Get ready for an exciting opportunity! A team of talented radio operators, led by experienced operators Sarath (VU2RS), Adersh (VU3WEW), Giresh (VU3GDS), Anil (VU3DXA), Renju Gopi (VU3TPW), Jatin Shah (VU2KTW), and Huzeha Merchant (VU2HIT), is gearing up to reactivate Arnala Island (AS-169), Maharashtra, from May 28th to 31st, 2025. Operation Details: - Antennas: Two beams (10m/6m and Hex Beam) and one Delta Loop antenna, along with three verticals for three stations.- 6m and QO-100: Dedicated operations with a beam and Delta Loop for 6m, and a separate QO-100 setup to activate the grid and demonstrate its use in emergency situations.- Schedule: The team will arrive on May 28th, set up stations, and start operating at 12:00Z. The operation will conclude on May 31st at 23:59Z. Support and Donations: - The team is seeking support for amplifiers and band-pass filters. Donations are welcome, and contributors will be acknowledged on the website.- PayPal: mailto:info@sreetek.com (please send as "Family and Friends" to avoid extra fees).  Important Update: New PayPal Details We're excited to announce that we've switched from our Indian PayPal to a US-based PayPal account! This change will help us save over 10% + additional Indian taxes. Donation Details: - To support our…

DXers and IOTA chasers, get ready for an exciting opportunity! A team of talented radio operators is gearing up to reactivate Arnala Island (AS-169), Maharashtra, from May 28th to 31st, 2025. The Team Led by experienced operators Sarath (VU2RS), Adersh (VU3WEW), Girish (VU3GDS), Anil (VU3DXA), Renju Gopi (VU3TPW), Jatin Shah (VU2KTW), and Huzefa Merchant (VU2HIT), this team is all set to make some new IOTA contacts. A Big Thank You for Your Support! The team is seeking help to procure essential equipment, including amplifiers and band pass filters. Your contribution will not only make this expedition a success but also benefit future endeavors. Donate via PayPal: sarath@lven.in. Green Signal from Authorities! The team has received the green signal from W.P.C, Government of India, and secured all necessary local permits. Local hams Huzefa Merchant (VU2HIT) and Jatin Shah (VU2KTW) have been instrumental in setting up arrangements on the island. Get Ready to Catch 'Em on the Air! With the callsign AU2M, the team will be active on various bands. Stay tuned and visit their website https://vu2rs.com/au2m for updates. Let's make this expedition a memorable one! Thanks & RegardsSara, VU2RS

I'm thrilled to share the latest update on our AU2M Arnala IOTA Reactivation project! Our license application has been successful, and we're expecting to receive it within the next couple of days. Our team is super excited to set up three stations, featuring a hex beam, 10m beam, 6m beam, and two vertical antennas. We've had numerous requests for 6m operations, and we'll be monitoring and active on this band when conditions permit. We'll be operating on CW, SSB, and Digital modes, but we'll adjust our modes based on propagation conditions to maximize contacts. Our goal is to make as many contacts as possible with the amateur radio community. To take our setup to the next level, we're working hard to include at least two amplifiers. Hopefully, we'll also receive support for band-pass filters, which will significantly improve our station's performance. We're grateful for the support we've received so far and invite you to be a part of our adventure! If you'd like to contribute or stay updated on our progress, please visit our website: https://vu2rs.com/au2m or email me directly at sara@vu2rs.com. Stay tuned for more updates on our AU2M Arnala IOTA Reactivation project! 73, Sarath VU2RS