🚨 ATTENTION HAM RADIO OPERATORS - Did you know that you can communicate via the International Space Station and with dozens of satellites overhead with ham radio? 🛰️ Did you know that you can receive SSTV transmissions, telemetry, APRS beacons, and more from satellites onboard SpaceX craft and CubeSats in space? 🚀 🎉 You’ll learn all this and more in the new 🛰️ SATELLITE AND SPACE OPERATIONS COURSE from Ham Radio Prep! What you’ll learn: ➡️ How to Make Contacts Via Satellites and the ISS with Just a Basic Handheld ➡️ Build your own Yagi antenna for satellite contacts for less than $50, plus guides to navigate the best equipment options ➡️ Tracking satellite telemetry, APRS, beacons, receiving SSTV, and more ➡️ Working an astronaut (ARISS) ➡️ Learn underlying theory like doppler shift, Earth Moon Earth bounce, and hear directly from industry experts about cutting-edge projects and initiatives And much more! Our team has spent hundreds of hours of professional quality production and structure to build a course that benefits YOU by making it easy to learn, with easy to understand video lessons, guides, and more. 💥 Today, more than even the ham radio community needs to stay engaged and active in space and satellite communications to defend our spectrum and prove why amateur radio is critical for technological advancement. 👉 Enroll today — and take your operations to space and beyond. hamradioprep.com/satellite-a… #HamRadioPrep #SpaceOps #HamRadioLaunch #BiggestCourseEver #SatelliteComms

🚀 Big #Wyoming shoutout to Raymond Hatcher for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Raymond is officially ready to key up across the Equality State! With an incredible, well-rounded set of goals spanning Emergency Communications, DIY Projects, Off-the-Grid Communications, Public Service & Volunteering (like CERT and the American Red Cross), and pure Hobby & Enjoyment, Raymond is a tremendous asset to the radio community. Whether he is building a custom antenna from scratch, volunteering during a community crisis, or exploring local VHF/UHF repeaters, he now has the official credentials to make it happen. 🌲🎙️🤠🏔️💪 What was the highlight for Raymond? He loved "the videos and highlights questions." We know that diving into FCC regulations, radio wave propagation, and electronic theory can feel a bit dry if you are just reading text. That's why we pair clear, engaging video walkthroughs with targeted review questions that highlight the most important concepts—locking in the knowledge so you can pass your exam with total confidence! ✍️📺✨ Congratulations, Raymond! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing over the Wyoming mountains and plains very soon. 📡🌾🏆 Ready for a visually engaging path to your license with great video lessons like Raymond? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #Virginia shoutout to Anthony Maben Jr. for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Anthony is officially ready to key up in the Old Dominion! Driven by a strong mix of Emergency Communications and pure Hobby & Enjoyment, Anthony has built a solid foundation to handle local emergency nets on VHF/UHF or jump onto the airwaves just to see who he can connect with across the state. 🌲🎙️🍂🌊💪 What was the highlight for Anthony? He found the "practice exams" to be his favorite part of the course. Diving into FCC rules, radio wave properties, and electronic formulas can seem daunting at first. Our realistic practice tests are designed to perfectly mirror the real exam, taking away the guesswork so you can track your progress and walk into your testing session with absolute confidence! ✍️💯✨ Congratulations on joining the amateur radio family, Anthony! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the Virginia hills and local repeaters. 📡🦅🏆 Ready to master the material with confidence-building practice exams like Anthony? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

Ever thought ham radio was just for talking? Think again! Introducing 'Propagation,' the amateur radio card game that brings real-world radio effects and fun to your table. Get your family involved! 🎥youtu.be/KM1ePJ0Mffo #HamRadio #CardGames

📻 Planning to earn your Technician license? The Technician question pool will change on July 1, 2026, and we've already updated our course to help you prepare. Our new 2026–2030 Technician Course includes: ✅ Updated question pool coverage ✅ Improved explanations ✅ Better animations ✅ Real-world operating examples ✅ Lessons built from data gathered from thousands of students With a 99% pass rate, Ham Radio Prep helps students understand the material—not just memorize answers. 🚀 Start preparing today and be ready for the next generation of the Technician exam. hamradioprep.com/technician-…

