Multi-Operator Team Targets Rare IOTA EU-017
Expedition Highlights
A 9-operator Italian team will activate Vulcano Island (EU-017) under callsign ID9/IQ9BF, featuring:
✔ Extended band coverage: 80m-10m + new VHF operations
✔ Multi-mode operation: CW, SSB, Digital
✔ Special addition: 144 MHz SSB and 50 MHz (CW/SSB/FT8)
Operating Details
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Dates: April 25-27, 2025 (weekend activation)
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Team Callsigns: IT9BTI, IT9CYE, IT9DNM, IT9EJW, IT9GAC, IT9JTM, IT9KQT, IT9KRQ, IT9QBZ
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QSL: Via Club Log
Why This Matters
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EU-017 is a sought-after IOTA reference
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Rare VHF activation from a Mediterranean island
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Strong signal potential to Europe and beyond
How to Participate
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Monitor ID9/IQ9BF on HF and VHF bands
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Check Club Log for real-time logging
Blog Summary
This Italian team activation of Vulcano Island (EU-017) offers a rare chance to work this IOTA reference across HF+VHF bands. The addition of 6m/2m operations makes this especially noteworthy for VHF enthusiasts.
Source: DX-World.net | Follow @dxworldnet
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