[SFDXA] Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Update OPERATING FORMAT CHANGE

[Bill]

*/From Tony N2MFT:/*

Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Update
Date/Time: January 19, 2026 18:25 UTC
OPERATING FORMAT CHANGE
Information from:
Otis, NP4G
DXpedition Leader & Coordinator
For the next week, we will be operating using a mode-based schedule to 
improve efficiency, increase our QSO rate, and provide a more 
predictable operating pattern for those trying to work KP5/NP3VI.
This pattern will repeat daily, beginning at 00:00 UTC. We will follow 
this pattern for this week completely. Please note that these plans may 
be subject to change based on solar conditions and operator 
recommendations. When possible, we will try to operate on the same bands 
to allow more stations to work Desecheo as uniques.
00:00–04:00 UTC — CW
CW operations to start the day.
04:00–05:00 UTC — CW (tonight) / FT8 or CW
Mode may vary depending on conditions.
06:00–09:00 UTC — QRT
Scheduled downtime.
09:00–12:00 UTC — FT8
Dedicated FT8 operations.
12:00–16:00 UTC — CW to Europe (higher bands)
Targeting EU propagation during this window.
16:00–18:00 UTC — QRT
Planned downtime during solar maximum to allow for battery recharging.
18:00–20:00 UTC — SSB (Phone)
20:00–24:00 UTC — FT8
FT8 operations to finish the day.
Power and Capacity Notes:
If propagation and solar charging conditions are favorable, we expect to 
be able to operate two FT8 radios simultaneously during FT8 periods.
This operating pattern is expected to remain in place for the next week. 
We appreciate feedback from the DX community and will make adjustments 
as needed based on results and conditions.
Milestone Update:
We are approaching 18,000 QSOs in the log. Thank you to everyone 
worldwide for your patience, support, and continued interest in the 
Desecheo activation.
73,
Steve N2AJ
Media Officer & Pilot
Desecheo DXpedition 2026
Photo Credit: WP4TZ
For more information, and to see our live station telemetry, visit our 
website:
https://desecheo2026.com/kp5/ <https://desecheo2026.com/kp5/>
https://www.facebook.com/people/Desecheo-2026-Dxpedition/61585525894897/
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