Version V1 29.08.21
HB9HC/AM on – and in – the air!
Using the callsign HB9HC/AM, the USKA/HTC National Mountain Day Commission will be operating in the air during a hot-air balloon flight!
The HB9HC/AM team looks forward to making a QSO with you during that flight!!
Date
Tuesday 14 Sept 2021
Touchdown -- the balloon has safely landed! The final RBN spot was at 0739 UTC, and the balloon landed just east of Muri, Canton AG, at roughly 0830 UTC. Thanks for all the QSOs!! We will QSL 100% and your cards will be in the mail soon.
Timeframe
2-hour hot-air balloon flight between 0530 - 0900 UTC (0730 - 1100 local time).
Operators and support team
HB9ABO Urs, HB9BXE Hans-Peter, HB9CGA Uli, HB9TVK Peter, HB9BSH Thomas (ground-air communications/photographer).
Rig
KX3 at 15W, vertical (dangling) antennas for 40m, 30m and 20m. Additional bands if possible.
RBN/cluster
It is advisable to monitor the Reverse Beacon Network or a DX cluster to keep current on the latest operating frequency. RBN link
QTH
Anyone can track the balloon's exact position using APRS.
QSLs
Every QSO will be automatically confirmed with a "Balloon Card" sent via the bureau. Further details on QRZ.com.
Q codes
Operators planning to make a QSO with the balloon team should familiarize themselves with the following Q codes:
QAH Altitude
QAL Landing
QGK Track (degrees)
QTK Speed over ground
QTN Departure
QGK Track (degrees)
QTK Speed over ground
QTN Departure
On behalf of the Helvetia Telegraphy Club HTC, we members of the Board of Directors wish the HB9HC/AM Baloon Team a successful flight, spectacular views and plenty of contacts!