcontinental openings but North and South paths did well, including JT9 QSO's for K1YQP/6 along the West coast; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths reported to be down compared to recent sessions as high noise and unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue; W5EST presents: ''N.America-to-Norway: LA2XPA 630m Reception on 7 Top Winter Days''
Noisy band conditions across North America and Oceania; Good domestic propagation and strong signals early in session; Geomagnetic field active following G1 storm spike overnight; Storms in KH6 keep K9FD and KL7L/KH6 in dry dock but NC0B reports remote JT9 from KL7L in Alaska
Another strong session with a number of QSO's completed in North America; KU4XR takes his maiden voyage using WSPR; JT9 from NC0B seen by VK4YB but no QSO on this noisy night in Oceania; K9FD reported WSQ2 from W0YSE; Trans-African path remains open with G3KEV -> FR5DH; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: 630m Sensitive Receivers Pulled in 20mW LA2XPA''
High activity as K4SV and K5DN operate JT9, providing many initial QSO's; Good transcontinental openings reported; Trans-Pacific openings extend into the Southeastern US; W5EST presents: ''630m Sensitive Receivers Pulled in 20mW LA2XPA''
Weird night for 630 meters as elevated geomagnetic conditions negatively impact some domestic and trans-Atlantic openings; Western propagation was far better than that in the East although a few transcontinental openings were observed; Decent trans-Pacific openings in spite of elevated noise in Oceania including solid openings to Japan for many
Good night for transcontinental openings as W0YSE in Washington works K9KFR in Indiana for a new state; LA2XPA makes his first transmissions using WSPR - we all hope he tries JT9 soon; Geomagnetic conditions are slightly more active; Great trans-Atlantic openings reported but high QSB during the evening; Decent trans-Pacific openings for KL7L and K9FD; Storms challenge VK4YB
Big night for trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO's with openings extending into the Midwest; KN1H was QRV using CW, working NO3M for a new state; A few WSPRnet access problems this morning limit trans-Atlantic WSPR reporting but there were many tremendous openings; Average night of trans-Pacific openings but many were noise limited
Very good propagation including PA0A -> UA0SNV and trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO's for N1BUG and NO3M; Strong transcontinental openings including W0YSE -> KC3OL using WSQ; K9FD returns to air and average trans-Pacific propagation; G0MRF, G3KEV, IW4DXW -> FR5DH; KR7O testing QRSS3
Solid trans-Atlantic openings favored the East to West paths again; Average to below average trans-Pacific openings; DK7FC, G3KEV -> FR5DH; Quiet geomagnetic conditions continue and DST improves through this session; W0YSE finds success with WSQ, working VE7BDQ and N1VF
Very poor session with 'selective' propagation as northeastern stations attempt another night of trans-Atlantic JT9 tests; East -> West trans-Atlantic paths dominated the early part of the session; QSB was brutal once again; Trans-Pacific paths were impacted by noise and antenna damage at VK4YB; KL7L -> JA path opens this morning
Luck finally runs out with trans-Atlantic JT9 tests as band goes flat and 'toggle-switch' QSB prevails; Average trans-Pacific openings while one-way trans-Atlantic openings shift during the session; Flat domestic propagation and fast QSB complicate operating for North America
Very strong session for JT9 in North America and Europe as N1BUG and NO3M work G3KEV again and a number of North American stations are heard ''across the pond''; Many other's make attempts for trans-Atlantic QSO's; ''Toggle-switch'' QSB dominated the session and path reciprocity took a lot of patience to find; Great transcontinental openings and a number of stations work new states; EA5DOM -> FR5DH; Trans-Pacific paths remain pretty good but are noise limited
Second night of the coordinated trans-Atlantic JT9 test was a success: N1BUG and NO3M work G3KEV; NO3M works a tough bonus QSO with KL7L for a new state overnight; Early QSB smoothed out with many late trans-Atlantic openings; LA2XPA reports many JT9 signals include W7IUV on a very difficult path; Quiet geomagnetic conditions - will this continue?
First JT9 QSO's from Alabama as N4WLO take to air; Early evening organized trans-Atlantic tests are underway but did a JT9 QSO occur?; LA8AV -> FR5DH as these long openings across Africa continue; High storm noise in the southern parts of North America
Really strong session in spite of deep QSB through the evening; Trans-Atlantic openings stabilize later in the evening but early evening in North America was hit or miss; Great return for FR5DH on trans-Africa path with nine Europeans reported; ZF1EJ has strongest session yet on trans-Atlantic paths; Trans-Pacific paths remain consistent; W5EST presents: ''Can You Re-Use Existing Structures at Your QTH to Get LF/MF Antenna?''
Incomplete report today: Deep QSB but a number of QSO's reported with JT9 and CW; Great trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings reported; JT9 trans-Atlantic activity night set for 2300-0100z TONIGHT!
Good trans-Pacific openings allow VK4YB to share first time two-way reports with KR6LA and N1VF; Reasonably good trans-Atlantic propagation continues; KL7L returns to air after beginning antenna repairs following recent wind storm; First time WSQCall QSO for K1UTI with WB4JWM
Strong trans-Atlantic openings continue including K5DNL in Oklahoma receiving reports from seven European stations at low power; Comparably strong trans-Pacific session between North America and Oceania; WSQCall reports along the West coast of North America into Alaska; Two-way reports between ZF1EJ and G8HUH; K9KFR completed solid CW QSO with W0RW
N9EGT returns to JT9, giving out new grids for several stations; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings reach into the south central US; CW from VO1NA reported by G0MRF; W5EST presents: ''Image the Magnetosphere, Yes. What About the 630m Ionosphere?''
Deep QSB early in the evening but quiet conditions resulted in many contacts being completed including first time CW QSO between W0RW and KW7T; Trans-Atlantic openings extend to Caribbean and South America; More 'FSQcall' in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest; W5EST presents: ''Figure More Antenna Performances: Interpret Software Models''
Good activity and plentiful domestic openings during the evening while trans-Atlantic paths regressed a bit; Noise on the increase in North America while conditions improve significantly in Australia
K2BLA reported a number of JT9 QSO's while K9MRI worked K8TV on CW; W0YSE and VE7VV completed QSOs using CW, GMSK, WSQ and FSQ; Decent trans-Atlantic openings including G0MRF -> YV7MAE, ZF1EJ and ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA; VK4YB reported improved noise conditions while KL7L reported antenna damage from wind
Geomagnetic conditions were pretty good but noise had a big impact on domestic operating; Some transcontinental openings yielded one-way results; Trans-Atlantic openings remain plentiful but reports were down; Trans-Pacific paths remain down, likely due, in part, to noise; KE7A completes first reported CW QSO; NC0B analyzes dynamic range of WSJTx and IC7300; N6LF re-releases chapter on tuning inductor design
Another good night of propagation in North America in spite of elevated noise; Trans-Atlantic openings favor higher latitudes but G0MRF -> YV7MAE; Good night for KL7L, receiving numerous reports from JA and VK4 in spite of high noise in Australia; VK -> North America remains open through short nights in Oceania; K2BLA invites WSPR stations to try a JT9 QSO
Surprisingly strong domestic session with high activity in North America including QSO's for new stations WB3AVN and KA1AL; Trans-Atlantic openings favored higher latitudes compared to recent sessions; Trans-Pacific openings are typical for the season including continued strong openings between KL7L and Japan
Poor band conditions and weak overall propagation reported in the East, improving later in the evening in the West allowing a few transcontinental openings; KJ6KO looking for JT9 QSO's!; K0KE and WA1OJN show that patience and tenacity can yield long domestic QSO's under even poor conditions; Strong trans-Atlantic openings and decent trans-Pacific openings reported including KL7L -> JA and VK -> North America
Decent domestic evening propagation that may have been slightly enhanced from unsettled geomagnetic conditions; Trans-Atlantic openings were plentiful but off recent highs; Trans-Pacific WSPR openings extend into the Midwest
Early band openings transform into a late evening slump in the East as the West picks up the slack; Decent trans-Atlantic openings but down a bit from recent sessions; Strong session for KL7L with early openings to the lower-48 and Japan in addition to ZF1EJ
More noise and deep QSB impact North American operating during this session; Robust trans-Atlantic openings continue; Average to slightly above average conditions on trans-Pacific paths; W5EST presents: ''LA2XPA Sunrise''
Extreme noise made what might have been an otherwise pretty good night poor for domestic activity; Trans-Atlantic openings were down a bit but favored North American stations reported in Europe; W5EST presents: ''630m QRP on Parade: Part 2''
Very strong session with transcontinental QSO's and "toggle switch" QSB; N6LF makes a brief appearance, completing QSO's with NO3M and W0YSE; Early JT9 QSO between NC0B and N1BUG; KJ6KO completes first reported QSO's; Record trans-Atlantic openings reported for the eastern half of North America; Steady openings between Japan and KL7L; KL7L JT9 QSO's with W7IUV and NU6O
Good session in spite of deep QSB as geomagnetic field flirts with unsettled levels; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to stretch into the Caribbean and South America; W5EST presents: ''Searching for Post-Sunrise 630m SNR Peaks: K5DNL-w5est, 430km''
Strong late evening domestic activity in North America and many trans-Atlantic openings including EA5DOM -> YV7MAE which is likely the first report of Europe in South America on 630-meter WSPR; Geomagnetic activity is elevated with a geoeffective coronal hole; Significant improvements on Trans-Pacific paths including W7IUV -> VK4YB, JA1PKG and NU6O -> JA1PKG''
Another average night of decent domestic propagation and relatively quiet band conditions; Strong trans-Atlantic openings reported across the eastern half of North America; Be sure to listen for KW7T who has been QRV on CW''
Better domestic session particularly in the East with slower QSB that lacked the depth of previous sessions; Many indicate good transcontinental openings; W4KZK makes first QSO's using JT9; Strong trans-Atlantic openings persist while path between JA and KH6, KL7, and VK improves again; W5EST presents: ''Compare Deep Decode WSJT-X vs. Waterfall of WSPR-X''
More of the same for North America with strong trans-Atlantic openings and domestic openings that experienced strong QSB; Trans-Pacific openings remain average; W5EST presents: ''Auto-Decode WSPR from its Decoder Waterfall''
Extraordinary night for trans-Atlantic openings including G0MRF who was reported deep into the US; Trans-Pacific openings were average; W0YSE and N6PIG/7 effectively use JT9 for free-form on air chat tool
Some paths were very good while others were attenuated - it just depended on where you were located and when you were on the air; Unanticipated G1 storm levels for a single reporting period but no defined onset enhancement was observed; Excellent trans-Atlantic openings prior to 0500z; Path to Japan from VK and KH6 remains open but KL7 was subject to high latitude absorption
Great night in western North America, supporting many North and South openings including CW and JT9 for KL7L -> W0YSE, NC0B, K9FD, VE7CNF; Most evening activity in the East washed out by Atlantic storm noise; Trans-Atlantic openings are down but trans-Pacific paths between JA and KH6, KL7 and VK continue including JA3TVF -> K9FD
Poor domestic propagation leaves many stuck in a rut but numerous decent trans-Atlantic openings in the eastern half of North America are observed; Good trans-Pacific openings including two-way reports between JA1PKG and KL7, KH6; W5EST presents: ''630m QRP on Parade!
