[Elecraft] Possible STS-113 Launch Special Event Station

[kc4kgu@ENTERZONE.NET]

On Sat, 9 Nov 2002, Jack Brindle wrote:

> radio club for better information. My own feeling is that I really hope 
> I get a chance to QSO with KC4KGU while he is operating there. HF 
> operation close to the salt water provides some outstanding 
> opportunities because of the proximity to excellent ground provided by 
> the salt water. A vertical antenna in that situation should provide 
> great results. While growing up in Miami (only two miles from the 

I would like to thank all of the fine folks who have provided information
and well wishes to me for the STS-113 Special Event.  As it stands, I had
not received the go-ahead to operate prior to my flight leaving OH on
Friday so, unless the KSC ARC has a rig+battery that I can use (I'll find
out tomorrow) I won't be on the air.

I am sorry to have gotten anyones (expecially my own) hopes up only to
disappoint you.

It would have been a very neat occation.  The last launch the season, at
night, on Veterans Day.  I also thought it would be a neat way to put my
current callsign to bed.  I am soon to be known as K4WTF.  Any of you
former military types will understand the new callsign. ;-O

> 
> Have a great time in Florida!
> 

We have had an outstanding time thus far.  Thanks!

73 de John - KC4KGU
K2/100 #2490