🚀 Big #Indiana shoutout to Robert Harris for achieving the highest level of amateur radio—the Amateur Extra license! 🎉 Robert has officially reached the highest tier of amateur radio in the Hoosier State! Driven by a strong commitment to Emergency Communications and Public Service & Volunteering with organizations like CERT and the American Red Cross, Robert now holds full, unrestricted access to every single frequency privilege available to civilian operators. In a major crisis, having an Extra-class operator on the team means your group can utilize exclusive, less-crowded segments of the HF bands to establish crucial long-range lifelines when traditional networks go completely dark. 🌲🎙️🏎️🏆💪 What was the highlight for Robert? He found the platform "very easy to use with immediate feedback and remediation." The Extra exam is famous for its challenging questions on advanced electronics, circuit design, and space weather propagation. Our platform is built to give you instant feedback on practice questions—not just telling you what you missed, but immediately explaining why so you can fix it on the spot. This fast loop of learning and correcting is the ultimate way to conquer the toughest exam in the hobby! ✍️⚡✨ Congratulations on earning your top-tier privileges, Robert! Thank you for your continued dedication to keeping Indiana safe and connected through public service. 📡🌽🏆 Ready to conquer the top-tier Extra exam with fast, smart feedback like Robert? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #NorthCarolina shoutout to Dwight Adams for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Dwight is officially ready to key up in the Tar Heel State! With a fantastic, multi-focused set of goals spanning Emergency Communications, Public Service & Volunteering (like CERT and the American Red Cross), Off-the-Grid Communications, and pure Hobby & Enjoyment, Dwight is a tremendous asset to his community. Whether he is establishing a critical communication lifeline during a severe storm or exploring local VHF/UHF repeaters for fun, he now has the official credentials to make it happen. 🌲🎙️🏔️🌊💪 What was the highlight for Dwight? He loved the "easy to understand information in short, digestible format." We know that trying to study dry, multi-page textbook chapters on radio theory and FCC rules can feel like a chore. That's why we break our lessons down into bite-sized, scannable steps that cut straight to the point—making it simple to lock in the knowledge without hitting a wall of information overload! ✍️⚡✨ Congratulations, Dwight! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the North Carolina mountains and coastal repeaters very soon. 📡🌲🏆 Ready for a fast, digestible path to your license like Dwight? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #Virginia shoutout to John Flores for earning his Technician license! 🎉 John is officially ready to key up in the Old Dominion! With a fantastic mix of goals spanning Emergency Communications, Off-the-Grid Communications, and pure Hobby & Enjoyment, he is now fully equipped to establish a reliable lifeline when traditional networks fail or simply enjoy making new connections on the air. 🌲🎙️🍂🌊💪 What was the highlight for John? He loved that the course was "easy to follow and the practice tests helped a lot." We know that diving into FCC regulations, radio wave propagation, and electronics theory can feel overwhelming at first. That’s why we design our curriculum to break down complex topics into clear, scannable lessons, paired with realistic practice exams that eliminate surprises on test day! ✍️✨ Congratulations on joining the airwaves, John! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the Virginia hills and local repeaters very soon. 📡🦅🏆 Ready for an easy-to-follow path to your license that makes practice tests a breeze like John? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

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🚀 Big #Florida shoutout to Jeffrey Gordish for upgrading to a General Class license! 🎉 Jeffrey is officially expanding his emergency communications toolkit in the Sunshine State! By stepping up to General, he has unlocked the High Frequency (HF) bands, moving past local repeaters and entering a world where signals bounce off the ionosphere to travel thousands of miles. With his focus entirely on Emergency Communications and Public Service & Volunteering with groups like CERT and the Red Cross, Jeffrey is now fully equipped to establish critical, long-range lifelines across counties or states when traditional power grids and cell networks completely fail. 🌲🎙️☀️🌴💪 What was the highlight for Jeffrey? He found the "tests and quizzes" to be his favorite part of the course. The General class exam introduces a deeper level of radio theory, including solar cycles, ionospheric propagation, and complex antenna tuning. By using targeted quizzes to master individual topics and realistic practice tests to track his progress, Jeffrey was able to study efficiently and walk into his exam with total confidence! ✍️💯✨ Congratulations on your upgrade, Jeffrey! Thank you for your continued commitment to public service and community safety in Florida. 📡🏖️🏆 Ready to master the material with targeted quizzes and tests like Jeffrey? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