Another lean night back East for domestic openings but a few active western stations trying to take advantage of openings using modes like GMSK and JT9; Many strong trans-Atlantic openings reaching into the central US again; Trans-Pacific openings are plentiful for stations in quiet locations including KL7, KH6 and JA; W5EST presents: ''Part 3: At Your 630m Station, When Does Sun First Increase D-Region RF Absorption?''
Lower activity and higher noise in the East but a few QSO's are reported; Western North America fares much better during the later evening; Good trans-Atlantic openings including central US -> EU; W5EST presents: ''Part 2: At Your 630m Station, When Does Sun First Increase D-Region RF Absorption?''
Decent session for western portions of North America but the East remains 'blah' as Gulf noise complicates some weak signal operating; Trans-Atlantic openings favor higher latitudes in Europe likely due to noise in the South; Standard fare for the Pacific
High noise and QSB plagued North American during this session but a few surprises were reported; A surprisingly high amount of activity in spite of relatively poor band conditions; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions ahead - will we see an enhancement at onset?
Poor domestic openings with high QSB in North America during the evening but strong trans-Atlantic openings in the East and improving trans-Pacific openings for the West; Pre-dawn polar openings in Alaska with KL7L -> LA2XPA
Very strong domestic and trans-Atlantic session while trans-Pacific openings remained North of the Equator including KL7L -> JA; Band improved as the evening progressed with many QSO's and new grids reported
Slightly weaker domestic openings compared to previous sessions but good trans-Atlantic openings at lower latitudes including ZF1EJ -> LA2XPA; Strong trans-Pacific openings including two-way reports between KL7L and VK4YB plus strong openings between JA and VK, KL7, and KH6; W5EST presents: ''At Your 630m Station, When Does Sun First Increase D-Region RF Absorption?''
Very noisy night in North America impacting domestic activity on the eastern half of the continent; Better snditions in the West; Trans-Atlantic openings were better than trans-Pacific during this session
Fantastic session with quiet band conditions and strong, consistent transcontinental propagation; Good trans-Pacific openings reported including KL7, KH6, VK -> JA; W5EST presents: ''Does 630m Night End with Sun Ionizing the D-Region?''
Lower activity than previous session but many QSO's reported including 30 mW TPO JT9 QSO's at W0SD with K9KFR and NO3M; Quiet geomagnetic conditions return but extremely high noise in parts of Europe and the Pacific Rim; WSPRnet outage impacted many reports
Straight Key Night and the Grid Chase event get off to a great start as many operators take time to make first QSO's of 2018 including first ever QSO's on 630-meters for N1BUG and KR7O
Very strong late evening openings with more wild QSB; W3GRF completes a record night of CW and JT9 QSO's; K3MF reports JT9 QSO with W7IUV as his best two-way DX to date; Path to JA from VK, KL7 and KH6 continues to be very strong; Lots of QSO's reports in Europe; SKN and the Grid Chase event is almost here
Good transcontinental openings observed with very low power on a weird night of very active and mobile propagation; Strong lower latitude trans-Atlantic openings continue; Excellent trans-Pacific openings from VK, KL7 and KH6 to Japan including two-way 7L1RLL <-> K9FD (/KH6); SKN and the beginning of the 2018 Grid Chase event is near
Decent propagation with quiet terrestrial and geomagnetic conditions although trans-Atlantic openings favor lower latitudes including ZF1EJ -> EA8BFK; Great domestic openings for JT9 and CW; G0MRF reports JT9 and FT8 QSO's in Europe; SKN and the 2018 Grid Chase are upon us!
Strong session with good domestic, trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings as well as season-first trans-African reports between PA0A and FR5DH; N6PIG completes first JT9 QSO with W7IUV; JA3TVF first time reports at K9FD (/KH6); G0MRF recommends stations get on the air and make a few QSO's to ring in the new year!
Pretty good domestic propagation reported in the late evening while trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths struggle - noise was a likely culprit at DX locations; W3LPL has added 630-meters to his CW skimmer system
Slow start to session gives way to a number of JT9, FT8 and CW QSO's completed later in the evening as geomagnetic conditions remain at elevated-quiet levels; Trans-Atlantic and polar paths remain very active including KL7L -> LA2XPA; Trans-Pacific paths are improving again; Best night of reporting thus far for YV7MAE
Activity was down a bit in observance of Christmas but transcontinental and trans-Atlantic paths remain strong in spite of QSB; Late polar reports of KL7L at LA2XPA; Hellschreiber message from Santa; Fessenden Christmas transmission by WI2XLQ using Heising modulation
Very strong trans-Atlantic openings reported including Caribbean to Scandinavia and polar openings between Hawaii and Scandinavia; Many QSO's reported using JT9 and CW including a rag chew with JT9 between NC0B and CF7MM; Trans-Pacific paths are down but marginally better than the previous session
Historic JT9 QSO completed between AA1A and G0MRF as trans-Atlantic propagation continues to offer nice surprises; Polar path between KL7L, W7IUV to LA2XPA continues while others in the East also enjoy these high latitude openings to Scandinavia; Many good, late transcontinental openings but probably not as robust as previous session
Very QSB session with periods of very strong propagation allowing trans-Atlantic JT9 QSO attempts with G0MRF to occur; Overnight high latitude transcontinental openings observed as NO3M heard by KL7L on JT9; Good trans-Atlantic, trans-Pacific and polar paths including K9FD, KL7L -> LA2XPA
Weird night ahead of Winter solstice with lower latitude one-way trans-Atlantic reports in the East and high latitude polar openings in the West including KL7L, W7IUV -> LA2XPA; G0MRF offers some thoughts on operating from remote location; Trans-Pacific openings to North America severely impacted by absorption but path to Japan seems pretty good; Good night of domestic JT9 and CW QSO's for much of North America
Short hops and noise dominated domestic and trans-Pacific paths but trans-Atlantic paths were very good; G0MRF QRV from remote site, using WSPR to test performance
A very slow start with deep QSB ultimately turned into a pretty good session of domestic and transcontinental openings late in the evening; Trans-Atlantic openings are better but trans-Pacific openings are down considerably
Poor session in spite of relatively normal band activity as unsettled to G1 storm conditions continue; Uncharacteristically noisy for a December night in North America; G0MRF portable operation begins on December 19 with a focus on JT9 for North America
Quiet start to the session where band was quick to open in the East and slow in the West as G1 storm conditions return overnight; Good West coast JT9 openings to KL7L; Many CW reports on reverse beacon network but did anyone connect?; G0MRF/p QRV JT9 beginning December 19 looking for North America; W5EST presents: ''KH6-LA2 WSPR2 on 630m at last!''
Very quiet geomagnetic conditions result in a very rare and unlikely first time opening between K9FD (/KH6) and LA2XPA; Big night for JT9 and CW QSO's as quiet terrestrial conditions continue for much of North America including transcontinental QSO's between VE7VV and NO3M and also W3LPL and stations in the Pacific Northwest
Quiet night and calm propagation in North America, particularly in the East, meant high activity including first reported QSO's for W1XP (CW), W7HDL (CW) and W4BCX (JT9); A few more trans-Atlantic reports than previous sessions, including high latitude reports by LA2XPA; VK4YB reports 'Macheral Sky' on many trans-Pacific paths to Oceania; NU6O -> JA on WSPR
Signals were weaker than normal and activity was spread out through the evening but many QSO's were reported; K8RYU completes first reported CW QSO with K4EJQ. Long haul paths were down significantly
Good daytime propagation reported as the evening session turns poor following unsettled geomagnetic levels in the afternoon; KK1W completes first reported JT9 QSO with NO3M; Special JT9 trans-Atlantic QSO opportunity by G0MRF beginning December 19!
Elevated geomagnetic conditions and solar wind result in "just OK" session with a few two-way QSO's reported; Trans-Atlantic and Trans-Pacific openings favored higher latitudes but both paths were down significantly
Very good propagation as DST values push to high positive levels although unsettled conditions are returning; AB5S takes maiden voyage on CW completing a quick QSO; Another good night for stations in New England on path to KH6; Coming portable JT9 operating event by G0MRF; 9Q6BB listening to WSPR from Democratic Republic of Congo
Slow start gave way to a very strong night as quiet geomagnetic conditions continue and DST values spike to highest levels in some time; Many JT9 QSO's completed including one transcontinental QSO between W3LPL and W7IUV; N1BUG's new WSPR setup does well with trans-Atlantic reports from EA8BFK and PA0O; New CW stations in Colorado, W0PXM, worked by NC0B
A number of QSO's were reported through perilous QSB including transcontinental JT9 between W7IUV and WA3ETD; Late reports of VK4YB by KR7O and W7IUV; Quiet geomagnetic conditions but very high noise from storms in southeastern US; Strong storms blanket some population centers in Oceania
Deep, wild QSB reported by a number of stations during this session but activity and QSO counts are strong as K7PO surfaces on 630 meter CW handing out a few QSO's
Geomagnetic field is beginning to calm allowing a few bursts of activity during the evening with JT9 and CW including first time CW and JT9 QSO's for K3MF; Tougher night out West but some encouraging early morning JT9 activity on trans-Pacific paths; YV7MAE reporting K4SV and ZF1EJ with WSPR; Trans-Atlantic openings mostly limited to the Northeast
Another weak session as unsettled geomagnetic conditions continue and storms in the East increase noise level impacting activity; N0GMT completes first reported JT9 QSO with KC3OL; YV7MAE reported North American stations using WSPR
G1 storm and very high evening noise from terrestrial storms in the central US give way to a few nice trans-Pacific openings by morning; Trans-Atlantic paths open briefly but down significantly from previous session
Lots of JT9 activity and a number of new stations on the air in North America finding success with low power and simple antennas including KA9OKH, W8ARE and NC8W; More QRN ahead of expected G1/G2 storm conditions, will we see enhancements in the coming sessions?
