Just a reminder that the Iowa High Altitude Balloon (iHAB) project will
launch their second balloon with QRP beacon on Saturday. This launch is
sponsored by QRP ARCI.
The launch is scheduled for October 2, 2010 at 14:00Z (9AM CDT) from the
Ottumwa Industrial Airport (OTM) IHCC North Campus Aviation Building.
Preflight will begin at 13:00Z (8AM CDT). Should weather prevent the launch,
the fall back date will be Saturday, October 9, 2010 at the same times.
The QRP Beacon (1.6 watts) will be on 14.059.0 MHz signing (the QRP ARCI
Club call sign) "K6JSS iHAB 2". Post your spots of the beacon online at
www.qrpspots.com
A certificate will be available to people who provide a reception report.
Reports and requests for certificates should be sent to balloon@..."
Please go to for more information on the flight and
special recognition for reception reports.
Ken Evans, W4DU
President QRP ARCI
