March 2, 2007 by kb3ljm.

The avalanche of Amateur Radio license and license upgrade applications prompted by the FCC’s elimination of Morse code as a licensing requirement is well under way with no end in sight. ARRL VEC Manager Maria Somma, AB1FM, reports that paperwork from upward of 450 Amateur Radio exam sessions held since the new rules went into effect February 23 has arrived so far this week. The ARRL VEC, which typically receives paperwork from about 70 sessions each day, has had to add personnel and schedule extended hours to keep up with the workload. http://www.arrl.org/news/stories/2007/02/28/101/?nc=1

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March 2, 2007 by kb3ljm.

MADAGASCAR, 5R.

Vlad, UA4WHX is QRV as 5R8VB. Activity is on all HF bands using CW and SSB. His length of stay is unknown. QSL to home call.

ALGERIA, 7X.

Yves, F5MSR is QRV as 7X0MT from Algiers. Activity is on the HF bands using mostly CW and digital modes using QRP power. His length of stay is unknown. QSL to home call.

FAROE ISLANDS, OY.

Ole, OY3QN has been QRV on 30 meters between1600 and 1800z. QSL via OZ1ACB.

POLAND, SP.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of club station SP6PAZ, Piastowski Klub Krotkofalowcow club members are QRV asHF40PAZ until April 30. QSL via SP6PAZ.

http://www.arrl.org/w1aw/dx/2007-arld009.html

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March 2, 2007 by kb3ljm.

 Cushcraft Corporation, a manufacturer of antennas for Amateur Radio, commercial and industrial applications has been acquired by Laird Technologies. A February 26 announcement put the purchase price was $89.75 million.

Full Story: http://www.arrl.org/?artid=7255

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