Weird, slow start to domestic session with signals originating from atypical directions but was a very solid night after band settled down; WA1OJN first JT9 QSO with K9MRI; Good CW signals from K9KFR; Good trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific including first time AE5X -> ZL2AFP using WSPR; N1BUG takes maiden voyage using WSPR as he continues to make improvements to his system; K3MF QRV first time and making station improvements
Fast QSB was the dominant feature on this quiet night in North America where modes with deeper detection limits enjoyed most success; Strong trans-Atlantic openings continue for WSPR users
Geomagnetic conditions weren't poor but the band wasn't necessarily in a good way either with just a few enhancements reported and a lot of weaker signals and QSB overall; Whether it was a good session depends on who you ask but at least band was quiet with lots of activity; CQ NA on JT9 de F5WK!
It was another very good session but most think it was not quite as good as the last as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return for one reporting period; New JT9 station W3XY worked by K9MRI; Band activity was high with many late evening transcontinental QSO's completed
Remember what I said about last session being best this season? Scratch that because this one may have replaced it; Great trans-Atlantic openings at JT9 QSO levels (and CW in some cases!) but late night in Europe meant the opportunity was missed; Strong transcontinental JT9 QSO's and reports including 50 mW EIRP K5DOG <-> VE7SL and VE7SL -> KA1R; First 630-meter DX for WB4JWM; Pre-sunset openings means we need to check band earlier; Geomagnetic conditions may be changing again soon
One of the strongest sessions of the season including high latitude transcontinental QSO's very early in session; Solar wind stream not as big as expected but another G1 storm possible in coming days may mean more enhancement; Strong night of trans-Pacific openings including many JA's for VK4YB, K9FD and KL7L; W7IUV, VE3CIQ -> LA2XPA, K5DNL -> F5WK; Jim, W5EST, presents ''630m WSPR: Pre-Sunset QSB Cycles''
WSQCall QSO between W0YSE and VE7CNF - first in North America with this mode on 630 meters?; KA1AL first time JT9 QSO with NO3M; KA1R reports first time trans-Atlantic WSPR reception; W5EST presents ''Visual Detection of Weak 630m WSPR''
Fantastic session with many continental JT9 QSO's and transcontinental openings including first time two-way JT9 contacts for KC3OL; YV7MAE reporting US stations with WSPR; VK4YB / VK4AQJ JT9 QSO reported by many in North America; Interesting moving spotlight propagation observed on a number of signals during the evening; W5EST presents ''Pre-Sunset 630m QSB''
Good late evening JT9 activity as band stabilizes after 0300z including QSO's for new station KA7OEI in Utah; Kp spikes to unsettled levels which may have given spark for decent propagation including a few transcontinental openings; WA3ETD two-way CW QSO with NO3M
Slow session as many ops are tied up with Thanksgiving festivities in US; Northwestern stations report flat band during evening that improved as the night progressed; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings continue including VK4YB -> K5DN; A few JT9 QSO's reported
Great night for mid and lower-latitude stations while high absorption and QSB plagued higher latitudes; Several new stations QRV and making QSO's including WB4JWM, KA1R and W2RBA - will more arrive on air during this holiday weekend? First time 630-meter CW QSO's for AE5X and K5DOG; More decent trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings using WSPR
Summer-like noise in the South and East and high A-index puts a damper on the session but a few QSO's were completed; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths open from a favorable parts of North America; Noon JT9 activity reported between K9MRI, K9SLQ and K9KFR; New digital mode released by ZL1BPU
G1 storm conditions return but propagation was a mixed bag with lots of 'wild QSB"; N8CGY and AE5X take their maiden voyage on 630-meter JT9; Good trans-Pacific openings that would have been a lot better if less noise in Oceania
Session improved by late evening in North America allowing a number of JT9 QSO's to be completed; Geomagnetic conditions remain quiet but seem to lack spark in spite of nice DST values
Improving evening propagation including transcontinental JT9 QSO between W7IUV and NO3M; Lots of ops looking for QSO's but timing of activity may be too spread out; Trans-Atlantic and Pacific openings persist but down a bit from previous sessions - noise likely a factor
Solid trans-Atlantic openings during the evening but high QSB for domestic openings around North America with increasing QRN; Geoeffective coronal hole means more solar wind soon - will we see an enhancement?; Trans-Pacific openings hindered by strong storms in Oceania; Weekend begins with high activity
A few bright spots for the session but domestic openings were mostly flat in North America; Trans-Atlantic openings are impressive with several two-way reports using WSPR; Trans-Pacific openings continue to be plagued by strong storms in Oceania; W5EST presents: ''CW Recording of 630m QSB: W0RW Packs a Punch''
Slow start to session turns into another big night of two-way contacts on JT9 and CW as the band awakens and geomagnetic activity ramps-up
Poor domestic openings but higher favorability in some longer-haul paths; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return with elevated solar wind velocities; Noise remains very high across the Pacific; W5EST presents: ''Whadda Ya Know! Serious 630m/2200m Info!''
Great start to the night with strong, stable signals and lots of activity but something changed with the geomagnetic field later in the evening; Strong early trans-Atlantic openings while trans-Pacific openings lagged behind; One month anniversary of being on the air under Part-97 and it was a pretty strong showing; W5EST presents: ''Some 630m TX Loop Antennas and Concepts''
Slow to develop but good evening propagation as the veil of higher latitude absorption lifts a bit while deep QSB continues; Trans-Atlantic openings return along the East coast; Trans-Pacific openings OK but noise remains problem in Oceania; VK4YB's JT9 heard by several in North America
Decent session with many interesting QSO's completed in the Berlin Treaty special event including activity by memorial ship WW2LST and cross band activity at NO3M and VE7CNF; Elevated absorption for some at higher latitudes; More record high band activity reported during the evening and overnight; PE5T seeks northeastern NA station for CW QSO; No clear consensus yet for CW calling frequency
Another weird night of propagation as unsettled conditions continue but a few periods of high activity observed on JT9 and CW; VK4YB's JT9 reported by many North Americans but increasing noise in VK doesn't permit a QSO; Evening crossband CW at W0RW; Anyone have a problem with designating 472.5 kHz as the CW calling frequency?
Weird and unstable propagation punctuates unsettled session but great activity with a few notable benchmarks including K9FD (/KH6) -> K2BLA on JT9 and more than 100 WSPR stations reporting K5DNL; ARRL excludes (for now) 472 kHz and 137 kHz from 2018 Grid Operating Event but there is time to fix this and you can help!
Improved band conditions on North and South paths and at least one transcontinental QSO reported at mid-latitudes; Fewer trans-Atlantic openings observed but they continue in spite of elevated absorption; Trans-Pacific openings extend to the Midwest; NU6O's JT9 reported by JR1IZM
Very poor evening propagation as G1 storm begins, exceeding forecast; Morning propagation moderately better for some but session QSO count remains low; New 630-meter reverse beacon nodes, W3OA and N9XG, active during this session; W5EST presents: ''Codec-2 for 630m Digital Voice?''
Amazing evening openings and activity on CW and JT9 as geomagnetic field and terrestrial weather were extremely quiet in North America; A few difficult high latitude openings observed near the auroral oval; Trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific both look pretty good ahead of active geomagnetic field
'Horrible QRN' blanketed North America during the evening so no repeat of the previous session but morning conditions were a significant improvement; Geomagnetic storm conditions may be returning - will we see an onset enhancement?; W5EST presents: ''Is There a 630m Voice Mode Distance Barrier?''
Evening CW explosion on the band sounds like a QSO party with big signals, mostly low noise, and wild QSB; K2BLA takes maiden voyage with new CW transmitter; Big night for trans-Atlantic openings but high noise impacts trans-Pacific reports in Oceania
Decent propagation in spite of very high noise in North America; VK4YB JT9 QSO with K9FD (/KH6); K0KE QRV CW while testing Friday evening'
Tough band conditions for North America as storms leave band sounding like Summer; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return but almost feels like storm levels without the enhancement; Good evening and morning on CW for KK7UV; VK4YB and NO3M coordinate JT9 listening in hopes of a favorable opening; W5EST presents: ''Dive Deeper into 630m Voice Modes: Part 2''
Excellent session with very quiet terrestrial conditions and just enough spark with the geomagnetic field to result in big transcontinental, trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings on a variety of modes including KL7L <-> W0YSE, VE7VV, W7IUV on JT9 and KB5NJD <-> VE7SL, VE7CNF on CW; KC4SIT -> EA8BFK first time WSPR reports; W5EST presents: ''Dive Deeper into 630m Voice Modes''
'Good CW night' on 630-meters as terrestrial and geomagnetic conditions continue at quiet levels; NO3M makes a push for QSO activity with Europe - who will step up and make it reality?; Noise improving in Oceania but now noisy in KH6 and JA; W5EST presents: ''A Slow Voice Phone Mode: What Emission Type?''
Band was a moving target as openings shifted around rapidly but propagation was definitely good for transcontinental, trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic paths; While very quiet in North America, noise remains a major limiting factor in Oceania; W5EST presents: ''Case Study: A 630m/2200m Slow-Voice Phone Mode''
Quiet geomagnetic conditions continue but noisier in East and big storms continue to impact Oceania; Trans-Atlantic paths continue to produce results for several stations and transcontinental openings continue to prevail as QSB remains fast; GMSK activity night in Pacific Northwest; W5EST presents: ''630m Voice, Anyone?''