From knowing nothing about electronics… to passing Amateur Extra 📡🔥 Ken KR4BMB started with Ham Radio Prep as a complete beginner. Since then: ✅ Earned his Technician license ✅ Upgraded to General ✅ Passed Amateur Extra One feature made a huge difference: 🎯 Targeted practice on the questions he missed most Instead of guessing what to study, he could focus on problem areas until they clicked. 📱 Study on your phone 💻 Practice on your computer 🔁 Review what matters most 👉 “Ham Radio Prep made it happen.” hamradioprep.com/

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🚀 Big #Oregon shoutout to Jeff Frazier for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Jeff is officially ready to key up in the beautiful Pacific Northwest! With an awesome, well-rounded set of goals spanning Emergency Communications, Offroading / Mobile Operations, and Off-the-Grid Communications, Jeff is now a fantastic asset to his community. Whether he is rigging up a mobile radio to stay connected with his convoy on rugged backroad trails, ensuring his family has a reliable lifeline when the grid goes down, or just exploring the airwaves for pure Hobby / Enjoyment, he has the official credentials to make it happen. 🌲🎙️🏔️🚙💪 What was the highlight for Jeff? He loved "the whole experience of learning." We absolutely love hearing that! Diving into the science of radio waves, basic electronics, and FCC rules can sometimes feel intimidating, but Jeff leaned right into the process. Turning technical theory into an enjoyable, rewarding journey is exactly what we strive for, and we are thrilled that the entire process resonated with him! ✍️✨ Congratulations, Jeff! We look forward to hearing your signal booming across the Oregon repeaters and seeing you out there on your mobile adventures. 📡🌲🏆 Ready for a rewarding, enjoyable learning experience like Jeff? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #Oregon shoutout to Larry Bristow for completing the Parks on the Air (POTA) course! 🎉 Larry is officially ready to take his radio gear into the great outdoors of the Pacific Northwest! By mastering the specialized skills of a POTA operator, he is equipped to pack up his station, head into Oregon’s stunning state and national parks, and setup as an "activator"—routing long-distance contacts from the beauty of nature. 🌲🎙️🏔️🏕️ What was the highlight for Larry? He loved absolutely "everything," adding that the course "was laid out very well." Taking your radio station mobile and setting up in the field involves a lot of unique moving parts—from picking the right portable antennas and lightweight power sources to mastering the fast-paced pileups and logging rules of the game. Our goal is to lay out those logistics seamlessly so you can transition from your home shack to the field with zero friction! ✍️✨ What was Larry's feedback for improvement? He kept it incredibly encouraging, saying, "I think you guys do a great job." We truly appreciate that, Larry! Our team works incredibly hard to build courses that are practical, engaging, and directly useful out in the real world. 🌲📻 Congratulations on finishing the training, Larry! We can't wait to hear your signal activating some beautiful Oregon parks very soon. 📡🏞️🏆 Ready for a well-organized guide to portable radio adventures like Larry? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 A massive #Pennsylvania shoutout to Barry Werner for achieving the ultimate amateur radio milestone—the "clean sweep" by conquering the Technician, General, and Amateur Extra licenses all at once! 👑🎉 Barry has officially gone from square one straight to the highest peak of amateur radio in the Keystone State! Driven by pure hobby and enjoyment, he walked into his testing session and cleared out the entire amateur spectrum. By earning his Extra class privileges right out of the gate, Barry now has full, unrestricted access to every single frequency allocated to civilian operators—opening up exclusive segments of the HF bands for elite, worldwide communication and advanced technical experimentation. 🌲🎙️🔔🏆💪 What was the highlight for Barry? He loved "the ease and style of the teaching," noting that he had "full preparedness going to take the exams." The journey through all three license levels covers a massive mountain of information—ranging from basic radio etiquette to complex electronic theory, advanced circuits, and international space weather. Our biggest goal is to make that massive amount of material feel smooth and approachable, so you can walk into the testing room with absolute confidence and leave with a clean sweep! ✍️✨ An incredible achievement, Barry! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the exclusive, top-tier segments of the bands. 📡🦅🏆 Ready to go from zero to Extra with full confidence like Barry? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #Oregon shoutout to Gerald Hogue for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Gerald is officially ready to key up in the beautiful Pacific Northwest! Driven by pure hobby and enjoyment, he now has the official credentials to explore local VHF/UHF repeaters, join in on community nets, and experience the awesome thrill of making his very first on-air contacts across the Beaver State. 🌲🎙️🏔️ What was the highlight for Gerald? He loved that the platform was simply "easy to use." We know that diving into FCC rules, electronic theory, and frequency bands can feel a bit overwhelming at first. That’s why we focus on making our interface and lessons as smooth and intuitive as possible—cutting through the clutter so you can focus on learning what you need to pass with total confidence! ✍️✨ Congratulations on joining the airwaves, Gerald! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the Oregon hills and local repeaters very soon. 📡🌲🏆 Ready for an easy-to-use path to your license like Gerald? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

