AU2M – Arnala Island (AS-169) DXpedition Update – May/June 2025

Breaking News: License Approved for Highly Anticipated Activation

The DX India Foundation team has received confirmation that their license application for the AU2M operation from Arnala Island (AS-169) has been approved! This rare IOTA activation will take place from May 29 to June 1, 2025, targeting what is currently India's most wanted IOTA reference.

Station Setup & Operations

The team is preparing an impressive station configuration:

• Three simultaneous stations

• Antennas: Hexbeam, 10m beam, 6m beam, and two verticals

• Special focus on 6m operations by popular demand

• Modes: CW, SSB, and Digital (adjusting based on propagation)

• Equipment: Two amplifiers planned, with hopes for band-pass filters

Meet the Team

This activation brings together some of India's most experienced operators:

• Sarath, VU2RS (Project Lead)

• Aderesh, VU3WEW

• Anil, VU3DXA

• Renju, VU3TPW

• Girish, VU3GDS

• Plus local support from VU2HIT and VU2KWJ

QSL & Funding Transparency

• OQRS: $10

• Express LoTW: $5
  "All funds support future DXpeditions and building a contest station in India - this is a non-profit effort," emphasizes Sarath VU2RS.

How to Support & Follow

• Website: https://vu2rs.com/au2m

• Email: sara@vu2rs.com

• Special Note: The team welcomes contributions and promises full transparency about fund usage.

Why This DXpedition Matters

• AS-169 is currently India's most wanted IOTA

• Rare activation of this difficult-to-access island

• Multi-station setup promises excellent operating capabilities

• Includes 6m operations - a bonus for VHF enthusiasts

"We're thrilled to bring this opportunity to the global ham community after years of planning," says team leader VU2RS.