Historic CW QSO's completed between NO3M and K9FD (/KH6); Good propagation and very quiet band conditions for North America but strong storms in Oceania shut down many common trans-Pacific paths; A few trans-Atlantic openings for the Northeast
Very quiet band conditions for North America and good (but very QSB!) propagation resulted in a very interesting and active evening; Solid propagation this morning as quiet conditions continued; QRN impeded many reports in Oceania but VK4YB was heard as far east as KU4XR; Good night for French stations on trans-Atlantic paths
Quiet to unsettled geomagnetic conditions overnight with missing trans-Atlantic openings and great trans-Pacific openings; Domestic paths were open in very quiet North America but everyone is on a different operating schedule
Excellent propagation and very low noise for North America but bit of a mid-week activity slump - it happens; Very high noise reported in Oceania for a second night; VE7SL returns to MF activity for first time since band opens for US and completes transcontinental JT9 QSO's; Big crystal-controlled CW signal from K4EJQ on 472.3 kHz
Poor propagation from on going geomagnetic storm had a major impact on reports and QSO's; Trans-Atlantic openings take a hit but a few openings persist; High noise in Oceania gives the impression of closed trans-Pacific paths; W5EST presents: ''MF/LF RX Antenna Coupling in the Midst of Local Noise''
Low noise for many, high noise for some and geomagnetic enhancements meant a mixed bag but many QSO's were completed and a few trans-Atlantic and Pacific openings reported; Several new CW operators QRV and completing two-way QSO's including daytime contact between NO3M and K8TV; Big JA opening for KL7L at onset of geomagnetic storm conditions; W5EST presents: ''Toroid Connections for 630m RX Antenna''
Low noise and good propagation result in JT9 QSO between VK4YB and KL7L; KL7L <-> W7IUV on JT9; First CW QSO between North America and Hawaii for VE7CNF and K9FD; Great trans-Atlantic openings including W3LPL -> G8HUH for Frank's first trans-Atlantic report
Good propagation but poor listening conditions due to strong storms in the central US; Good trans-Atlantic openings for the East coast; KL7L testing station for QSO modes - now we need a quieter night
Band openings are moving targets as QSB remains active, but many good openings observed, including JT9 QSO between W7IUV and VK4YB; Trans-Atlantic reports heat up again for AA1A and ZF1EJ; Noise remains unseasonably high as storm system march across North America; More good openings around the Pacific rim including KL7L -> JA1PKG/2''
Another long haul JT9 QSO, this time NU6O and VK4YB, in spite of poor propagation and band conditions as unsettled geomagnetic conditions return; Strong storms in the Gulf of Mexico and Texas making listening tough for many; W5EST presents ''Does 630m Ever Exceed E-Region Maximum Usable Frequency?''
Noisy band conditions and flat propagation dominate this session; QSB is fast and plentiful; Geomagnetic field changes are on the horizon again; KL7L -> TNUKJPM in Japan using WSPR2; WE2X and K1GRO complete first QSO's
Lower noise and quieter geomagnetic conditions overnight allowing many QSO's although QSB was present and very fast again; K9FD (KH6) gives many JT9 QSO's; More trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific WSPR reports; W5EST presents: ''The Curious Case of Missing dB in VK4YB’s Path from KH6 to VE6''
Another historic session as W7IUV completes a two-way JT9 QSO with VK4YB at a distance of 12002 km; Slow start for openings in the evening in spite of relatively quiet band conditions but session finishes strong this morning; ZF1EJ -> G8HUH, AA1A -> EA8BFK on WSPR
Great start to ham activity on 630-meters as the 'official' opening night arrives; Fast QSB and noise were the dominant features impacting QSO's but it made for an interesting night; A few trans-Atlantic and Trans-Pacific WSPR reports were registered and new stations find their footing on the band.
Stormy terrestrial and space weather conditions impact many stations but some are rewarded for efforts; KHP receive WSPR2 - Maybe K6KPH QRV soon?; Good openings for VK4YB to Japan; K2BLA reports first 630m DX with ZF1EJ JT9 QSO; Opening night in US for everyone else is tonight!
Night one of opening weekend on 630-meters for many lucky operators which just happened to coincide with high QRN and a G2 geomagnetic storm; Many CW and digital QSO's completed under part-97 rules; Relatively good trans-Pacific openings including WH2XXP -> JA1NQI/2, JA1PKG, JE1JDL; W1TAG/1 reports Europeans on WSPR; W5EST presents: ''Trans-Pacific Northeast Path Trios''
In spite of continued G1 storm conditions impacting some high latitude paths, good night for trans-Pacific reports including first time reports of VK4YB at W0JW; Trans-Atlantic paths favored low latitude paths between North America and EA8; Nice sunrise peak results in two-way CW QSO between WH2XZO and WG2XIQ
VK4YB experienced a good night of reports across North America as geomagnetic storm conditions and elevated solar wind velocities continue; QRP CW Skimmer reports for several on RBN; Generally good domestic propagation but a bit noisy in some areas; W5EST presents: ''How Equatorial Path Loss Can Be So Low''
G1 storm levels return this morning after noisy night of decent propagation; WD2XSH/17 had good night of trans-Atlantic openings before the bottom fell out; Great night for G3XBM; WH2XZO and WG2XSV success with Reverse Beacon Network reports; VO1NA QRSS10 -> DK7FC; Great JA opening for WH2XCR; W5EST presents: ''Putting in the Numbers: W/VE-KH6-VK/ZL''
High noise and propagation backslides a bit but WE2XPQ-> JA1NQI, KH3XCU; WH2XGP, WI2XBQ -> JA1NQI; Also reasonable openings for VK, KH6 -> JA; WG2XXM experiences good results at QRP TPO; More FT8 in Europe
Talk of "best night ever" from many stations as trans-Pacific paths result in big openings between North America and Asia / Oceania in spite of reported high noise. Another night of trans-Atlantic openings for two East coast stations; The night G3KEV discovered FT8; More new CW skimmer activity observed
Best domestic openings of the season in North America; Trans-Pacific openings impacted by high noise and storms in Oceania; Trans-Atlantic openings on a roll for WG2XKA and WD2XSH/17; Nice reports of VO1NA QRSS10 in Europe; Epic session of Reverse Beacon Networks reports
Very high noise level reported in North America and Oceania so many trans-Pacific openings were covered up; WD2XSH/17 experienced a good night of trans-Atlantic reports; VO1NA QRSS10 -> F6CNI, PA0RDT; W5EST presents: ''Hidden Assumptions When Subtracting Peak SNRs''
Best trans-Atlantic openings so far this season while trans-Pacific openings fail to produce many results; Noisy night in North America and parts of Oceania
Pretty good trans-Pacific openings but sometimes technology gets in the way; Trans-Atlantic WSPR reports return for WI2XRM and WD2XSH/17 and VO1NA reported on QRSS10 at PA0RDT; Coast to Coast CW Skimmer/ Reverse Beacon reports this morning; Good band activity in spite of relatively high noise
Many reporting a strong session including mid and high latitude transcontinental openings as geomagnetic conditions improve but strong storms across North America continue to impact listening; Trans-Pacific openings are hot including WI2XBQ -> JR1IZM
Very noisy band conditions reports by many resulting in an average session; Trans-Pacific paths remain open with many in the Midwest providing reports VK4YB; Path to JA strong for VK and KH6
Many good openings reported but generally average early October session; PJ4VHF KiwiSDR reporting 630m; QRA64 and MF - are they a match?; Wide ranging noise conditions reported along with high band activity; No CW skimmer reports for North American stations
Good trans-Pacific openings but not as good as previous session; Geomagnetic field remains unsettled but is improving; New CW skimmer on the East coast now active; WSPR activity very high for October 1 as many new station prepare for access to band
Another great morning of trans-Pacific openings including several East coast stations reporting VK4YB; CW, JT9 and FT8 in North America and CW in Japan; Fast QSB as geomagnetic conditions remain unsettled
Trans-Pacific paths rebound in a big way as VK4YB receives reports from 43 stations >= 11000 km; Impromptu JT9, JT65, and FT8 QSO's spring up for several during evening continuing with some JT9 DX this morning; W5EST presents: ''VK4YB-XCR-XGP Peak SNRs: Clues to Both Way VK4YB-XGP Paths ?''
Strong geomagnetic storm tempers propagation leaving no question that many magical enhancements are over for a while; VE7AB CW Skimmer online for 630-meters and skimmer activity in Europe
Geomagnetic storm conditions return and the band goes flat as long haul enhancements dry up; More CW skimmer activity in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia; W7IUV provides insight into why some PSKReporter data is never displayed
Very strong night for domestic and long hail propagation; Lots of daytime WSPR reports for WG2XSV; VK4YB and VE7SL try for a CW QSO with VE7SL CW heard at WG2XIQ; Trans-Atlantic WSPR reports by WD2XSH/17; Strong night for CW with WG2XIQ reported by a number of stations including VE6WZ CW Skimmer, N0DZQ, K2BLA, N4DB, and VE7SL
Good trans-Pacific propagation retreats for this session leaving a few quality domestic openings while quiet conditions at WD2XSH/17 allow WSPR reports for PA3ABK/2; Washout overnight at WE2XPQ in Alaska; W5EST presents: ''Can Multipath Across Equatorial Anomaly Help Explain Strong 630m Signals between W/VE and VK/ZL?''
Decent night for propagation but high noise reported in the eastern half of North America; EA5DOM -> W1TAG/1; First time report: VK4YB -> WI2XBV in Florida; Geomagnetic conditions are quiet but will change soon...again
Good domestic propagation but noisy for North America, particularly in the East; Trans-Pacific openings down a bit but still present; VK4YB returns to air after yesterday's lightning strike; Good paths to JA from KH6 and VK; VO1NA CW on 477.7 kHz audible at PA0RDT
Storms in Oceania result in a lightning strike at VK4YB turning a fun morning somber; Nice evening CW signals from WA2XRM on 479.9 kHz
JT9 reports a-plenty for VK4YB at W7IUV; Trans-Pacific openings extend into the East again; VO1NA ->PA0RDT for only Trans-Atlantic opening reported for session; W5EST presents: ''MF Band Comparison: Trans-Pacific 630m/160m''
Big activity on trans-Pacific paths - CW QSO attempt between VK4YB and VE7SL but no joy on the first attempt of the season; W7IUV reporting VK4YB at audible CW levels; VK4YB -> KA9CFD first time report; W5EST presents: ''36 Day Summary View of Trans-Pacific 630m VK4YB-WH2XGP''
Another ''roller coaster'' night for trans-Pacific paths as openings extend into the East; North American JT9 reports of VK4YB heat up and DX QSO plans for first night are underway; EA5DOM -> WD2XSH/17 for first trans-Atlantic opening in a few days; W5EST presents: ''Distance Breakthroughs: N. America – VK''
Geomagnetic storm conditions persist and great trans-Pacific openings continue, although not as far East as the previous session but no less prolific; W5EST presents: ''Build Your Own Composite WSPR Maps''
Noisy night in the central US as geomagnetic conditions cool *for now* but big night for trans-Pacific openings as KU4XR in TN provides 9 reports for VK4YB; VO1NA -> PA0RDT on 477.7 kHz QRP CW; Several CW reports in last few days may mean good CW activity is ahead
Geomagnetic storm conditions continue and high noise is present in the central US but trans-Pacific openings show late spark while trans-Atlantic reports dry up again
Procedures and links for the UTC amateur registration website are here!; Geomagnetic storm conditions return and many report just an average night with not much enhancement but it doesn't matter because US hams can access the band as early as October 15!