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🚀 Big #Ohio shoutout to Bob Stanley for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Bob is officially ready to key up in the Buckeye State! With an incredible, well-rounded list of motivations spanning Emergency Communications, DIY Projects, Offroading, Off-the-Grid Comms, and Military applications, Bob is a true asset to the radio community. Whether he is volunteering with CERT or the American Red Cross to provide public service, or rigging up a mobile station for a rugged backroad trip, he now has the official credentials to make it happen. 🌲🎙️🌰🚙💪 What was the highlight for Bob? He found that "the video/written/quiz format is very effective." We know that everyone processes information differently. That's why we don't just hand you a dry textbook—we combine engaging video walkthroughs with clearly formatted written text, and back it up with immediate quiz reinforcement. This triple-threat approach locks the technical radio theory into your brain so you are 100% prepared on exam day! ✍️📺📝✨ Congratulations, Bob! We look forward to hearing your signal booming across the Ohio repeaters and seeing you make a major impact in your community. 📡🎈🏆 Ready for a highly effective, multimedia study format like Bob? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

🚀 Big #Iowa shoutout to Bradly Shanahan for upgrading to a General Class license! 🎉 Bradly is officially expanding his radio horizons in the Hawkeye State! By stepping up to General, he has unlocked the High Frequency (HF) bands, moving past local repeaters and entering a world where signals bounce off the ionosphere to travel thousands of miles. With goals focused on Hobby / Enjoyment, Public Service & Volunteering with groups like CERT and the Red Cross, and Off-the-Grid Communications, Bradly is now fully equipped to establish long-range lifelines when traditional infrastructure fails. 🌲🎙️🌽💪 What was the highlight for Bradly? He noted that the "explain button is very helpful for finding out why an answer is correct." We are huge believers that you shouldn't just memorize an answer pool—you should understand the why behind it! Our built-in explanations break down complex regulations and electronic theory instantly, giving you real insight so you can apply that knowledge directly to your station setup. ✍️💡✨ Congratulations on your upgrade, Bradly! We look forward to hearing your signal booming across the HF bands and seeing you make a difference in your community. 📡🌾🏆 Ready for helpful tools that explain the "why" behind the answers like Bradly? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com

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🚀 Big #Wisconsin shoutout to Russ Krause for earning his Technician license! 🎉 Russ is officially ready to key up in the Badger State! Driven by pure hobby and enjoyment, he now has the credentials to explore local VHF/UHF repeaters, join in on community nets, and experience the awesome thrill of making his very first on-air contacts. 🌲🎙️🧀 What was the highlight for Russ? He kept it beautifully simple: "I passed." At the end of the day, that is exactly what matters most! We cut out the unnecessary fluff and textbook drag so you can focus entirely on what it takes to get that passing score, earn your call sign, and get straight to the fun part of the hobby. ✍️💯✨ Congratulations on joining the airwaves, Russ! We look forward to hearing your signal echoing across the Wisconsin repeaters very soon. 📡🦡🏆 Ready for a direct, no-nonsense path to a passing score like Russ? 👉 HamRadioPrep.com