Subj : Amateur Radio Newsline (B)
To : All
From : Daryl Stout
Date : Thu Nov 17 2022 06:57 pm
GERMAN STATE'S LAW BECOMES MORE ANTENNA-FRIENDLY
NEIL/ANCHOR: A proposed change in building regulations in one part of
Germany is expected to allow higher antenna masts to be installed without
permission being required. This is the same state in which Ham Radio
Friedrichshafen, [Pronunciation: Freed Ricks HA Fen], Europe's largest ham
fest, takes place every year. Here's Ed Durrant, DD5LP, with an update.
ED: An antenna-friendly change in the state building laws is expected to be
adopted in Baden-W�rttemberg. This will permit antennas to be installed on
masts as high as 15 metres, or nearly 50 feet, in residential areas and 20
metres, or 65 feet, outside of residential areas without the need for
planning permission. Until now, the state's height limit was 10 metres, or
32 feet, consistent with the other states in Germany. Proponents of this
change are hoping this will enable more complete digital cell phone
coverage without the burden of paperwork previously associated with the
antenna installation. The fact that the law applies to all radio masts
would, of course, be a benefit to radio hams in the state as well.
The state Parliament is expected to debate the draft law change soon,
and if approved, its enactment would come shortly afterwards.
This is Ed Durrant, DD5LP.
(FUNK TELEGRAMM MAGAZINE)
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MARITIME MOBILE NET AIDS DISTRESSED FISHING VESSEL
NEIL/ANCHOR: The Maritime Mobile Service Network came to the aid recently
of a fishing vessel with engine difficulties. Jack Parker, W8ISH, has
that story.
JACK: On November 6th, engine trouble was plaguing the Captain Chad as the
80-foot commercial fishing vessel made its way through the water south of
Jamaica with eight passengers aboard. The captain called for help over
various frequencies on the commercial HF marine band but without luck.
Fearing the calm waters would soon get rougher and more dangerous, he
declared an emergency and called for help again -- this time, tuning to his
radio's preset frequency of 14.300 MHz. Tom Yturri, W5TEY, who was on duty
as Maritime Mobile Service Operator, heard the call and got the boat's
location from the captain, Curtis Jackson. Tom telephoned the Jamaican
Coast Guard but after getting no response, he reached out to the US Coast
Guard in Virginia. The Maritime Mobile Service Network then lost contact.
All it could do was leave information about the Captain Chad and ask all
incoming net control stations to try to re-establish contact.
Two days later, a much happier contact took place: Tom heard from the
fishing vessel's owner. The boat and everyone on board were rescued without
incident thanks to the vital information passed along by the Maritime
Mobile Service Network. Tom said simply: [quote] "It's what we train to
do." [endquote]
This is Jack Parker, W8ISH.
(JEFF SAVASTA, KB4JKL)
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GRANT SUBSIDIZES RFI-FIGHTING EFFORTS IN NEW ENGLAND
NEIL/ANCHOR: The New England Division of the ARRL has just acquired the
means to buy some powerful tools to help amateurs struggling to combat RFI.
With the help of a $23,640 grant from Amateur Radio Digital Communications,
the division will be purchasing kits to be used by each of its seven
sections throughout the New England states. The kits contain antennas along
with equipment capable of RFI detection and spectrum capture and will be
capable of helping on the VHF/UHF frequencies as well as on HF.
Rob Leiden, K1UI, assistant director for Spectrum Protection & Utilization,
expressed confidence that the section teams will be well-prepared and
well-equipped. The division will be conducting on-site training for each
section's RFI team and the ARDC grant is designed to cover these training
costs as well.
(ARDC)
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INTERNATIONAL NEWSMAKER AWARD TO BE ANNOUNCED
NEIL/ANCHOR: We remind our listeners that in another two weeks, we will
be announcing this year's recipient of the Amateur Radio Newsline
International Newsmaker of the Year Award. We began this award in 2019
as a way of honoring individuals, groups or formal clubs whose actions
and contributions show the world the value that amateur radio brings to
society. Recipients are chosen by the editorial staff of Amateur Radio
Newsline. All past recipients have shown themselves to adhere to the high
standards of selflessness and community service which ham radio is known
for and have also helped garner recognition and a higher profile for ham
radio in the mainstream media. Be listening in early December when we
announce the deserving recipient. The award means they have not only made
headlines but also made a difference in the world.
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