High noise and weird propagation that retreated from the previous session resulted in an average session for many
CME arrived bringing G1 storm levels again which helped trans-Pacific openings in parts of the South; Eastern stations didn't receive a similar bump but trans-Atlantic reports originated from W1TAG/1; W5EST presents: ''630m/160m Mysteries in Aug. 21 Solar Eclipse Decodes''
Strong night for trans-Pacific paths to East coast and Caribbean as VK4YB -> N3FL, ZF1EJ; Trans-Atlantic skips over the East Coast allowing WG2XXM -> EA8BFK; Many stations in Southeast impacted by hurricane but several find a way to make reports
A surprise X8.3 flare produces a big CME from a limb that may still find its way to Earth; VK4YB -> central US, including KU4XR in Tennessee; Trans-Atlantic path continues to show life with WH2XXC -> EA8BFK
First night of both trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings in a single night for the new season; Geomagnetic conditions settle down but many lower probability openings continue to be observed
Strong trans-Pacific sunrise peak for many stations in western portions of North American into the central US; W5EST presents: '' ’Leaning Chimney’ Approach to Make Sense of Early and Late Solar Eclipse Decodes''
Kp goes through the roof but many stations experienced a very good night of long haul openings including VK4YB -> WG2XSV; WE2XPQ somehow managed to report WH2XCR through high absorption in Alaska; W5EST presents: ''Scientists on Eclipse Geometry: 3/20/2015 Solar Eclipsed Ionosphere''
Another great night with high activity and excellent domestic and trans-Pacific openings including two-way WSPR reports between VK4YB and WG2XXM; First CME has arrived but has not had the expected impact but the bigger event arrives on Friday; W5EST presents: ''Scientists Report 3/20/2015 VLF/LF Eclipsed Ionosphere. Let’s Compare 2017 2200m/630m Eclipse''
While HF is blacked out, 630-meters shows a number of enhancements prior to sunrise; X9.3 flare around 1200z; N6GN finally assigned WJ2XBZ, now awaits grant approval; W5EST presents: ''Scientists Report March 20, 2015, Ionosphere Under Solar Eclipse''
First trans-Atlantic reports of the season: WE2XGR -> F59706; Trans-Pacific openings collapse as Pacific region receives the brunt of yesterday's M-class flares; CME and subsequent geomagnetic storm expected in coming days; W5EST presents: ''LF/MF/HF Ionosphere Under Solar Eclipse: Funded Scientists Speak Up''
Good-to-average long-haul propagation and excellent domestic openings overnight; A few trans-Pacific openings were missing, however; Some rain statics reported but much of North America was lightning-free; Western LOWFER net 3927 kHz on Sunday mornings
Good propagation and high activity that was limited by noise in North America and Oceania; VK4YB -> WI2XSV
Good session with high activity but noise was higher than many expected as storms rage in the Southeast; G0MRF returns to air after hiatus; Geomagnetic conditions spiked to storm levels again but it didn't seem to negatively impact trans-Pacific or many high latitude openings;JH3XCU presents July/August DX-> JA statistics
The 2017/2018 season begins with mixed results for domestic and trans-Pacific openings; Trans-Atlantic remains missing; Geomagnetic conditions trying to recover but DST values remain depressed; W7IUV testing small backup transmit antenna
G1 storm conditions return but trans-Pacific openings continue to be pretty good for North America on the last day of 2016/2017 season; Great domestic conditions including transcontinental openings; W5EST presents: ''August 12-16 Day/Night 630m Path Absorption: XXP-N6SKM''
Decent session with good trans-Pacific and domestic openings but maybe not quite a good as previous night as unsettled conditions return; VE7CNF once again shows pioneering spirit with ''mobile ops'' on 630-meters; W5EST presents: ''Model Solar Eclipse QSB to Understand Ordinary 630m QSB''
Good propagation and quieter band conditions return; Great trans-Pacific openings including WH2XXC -> ZL2BCG, VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; WH2XCR -> JA1NQI-2, JH3XCU
Trans-Pacific openings are off recent highs; LU8YD actively seeking MF signals from Argentina; W5EST presents: ''Probing a 630m Mystery in Solar Eclipse Propagation''
Domestic openings are OK but trans-Pacific openings of previous session take a step back; High noise from the central US and Gulf coast
Maybe the best session since last Winter?; Solid trans-Pacific openings and high activity result in a fun, productive night; VK4YB -> ZF1EJ for first time in months; Solid openings to JA from VK4YB and WH2XCR; Trans-Atlantic openings remain AWOL; W5EST presents: ''630m Mysteries in Solar Eclipse Enhancement Intervals''
Noisy nights continue across parts of North America but quiet geomagnetic conditions return producing what might be the best session since last Spring; W5EST presents: ''16 dB: 460m Solar Eclipse Peaks, TN-IN, WSM-SWL/K9''
More G1 storm levels as trans-Pacific paths retreat a bit for the session
Trans-Pacific openings were pretty good for western stations as we transition from storm to quiet conditions and then back to unsettled conditions; Many indicate that it was a quiet night, which is a big change; W5EST presents: ''700 KHz (430m) in Solar Eclipse Probes E-region''
Surprise! Kp reached 6 this morning but trans-Pacific and many domestic openings were OK but QRN was high; W5EST presents: ''Solar Eclipse: 630m WSPR Results''
Eclipse day is here and many stations are QRV; Geomagnetic condition may be mounting a recovery as another good night of trans-Pacific openings are observed; Band may turn a corner shortly as trans-Atlantic openings are highly anticipated
Geomagnetic conditions finally yielded a propagation bump for many including great trans-Pacific openings; The CF7MM/MM 630-meter maritime adventure story is now in print on VE7SL's blog; Weirdness with the 'racing stripe' at 475. 630 kHz; W5EST presents: ''Visualizing Tomorrow’s Solar Eclipse Where You Live''
Better propagation reported by some operators while others report extreme storm noise as geomagnetic activity peak at G1 storm levels again; Trans-Pacific opening remain strong; W5EST presents: ''Solar Eclipse MF Simulation at W5EST: Why and What''
Average to above average propagation, including reasonably good trans-Pacific openings in spite of high noise levels in Oceania and parts of North America; W5EST presents: ''Upcoming Solar Eclipse Effects on 630M Propagation''
G1 storm levels didn't provide much of a bump to propagation at event onset; Trans-Pacific reports were the session highlight and they were not that great; W5EST presents: ''Viewpoint: 630M Sunrise Simulation and Relation to 8/21 Solar Eclipse''
Improved trans-Pacific openings result in first reports of VK4YB at WG2XSV since the Spring; Noise remains high for a large number of stations worldwide; Geomagnetic conditions are forecast to change again; W5EST presents: ''The 8/21/17 Solar Eclipse in Pacific Northwest of N. America''
Relatively average session with high noise and a few solid trans-Pacific openings; W5EST presents: ''Solar Eclipse Bulls-Eye ‘Saucer’ and RF Path Ellipsoid''
Another average night with high noise in North America; Less prolific trans-Pacific openings continue but VK4YB, WH2XCR -> JA again; W5EST presents ''Next Monday, August 21 Solar Eclipse! Will You Be There?''
Relatively average session with reduced activity due to storms in North America; Trans-Pacific paths reported as OK but not as good as the previous session; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions have yet to materialize but solar wind velocity is up
Incredible night of trans-Pacific openings as WH2XXP reported at VK6LX at a distance of 15447 km; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions may be on the horizon again; VK4YB finds workable compromise as he works to repair damaged antennas; Noise remains a big problem for much of North America but changes are coming
Noisy night in North America with average domestic conditions but VK4YB reports trans-Pacific openings are ''stepped up a notch''
OK session but most stations agree that the session was not quite as good as the last
Another great but different kind of night in the Pacific continue to illustrate the seasonal changes in progress; High latitude transcontinental openings also show some spark
Strong trans-Pacific and transcontinental openings prevail as many compare this session to those of Fall or early Spring.
