The links on this page aren't in any particular order. They include some of those found throughout this site as well as some relating to some of my other interests, experiences, etc... That being the case, some are radio-related, while others are not. If you know of any sites which you feel are in the same vein as some of those listed here, please pass the links along - they may wind up on this page.
QSL.NET - Our host here in cyberspace. Many thanks to Al Waller, K3TKJ, for being generous enough to provide all amateurs with free space on his web server. His personal investment and the donations of others are an example of the spirit which exists throughout this awesome hobby. Let's all help Al by spreading the word and getting more hams to visit the site and post their own pages. While you're at it, put up your own site here as well!
American Radio Relay League - The National Association for Amateur Radio. The largest membership association of amateur radio operators in the United States. Aside from sponsoring many activities and awards, one of the most important functions of the League is representing the interests of hams nationwide in Washington, D.C. However, it also plays a large role in amateur issues worldwide. I strongly encourage all hams to join. Other membership benefits include "QST", the League's excellent monthly magazine, and access to very affordable and comprehensive radio equipment insurance.
eHam.net - A great amateur radio website that has it all - forums, product reviews, articles, links, shack photographs, etc... A very well done site with an ever-growing group of users. If you have questions about any aspect of the hobby, you'll find the answers you're looking for here.
QRZ.com - A perennial favorite, this site offers it's well-known callsign lookup server, plus many of the same features as eHam.net.
Air Force MARS - Home of
the USAF's "Military Affiliate Radio System". MARS operators are civilian
hams who operate on specially-designated frequencies to support the Air Force mission by
providing supplemental communications capabilities for the service. Each branch of
the armed forces has its own MARS system.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The site can really be quite useful for keeping up-to-date on issues affecting amateur radio. The electronic filing system is accessible from the site, and it's also possible to email the Commission your comments when they issue a "Notice of Proposed Rulemaking" (NPR).
The United States Air Force - My alma-mater, so to speak. The official page of the USAF, with links to all that's related. I spent four and a half years in the Air Force, stationed in Texas, Colorado, England and Idaho. A munitions-systems specialist (AMMO Troop), I worked with many of the various types of munitions in the inventory. My three-year tour at RAF Welford in Berkshire, England, started my lifelong love affair with the British Isles.
The USAF Demonstration Squadron - more commonly known
as the "Thunderbirds."
If you've never been to an air show where one or more of the military services
has given an exhibition, you owe it to yourself to check one out. Seeing
it on television is one thing, but nothing can prepare you for the speed,
maneuverability and SOUND of the real thing. Want to see your tax dollars
at work without entering the battlefield? This is as close as it gets.
And if you're going to make the effort to see an air show, make sure it's one
where the Thunderbirds are flying -
anything less just isn't as satisfying!
This page was last updated on 08/05/09.