Author Archives: David
RSGB high-altitude balloon (HAB) Competition – update
Sadly no contact made, but I now have a couple of Yagi Antennas to use going forward. On Saturday, 20 September 2025, at approximately 11 am BST, the RSGB will be launching a high-altitude balloon carrying a relay. The flight … Continue reading
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Officially retired
I am now officially retired. It’s a bit strange not having a clock to watch, commuting, etc. My first Monday in retirement is forecast to be unseasonably stormy, a good time to stay home. I have a few projects that … Continue reading
Posted in Ham Radio, Morse (CW)
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One month in
The first month of semi-retirement has come and gone. It has been an unusually warm and dry spell, so gardening is going well. Veg is growing, and flowers are in full bloom. The front garden is a building site as … Continue reading
Retirement arrives
As of this week, I am working part-time to hand over my job role. Frees up a bit of time to get on with other things. Already running out of time to fit everything else in. The mild spring weather … Continue reading
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