Good night for trans-Pacific openings including VK4YB -> WE2XPQ and various JA stations; Geomagnetic field continues recovery
Good trans-Pacific openings in spite of continued high solar wind velocities although higher latitudes were not as good; Pre-sunset reports of WH2XCR at VK2XGJ further illustrate the changing seasons
Remarkable 13716 km opening between WH2XXC in Maryland and ZL2AFP; Very high band activity, particularly in Oceania; Solar wind is high but G1 storm levels have failed to materialize
Geomagnetic conditions become unhinged as a strong storm threatens propagation; Encouraging results from Reverse Beacon Network tests in the Pacific Northwest, VE6 and VE7; Great openings for WH2XCR including several two-way reports with VK
Relatively strong trans-Pacific paths and decent domestic openings but trans-Atlantic openings remain closed - when will they return?; VK4YB reports the presence of the ''Mackerel Sky'' during this session; WH2XCR -> JA1NQI/2 but path to Oceania not quite as good as recent sessions
Trans-Pacific openings rebound a bit as the roller coaster ride continues; WH2XCR -> JA1NQI/2 plus a multitude of VK/ZL stations; More eastern stations reporting WH2XCR for the first time in months; Transcontinental opening also show major improvements; VK4YB presents ''SSB on 630-meters down-under''
Selectively strong and localized trans-Pacific openings were the highlight of the session as seasonal propagation changes continue
Very similar session to previous as very quiet geomagnetic conditions persist; W5EST presents ''Ski Jump SNR: Interpreting XXP/XND-n6skm 630m D-Region Sunrise''
Great trans-Pacific openings retreat from the previous session but a few stations make it across; Geomagnetic conditions remain quiet; VE7VV tests CW skimmer and the reverse beacon network on 630m
Very strong night for trans-Pacific openings for a number of stations as geomagnetic conditions remain quiet and relatively stable; WH2XXP reported by VK4YB 31 minutes before sunset in VK; Band activity was improved
Trans-Pacific openings not as good as the previous session but WH2XCR -> JA1NQI/2; G0MRF portable CW activity tonight from Sussex
Great improvements for trans-Pacific paths but domestic openings may continue to be masked by storm noise; G0MRF reports portable 630-meter activity from a hill in Sussex on Friday night; W5EST presents ''630m D-Region Sunrise: Comparing Some Daily SNRs''
Noisy night but good propagation, particularly on long haul Pacific paths; Return of JA openings for WH2XCR and more JA openings for VK4YB
Slightly better activity and improvements on trans-Pacific paths; Noise continues to be a factor; W5EST presents ''630m D-Region Sunrise from RF Path Viewpoint''
Very noisy and stormy night near many population centers in North America had impact on activity; ZL1BPU's push to add stations in New Zealand is paying off; W5EST presents '' 'Eyeball’ Geometry of 630m D-Region''
Pretty good trans-Pacific paths from North America as another spike to storm levels enhances propagation a bit; Trans-Atlantic paths remain poor; It was noisy in North America
Noisy domestic conditions and unsettled geomagnetic activity but long haul trans-Pacific openings show spark including ZL2BCG -> WE2XPQ
Moderate improvements on the Trans-Pacific paths as geomagnetic conditions degrade slightly; W5EST presents ''MF/LF Antenna Physical Comparison at WH2XND and WH2XXP''
Improvements abound as DST values push North of the centerline; VO1NA QRSS10 on 477.7 kHz but reports in Europe are all white noise for this session; Transcontinental and Trans-Pacific paths remain a bit dicey as robust openings fail to develop
ZL2BCG -> VE6XH on a weird night of very limited trans-Pacific openings; W5EST presents ''WE2XPQ Reports 620 KHz Ground Wave Seasonality on 100 Mile Alaska Path''
Geomagnetic storm moderates a bit for now as propagation seems to slightly favor the East; Long haul paths struggle
The geomagnetic field is angry as a G2 storm is underway follow recent strong flaring; W5EST presents ''Do Pre-SR E-Region Width and Bulge Vary with Latitude Near Terminator?''
CME shockwave arrives bringing a few enhancements, including a return of ZF1EJ -> WH2XCR; Storms continue to keep many stations off air while others struggle to hear as this weird Summer continues; N6LF publishes his results from his recent antenna rebuild that uses elevated radials
Geomagnetic calm before the storm as signals are very strong; QRN levels typical for July; W5EST presents ''WE2XPQ Lateral Skew Pre-SR Enhancement July 13, 2017?''
Quiet geomagnetic conditions although a CME may be approaching following flare activity as propagation remains a bit flat; E51WL continues good reporting of North America and Oceania
Decent activity but generally flat propagation for parts of North America as QRN moderated by morning; W5EST presents ''Part 8: Draw Regional 630m Paths on SR/SS Azimuth Diagrams''
New WSJTx mode 'FT8' breaks some of the Summer monotony in North America; WSPR reports from E51WL continue; Tonight is Night of Nights XVIII at KPH; W5EST presents ''Part 7: Astronomical 630m SS/SR, 6-Month Seasonality, N/S Hemispheres''
Session started out looking OK then the noise set in; K4SV granted WI2XZB; W5EST presents ''Part 6: Make Sense of 630m SS/SR, 6-Month Seasonality, N/S Hemispheres''
Geomagnetic condition continue at unsettled to storm levels as an M-class flare threatens; E51WL continues to provide reports for North America and Australia; FSQCALL activity between ZL and VK; 'Night of Nights XVIII' on Wednesday night, July 12; W5EST presents ''Part 5: 630m Sunsets, Hemispheres Compared''
E51WL continues to provide reports for North America and Australia; Geomagnetic storm conditions return with a new coronal hole; VK4YB provides evidence as to why he should be inducted into the ''Hall of Flame''
Similar session to previous with decent domestic openings in spite of noise and somewhat 'flat' long haul propagation; E51WL reporting stations from North Cook Islands; W5EST presents ''VK4YB Operating Schedule with 630m Fixed Directive TX Antennas''
Long haul openings down a bit from the previous session but relatively good domestic openings; W5EST presents ''Part 4: 630m Sunset SNR Seasonality''
Good night for trans-Pacific paths as geomagnetic field remains quiet; N6GN submits application for Part-5 grant; W5EST presents ''Part 3: 630m Sunrise SNRs in N. & S. Hemispheres''
Trans-Atlantic opening returns for first time since early April with WH2XXC -> G8HUH; Trans-Pacific openings very similar to previous session; W5EST presents ''Part 2: 630m Sunrise SNR Seasonality''
Consistently quiet geomagnetic conditions but only limited trans-Pacific openings; Decent openings between VK4YB and JA3TVF, 7L1RLL4, and TNUKJPM; Strong storms once again peppered across North America
Quieter geomagnetic conditions but QRN remains typically high for this session; Reasonably good band activity for July; WH2XGP -> ZL, WH2XXP -> VK, ZL; W5EST presents ''630m Sunrise SNR Seasonality''
Geomagnetic storm conditions return but lower latitude trans-Pacific paths remain open; More storm noise in North America; VK SSB round table on 479 kHz LSB with cross band on 1850 kHz
More trans-Pacific openings for western stations as noise and lightning continue to be a factor for central and eastern stations
Quiet geomagnetic conditions continue but so do noisy terrestrial storms; VK -> JA path returned and trans-Pacific path between North America and Oceania remains open; Digital mode experimentation in western North America
Trans-Pacific path between North America and Oceania shows quite a bit of life for a session that was reported by many as noisy
Another very average Summer night in North America; Quiet geomagnetic conditions but plenty of noise; Very consistent openings between KH6 and VK; W5EST presents ''Part 2: 630m Capacitively Segmented TX Loop Reduces HV RF''
Very noisy evening as terrestrial storms pepper North America but quieter conditions prevail by morning revealing great domestic openings; 'So-so' Trans-Pacific openings and a meager night in Alaska for WE2XPQ
Generally quiet but elevated geomagnetic conditions and average band conditions for late June; Typical domestic and long haul openings; A few more field day demo reports from the weekend
Field day brought many opportunities to expose amateurs to medium and long wave activity; Unsettled geomagnetic conditions returned this morning, but a VK -> JA report was observed
Field day is here and with it, the MF and LF demonstration and outreach opportunity; VK4YB 472 kHz CW QSO with ZL1ZLD memorial station; Trans-Pacific paths are generally unchanged from the previous session although path between JA and VK has improved
Parts of North America reporting strong signals and low noise while others are washed out by storms; DST values push strongly to positive values; WE2XPQ amazingly decoding WSPR stations while transmitting CW; ZL2BCG transmitting again; Trans-Pacific paths generally down from highs earlier in the week
Doldrums set in and average domestic openings are observed with a few long haul trans-Pacific openings; VK -> JA openings were less robust
Very quiet geomagnetic conditions and relatively quiet band by morning but trans-Pacific openings favor lower latitudes; Domestic openings were mostly nominal for Summer Solstice; K4SV assigned WI2XZB
A very good session with lower noise overnight and quiet geomagnetic conditions which allowed enhanced domestic and trans-Pacific openings
Calmer geomagnetic conditions overnight as transcontinental and trans-Pacific paths produce a number of reports; Many stations remain QRT due to ongoing storms in their local areas
Elevated geomagnetic conditions but reasonable propagation for those who were not impacted by storm noise; More improvements for trans-Pacific paths; Big night for path between KH6 and VK
G1 geomagnetic storm conditions return and more of the same stormy terrestrial weather in the East but activity and propagation may have been moderately improved; Trans-Pacific and transcontinental paths were once again open; WE2XPQ in Alaska returns to air
Geo-effective coronal hole brings unsettled conditions and terrestrial storms impact activity in the East; A few transcontinental openings observed in spite of band conditions and WH2XXP -> VK4YB -> JA1NQI/2, JA3TVF paths open; Experiment between VK4YB and VE6XH comes to seasonal end and 630-meters fares surprisingly well
Transcontinental openings present during the session as geomagnetic conditions continue at quiet levels ahead of a new coronal hole; Path between Oceania and Japan strong; North America to VK returns
Elevated-quiet geomagnetic conditions continue plus big storms in the central region of North America make for a noisy night; Generally flat long-haul and domestic propagation; FCC 17-33 published in Federal Register but that DOES NOT mean you can get on the air in 30 days!; W5EST presents ''PART 2: SMALLER FOOTPRINT, 40’ HIGH TOP-FED INVERTED DELTA TX ANTENNA ON 630M''
Session not quite as robust as the previous for many reports but not a bad night in spite of QRN and decreased geomagnetic conditions; Great openings between Oceania and Asia; Beware of Internet rumors about fake UTC notification procedures!; Field day outreach opportunity station sign up in progress
Geomagnetic storm conditions return but propagation was pretty good including decent trans-Pacific openings; Field day outreach and demonstration opportunity is a go, details to follow shortly
Mostly quiet evening with lots of activity turns noisy by morning as generally quiet geomagnetic conditions continue on what was probably considered an average Summer night in North America; New MF and LF allocations reported in PY2; Recent post-sunrise openings between VK and KH6
Improvements continue as transcontinental openings become more widespread and trans-Pacific openings between North America and Oceania return
Another good night of domestic propagation as noise abates for many by morning; A bit of evening CW for WI2XUL and WG2XIQ and digital QSO activity in VK; Trans-Pacific path poor except VK -> JA
Pretty good domestic propagation as geomagnetic conditions remain quiet; Salt water makes the difference for WG2XSV; Trans-Pacific openings hang on but path between VK and JA is weak
Another night of average domestic propagation as geomagnetic conditions appear to be mounting a recovery; Numerous transcontinental openings reported; Trans-Pacific path opens between North America and Oceania and Oceania and Asia
Geomagnetic conditions reach unsettled levels again as seasonal storms in North America are more wide spread and impact band activity; Trans-Pacific paths to North America are cut off but VK4YB -> JA1NQI/2, JA3TVF, JH3XCU; More SSB in Oceania
Reasonably good band activity for a night that was marred by storm noise; Trans-Pacific openings return with WH2XXP --> VK4YB, VK2XGJ; First ever two-way turned three-way SSB QSO in VK
Wildly varying and even 'Bizarre conditions' reported over night after a brief daytime geomagnetic disturbance; The North American noise profile continues to look the same; Trans-Pacific openings cut off between Oceania and North America and Oceania and Asia
Quiet geomagnetic conditions but more storm noise in parts of North America as the southern hemisphere turns to Winter and trans-Pacific openings hang on for another night; Some areas reporting best S/N in weeks
Average to below average domestic propagation with relatively high noise in many areas of North America as geomagnetic conditions return to quiet levels, VK4YB presents, 'The VK4YB 630m 'Bottom Hat' Vertical Antenna'
Average domestic propagation as geomagnetic field relaxes although storms dotted North America; W5EST presents 'WHAT ABOUT AMERICAN NORTHEAST 630M DURING 8/21/17 SOLAR ECLIPSE?'
