Date: March 22, 2021
Time: 07:25 GMT
Freq: 14020 KHz
Mode: CW
QTH: Bol’shoy Begichev Island. Russia.
Callsign: RI0Q.
IOTA: AS-152
MARCH 21 – Outside temperature is -35C (it’s not been above -30C on this trip). Minor problems occur with generators and stove (fuel hoses burst from frost). One working tent is set up to get some warmth. Assembly of yagi and GP continues. QRV thereafter.
MARCH 19 – After numerous set-backs and hiccups, the team are in position to head to the island tomorrow (March 20). Recent updates here