Kp drops below storm levels but the damage has already been done; More big storms in North America results in a bumpy session; WH2XGP -> VK4YB
Rough night as geomagnetic conditions drop to levels not seen in a long time but VK4YB -> JA, WH2XGP
Quiet geomagnetic conditions but only average propagation and a few concentrated areas of storms increased noise in North America; VK4YB -> JA continues
Average propagation with a few transcontinental and trans-Pacific openings; W5EST presents 'REMARKABLE OR-SD 630m PATH TO E-REGION: 8/21/17 SOLAR ECLIPSE'
A better session overall with numerous transcontinental openings reported; Openings between North America and Oceania continue to be closed but VK -> JA, KH6 continues; VK4YB presents 'The Mackerel Sky'
Geomagnetic conditions sending mixed messages but terrestrial weather leaves the band with more seasonal noise; A few transcontinental openings in North America; W5EST presents, 'AZ-WA 630m PATH SIMULATION FOR 8/21/17 SOLAR ECLIPSE'
Average-to-depressed band conditions continue but some transcontinental openings observed; VK4YB -> ZF1EJ; JH3XCU awarded JARL 475 kHz-10 award; W5EST presents 'PACIFIC NW 630m PATH SIMULATION FOR 8/21/17 SOLAR ECLIPSE'
Continued improvements for domestic openings; Trans-Pacific openings were slow to develop and were limited to path between VK and JA; W5EST presents 'VIEWPOINT: HOW WILL 630M RF PATHS BEHAVE IN THE 8/21/17 SOLAR ECLIPSE?'
Better night on the air in spite of high-speed solar wind and more terrestrial storms in the southern and midwestern US; Trans-Pacific path between Oceania and North America returns and VK -> JA path continues to produce results
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions return as more strong storms plague the central US; VK -> JA openings are robust! Meager North and South openings continue to dominate
Poor night as noisy storms range from West Texas to New England; Single transcontinental opening reported as eastern two-thirds of North America is largely shut out; West coast was better
Domestic openings improve a bit while trans-Pacific openings to North America slide again; VK -> JA, KH6 remains relatively solid; DST values crater and geomagnetic field reaches unsettled levels
More big noise in North America but some long haul paths improve as domestic openings were mixed
Worst session in quite some time and the geomagnetic field has not reached storm levels yet!; VK -> JA path minimally open but openings to North America are closed; Solid openings from KH6 to VK
Another night of 'pretty good' domestic openings; Less prolific trans-Pacific openings but path between VK and JA, KH6 continues to perform reliably
Relatively good domestic session with improved activity; A few more trans-Pacific openings and reasonable path between VK and JA
Weird night that favored domestic openings; Great openings between VK and JA; We have a winner for the MF Solution drawing!
Wild, roller coaster propagation for North America with a variety of Summer noises reported still resulted in a pretty good session for May; DF2JP returns to MF with Hellschreiber; Solid openings between KH6 and Oceania; MF Solutions transmit converter registration ends tonight, drawing tomorrow - REGISTER NOW
Very active night of storms in North America complicates on air activity for many; Trans-Pacific path slightly better than previous session but not by much; K4SV files Part-5 application in recent days to get a jump on Part-97 implementation
Quiet geomagnetic conditions continue but VK4YB reports 'near collapse' of trans-Pacific propagation while path from VK to JA continues to buzz; Weak signals reported around North America;W5EST presents 'PART 5: 630M ON-TRACK vs. CROSS-TRACK IN AUGUST 21, 2017, SOLAR ECLIPSE'
Early JA reports for VK4YB but weaker early path to North America; Interesting daytime openings for WG2XSV; Average night of domestic openings for North America
Propagation maybe a little down from the previous session as DST values move back into the red; Slightly noisier night in North America as western storms organize further; Trans-Pacific paths remain fickle but open
Slightly elevated geomagnetic activity overnight as noise conditions varied significantly; More VK4YB -> ZF1EJ plus good VK openings to JA; Good openings between WH2XCR and Oceania although path to JA remains closed
'Strange conditions' reported overnight as quiet geomagnetic conditions return; VK4YB -> ZF1EJ first time report!; Great openings on VK -> JA path; MF Solutions drawing registration open until May 12 with drawing on May 13!
Geomagnetic spike to unsettled levels during the early evening; Stormy conditions in Pacific Northwest and coastal Southeast; W5EST presents 'PART 2: 630M SNRs DURING THE AUGUST 21, 2017, SOLAR ECLIPSE'
Quiet geomagnetic conditions but high QRN from gulf coast storms; Trans-Pacific openings continue to produce results; Trans-Atlantic paths remain closed; August eclipse favoring North America could be an interesting opportunity
'Best night in a couple of weeks' reported in North America as quiet geomagnetic conditions continue
Better domestic propagation for North America and improving trans-Pacific openings as high noise moves to the East coast; W5EST presents 'LATE APRIL: 630M PRE-SUNRISE ENHANCEMENTS WITH XXP TRANSMITTER'; MF solutions transmit downconverter drawing and giveaway registration in progress – REGISTER NOW!
Stable, quiet geomagnetic conditions but just an average night for domestic openings, no trans-Atlantic openings and generally poor to weak trans-Pacific openings; W5EST presents, '630M PRE-SUNRISE ENHANCEMENTS: HOW SOON MIGHT THEY START PRE-SR?'; MF solutions transmit downconverter drawing and giveaway registration in progress - REGISTER NOW!
More strong storms in Central and Midwestern US creating problems for operators in the eastern half of North America; Situation only moderately better in the West where trans-Pacific paths struggle to hang on; MF Solution transmit downconverter drawing and giveaway registration period is open!
Very poor domestic session due to big storms and big QRN; Trans-Pacific openings down significantly
Another night of average band conditions in North America; Moderate QRN levels in spite of wide spread storm systems
Another average night dominated by shorter openings that were slow to develop in North America; 475 kHz mystery carrier continues; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to be missing while trans-Pacific openings are depressed
Average propagation for April but high noise from central US storms; Good daytime activity in the West; New carrier on 475 kHz heard over broad area
Much improved propagation as geomagnetic storming conditions decrease allowing DH5RAE -> K4RCG, N4DB, K3RWR/3 and VK4YB -> WA3TTS plus others; W5EST presents, 'Does 630m nighttime ionosphere show contour surface variation?'
Strong geomagnetic storm conditions give way to unsettled conditions; Paths to and from Oceania are looking up including more great opening for WH2XCR
Geomagnetic storming continues but overall terrestrial storm QRN was down for many and stations in the South fare better than those in the North; Great trans-Pacific openings between North America and Oceania
Consecutive periods of G2 storm levels over night with more to come; WI2XUL maiden voyage was successful in spite of high noise and even netted a CW QSO; Relatively typical session for trans-Pacific openings to Oceania but an absence of trans-Atlantic openings continues
Average session for April as quiet geomagnetic conditions return and terrestrial noise builds; Why I don't report OPERA data; Difficult two-way path between ZF1EJ and WH2XCR returns; W5EST presents 'Billiards in the sky: candidate 630m pre-sunrise reflection concepts'
Kp reached 6 overnight but domestic openings were reasonably good; Trans-Atlantic openings cut off again; Trans-Pacific openings down but QRN up in Oceania
Active solar and geomagnetic conditions during this session as storm levels finally achieved; WG2XPJ -> G8HUH; Trans-Pacific openings continue but maybe not quite as good as previous session
Decent domestic propagation results in transcontinental openings in spite of high noise; Quiet geomagnetic conditions as we continue to wait for major impact from coronal hole; WG2XPJ finds more trans-Atlantic success; W5EST presents 'SUNRISE AT ALTITUDE EXPLAINS PRE-SUNRISE FREQUENCY DEPARTURE ON 600KHz?'
A few more trans-Atlantic reports for WG2XPJ; Quiet geomagnetic conditions ahead of forecast coronal hole; Terrestrial storms in central US 'thin the herd'; So-so trans-Pacific conditions are nothing like yesterday
High QRN reported across North America as quiet prevails in Oceania; Geoeffective coronal hole expected today; Another random trans-Atlantic report but consistency in the Pacific is improving
A few trans-Atlantic openings but trans-Pacific paths down considerably as 'short band' reported; Domestic paths OK but a few storms are present around North America
Decent domestic propagation but QRN widely distributed around North America; Geomagnetic conditions reach unsettled levels after very quiet levels in previous session; Trans-Atlantic openings continue to be "hit or miss"; A few Trans-Pacific openings but less robust than normal for usual suspects
Relatively strong session of domestic and trans-Pacific openings while trans-Atlantic paths are much weaker; More 'digital mode madness' in British Columbia; CW QSO attempt between VE7SL and VK4YB; High latitude propagation improvements at WE2XPQ
Generally quieter session but average, at best, propagation; Geomagnetic field once again reaches unsettled levels; Limited trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings again; WI2XUF maiden voyage
Variable propagation across the globe resulted in isolated long haul openings; Strong Texas storms mean big noise in North America; KP2XX providing reports for North American and Caribbean stations; WI2XUF application granted after long wait
All around a weaker session - even domestic openings around North America were down a bit as strong storms in the Midwest make listening difficult; WH2XXP -> JA3TVF, JH1INM, VK4YB, and VK2XGJ trans-Pacific session highlight
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions progress to storm levels and seems to cut off trans-Atlantic paths but domestic openings shine again; Trans-Pacific paths impacted by storms in Oceania but paths to Asia yield some result; WH2XCR returns to air
Excellent domestic openings that seem to coincide with more unsettled geomagnetic conditions; A few trans-Atlantic reports return while trans-Pacific reports "dry up" a bit; Good night for CW and quite a bit of digital activity in VE7
Domestic openings outshined long haul DX overnight as QRN levels decrease some by morning; Trans-Atlantic path remain cutoff; A few trans-Pacific openings but comparatively poor night
Propagation was relatively poor and it was another night of very high QRN from eastern storms; Trans-Atlantic reports missing for another night but Trans-Pacific openings hang on
Another bizarre propagation night where regional openings dominated in many areas of North America; Trans-Pacific openings were great including big JA openings for WH2XXP; Real geomagnetic recovery on the horizon? High noise in the southern and central US - we own it until October!
Oops! Someone left the door open and let geomagnetic storm levels return!; Trans-Atlantic propagation more depressed than previous session but trans-Pacific openings are significantly enhanced
Transcontinental paths return but QRN is deafening; Trans-Pacific openings outshine trans-Atlantic paths; British Columbia and Pacific Northwest showing lots of activity with JT9, RTTY, and PSK31; Geomagnetic conditions show improvement but some late afternoon flaring increasing attenuation?
A few trans-Atlantic openings develop as solar wind and geomagnetic activity begins to calm; High noise returns with new storm system in the central US; More JT9 activity in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia; It's a tough life on the beach for KL7L/XE; DJ2FP returns to MF after a flash-over event; Hans Summers offers big discount on U3S to commemorate R&O
Trans-Atlantic paths completely cut off but trans-Pacific openings to Oceania rebound; KL7L/XE listening from the beach; Only one long haul JA report observed during the session
Weird combination of storm QRN and the return of persistent geomagnetic storm levels resulted in a slightly better session than the previous night for some; Big JA openings for WH2XXP; Trans-Pacific paths from Oceania greatly diminished; K9JWV/WI2XJG SK
High QRN in North America seems to be impacting just about everyone in some way; Geomagnetic conditions were headed in the right direction but storm levels returned during the evening; A few trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific openings observed but band continues to be poor for long haul paths
Here is a very short report to tell you that it was an awful night
It was a tough one - 27 hours with a Kp > 5!; Depressed trans-Atlantic openings but several Trans-Pacific enhancements; More poor terrestrial weather conditions in the East means more noise; 'Cellar Dwellers On the Go' prepares for release in VK
Trans-Atlantic reports are down as geomagnetic conditions reach storm levels again; Large storms appear in central US again resulting in noisy night for many; WI2XQU receives first JT9 report
Slightly improved trans-Atlantic openings as European station reported in southeastern US; VK4YB reports best trans-Pacific opening of 2017; Another coronal hole expected to impact Earth in coming days
More of the same with another night of calm geomagnetic conditions and high noise in North America; Trans-Pacific openings improve significantly
Geomagnetic conditions begin to recover as high to moderate QRN create problems for some stations; More JT9 activity in British Columbia
Unsettled to geomagnetic storm conditions continue although QRN levels in North America might be a bit better (?); Trans-Pacific openings remain consistent; More JT9 in VE7
What a difference a day makes - deteriorating geomagnetic conditions and terrestrial storms add complications to the session and significantly reduce trans-Atlantic reports; Early trans-Pacific openings favor path to Oceania; WI2XTC grant approved
The trans-Atlantic bubble moves around again as geomagnetic activity reaches unsettled levels but more European stations reported in North America; Trans-Pacific openings favor Asia from North America but don't count out Oceania
Great trans-Atlantic propagation with elevated noise in North America as openings move back to the South; Average night of trans-Pacific openings
p>Good to average session with trans-Atlantic openings for several stations in New England and decent domestic openings; EA5DOM -> FR5ZX; WA2XRM CW beacon report detailNoisy evening in the southern US but propagation may be slightly above average (??)
Nothing but unsettled geomagnetic conditions so far as propagation improves as the night progresses
Session seemed down as geomagnetic field calmed below storm levels
Good trans-Pacific openings but domestic conditions down slightly OR fewer receive stations?
Geomagnetic storming continues but so do very good and numerous trans-Pacific openings
Good propagation with late reports from WH2XCR in Hawaii; Antenna and decoder comparisons in Alaska
Relatively good propagation and band conditions through the session in areas free of thunderstorms
Good propagation and improving band conditions as geomagnetic field is quiet through the session
Noisy night that wasn't necessarily poor but not as good as the previous two session
Strong night in North America as geomagnetic activity begins to calm; WG2XXM --> VK2DDI
Improving band conditions are beginning to be noticed - Autumn is approaching!
Better session with open transcontinental path although QRN continues to be high
More unsettled conditions as many stations are off air due to storms and hardware problems
This session not quite as good as previous but average conditions continue
Average session as geomagnetic activity returns to quiet levels
'Bigtime' shock wave impacts the GMF but propagation was actually pretty good
Average propagation for mid-July plus another night of big noise in the Midwestern US
Reasonable activity and openings although pockets of high noise reported
Better propagation for stations to the South and lower noise over the past 24-hours
Another average session in North America with noise and elevated geomagnetic conditions
Much better propagation overall in spite of unsettled geomagnetic conditions
Average session with calm geomagnetic conditions and lots of noisy storms in the south central US
Noisy night didn't deter many receive stations including a few new stations
Relatively average band conditions and propagation overnight; WH2XNG makes an appearance on WSPR
Weird propagation with few openings to the West as the holiday weekend in the US begins
Quieter geomagnetic conditions and coast-to-coast lightning in North America
Another night of average conditions on the eve of ARRL Field Day 2016
Kp elevated to storm levels during a reporting cycle but generally average session for Summer
Not much change from yesterday, perhaps a little noisier in North America; Some excitement at VK4YB!
Another decent night across North America with variable QRN and improved geomagnetic conditions
Low activity and noisy band conditions result in a slow night in North America
Noise is once again the word of the night in North America but KH6 <--> VK was pretty awesome!
Average propagation as storms impact activity for several station; VO1NA QRV 477.7 QRSS10
More storms and noise in North America impact activity through the session
Average to below average band conditions as noise and short propagation dominate session
Propagation was (fill in the blank) during this session
Relatively quiet band for mid-May as transcontinental band openings continue
Tough conditions as strong geomagnetic storm disrupts propagation in spite of a curiously quiet band
Band conditions and propagation see significant improvements after a few sub-par sessions
Spike to storm levels did not appreciably impact session, at least at lower latitudes
Summer noise and later openings tease North America during session; WH2XGP --> VK2XGJ, VK4YB
Higher noise than previous session but trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic activity continues
In spite of the G2 storm levels, the band was open for stations that could hear through the noise.
The geomagnetic meltdown begins yielding aurora and bizarre trans-Atlantic reports
QRN didn't prevent a strong domestic session plus open path between North America and Australia
Strong band conditions persist with long haul paths developing across the globe
Average session after an early, strong start on Pacific Northwest path
Better propagation than seen in over a week, Good activity but little notable from this session
Conditions are better/worse/same? It depends on who you ask.
Trans-Atlantic reports continue, band noise increases for no obvious reasons, VP9GE returns
Good session culminating in storm conditions, a little QRSS from WA2XRM, open path to JA for WH2XCR
JA1PKG --> WH2XCR --> JA1NQI-2, JH3XCU/1, WG2XSV FELD-HELL activity, VK3ELV --> TNUKJPM, JH3XCU/1
If there was a signal on the band last night, it was probably pretty strong!
Another busy night in the Pacific, Trans-Atlantic returns, all in spite of storm levels.
Some paths continue to see impact from geomagnetic activity and Europeans return to FR5ZX
WH2XGP reported by JA1NQI-2, VK3 --> KH6 returns, no trans-Atlantic or EU --> FR5
Only one trans-Atlantic station, WH2XRR reports KH6, WG2XSV and VE7BDQ heard by many in the east
Trans-Atlantic reports spike again, conditions slightly down, high activity with CW and JT9
Great, albeit unstable, conditions continue
> No catchy headline today - too much happened in the last 24 hours to summarize with a titleGlancing blow from a CME didn't stop the trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific activity
VK--> JA and a few trans-Atlantic reports for DK7FC
Overnight conditions are down slightly but VE7CNF is reported in KH6 for the first time
Very strong conditions in the lower-48
Quieter conditions attempt a comeback; KH6 reports VK3 and JA1
More of the same - coronal hole and solar wind persists; VK --> KH6; XGP --> VK
Busy band even with storming conditions; VK3 --> KH6; WH2XGP –> VK2XGJ (and others?)
Geomagnetic storm conditions return; JA, VK --> KH6 path is open; WH2XGP reported by VK3ELV
Storm conditions continue but trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific paths persist
A first: JA1PKG is heard by WH2XCR in KH6!
Trans-Atlantic / Trans-Pacific propagation continues; Station participation at an all-time high
The best propagation night of 2015 (so far!)
Trans-Atlantic activity opens wider and a power outage leaves the Oceanic reports in the dark
Unsettled geomagnetic conditions persist but so do the reports.
Dicey space weather didn't totally spoil the fun!
TF3HZ reports west coast and south central US WSPR stations; Path to KH6 improving
I sure hope good conditions continue to be "standard fare"!
Overnight conditions were down but WH2XRR and VK3ELV are heard in KH6
Trans-Atlantic, Trans-Pacific, Caribbean report for September 26/27, 2015 (North American time)
Band report for the overnight session of September 24/25, 2015
Conditions continue to improve as we move into Fall plus a few surprises
Late season report for WG2XXM by VK2DDI
WG2XIQ/1 heard by WG2XJM in Western PA
ZF1EJ makes a splash on 630-meters!
Strong night of propagation in spite of geomagnetic storms brings persistent CW levels
Trans-Pacific Report for August 18, 2015: XXM, XND --> DDI, XGJ
A night of very good propagation: NA --> VK, VK --> KH6
WH2XND --> VK2XGJ - The path has opened!
The Texas to Alaska path returns...Right on schedule!
CQ CQ CQ de WG2XIQ QSX 474.5 OBS? AMVER? QRU? AR
North Texas operating redux from St. Patrick's day solar storm of 2015
Trans-Atlantic and KL7 WSPR spots return to Texas... As we approach Spring. huh?
A Banner Night for Laurence, WE2XPQ, in KL7 on 630-meter WSPR
Night one results of the NDBLIST sponsored CLE191 event
NDBLIST sponsored "CLE191" event is now in progress - February 20-23, 2015
The daytime surprises on 630-meters continue!
A midday surprise – JT9 WG2XJM <-> WG2XIQ
WG2XXM CW beacon during some testing on 12/30/2014
WG2XIQ -> ZL2AFP: An unlikely opportunity
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