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DX News Daily — September 2, 2025
DXpeditions in High Gear for Autumn
A surge of DXpeditions is lining up for September through November—the peak DXing season in the Northern Hemisphere. The latest DXpedition Timeline for Sept. 2025 confirms a full calendar ahead, with some yet-to-be-scheduled operations like E44OM and 3C0W/3C3W still pending final dates.
Active DXpeditions to Watch
According to ADXO’s live operations listings, here are the currently active DXpeditions as of early September:
| Call Sign | Location | Dates | Bands/Modes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TY2AA | Benin | Aug 18 – Sep 07 | 10 m, SSB (spare-time) |
| A35JK | Tonga | Aug 23 – Sep 12 | 80–6 m |
| VK2/SP9FIH | Lord Howe Island (IOTA OC‑004) | Aug 27 – Sep 13 | 30–10 m, SSB, FT4/FT8 |
| VP9 (G4OSY) | Bermuda (via G4OSY) | Aug 27 – Sep 14 | 160–6 m, SSB, CW |
| VY0ZOO | Southampton Island, Nunavut (IOTA NA‑007) | Aug 28 – Sep 02 | 80–10 m, SSB, CW |
| XW4YY | Laos | Aug 29 – Sep 11 | 40–10 m, SSB, FT8 |
| SV5/DJ5MN | Dodecanese Islands | Aug 30 – Sep 08 | 40–10 m, CW, SSB, FT8 |
DXpeditions on the Horizon — INDEXA Support
Exciting expeditions supported by INDEXA are scheduled for later this year:
- Equatorial Guinea (3C3W) and Annobon Island (3C0W) — September 2025
- Palestine (E44OM) — September 2025
- Curacao (PJ2T) and Saba (PJ6Y) — October 2025
These trips benefit from INDEXA’s financial backing through their Next Generation and Humanitarian Aid Funds.
Radio News Brief — From Amateur Radio Newsline
Highlights from the latest Amateur Radio Newsline (Report 2496, Aug 29):
- Youth-focused recruitment for the upcoming Andaman Island DXpedition
- Celebrating a 60-year milestone: the Hurricane Watch Net
- Remembering prominent DXers—Odin Thor (TF2MSN) and Lou Dietrich
- Earliest setbacks and updates: a SpacMobile satellite faces delays, while maritime mobile services continue aiding distressed vessels.
🚀 DX News – Late July / Early August 2025
🌍 Rare DX & Upcoming DXpeditions
- CN2DX (Morocco): Michel (F5LRL) is active holiday‑style from near Kenitra as CN2DX through August 30, operating CW, SSB, and FT8 on 40m–6m, typically in the early morning (05–10 UTC) and evening (18–22 UTC). QSL via home call.
- 3B9SP (Rodrigues Island): From July 28 to August 1, DK6SP will be QRV as 3B9SP, easy catch with operations on HF bands.
- V73KW (Marshall Islands): KW7R continues his run through September 2025, mainly FT8 and CW. QSL via LoTW.
- C21TS (Nauru): Phill remains active until September 2025, already over 83,000 QSOs made. Expect FT8 on 30m and above; possible SSB later. QSL via LoTW and OQRS.
- IK1MNF/IA5 (Elba Island, EU‑028): Domenico will remain QRV through mid‑October, mostly SSB on 20–6m bands.
- A planned PY0S (St. Peter & St. Paul Rocks) DXpedition in October 2025 is currently on hold due to delays.
📣 Special Event Stations & IARU Centennial
- SX17ASTRO (Western Greece): Special event operation runs through August 8, celebrating the Panhellenic Expedition of Amateur Astronomers.
- S60 prefix (Singapore): To commemorate its 60th independence anniversary, special S60xxx callsigns active through August 9.
- E2WRTC (Thailand): Active until August 10, promoting Team Asia’s WRTC 2026 entry. Operating CW/SSB on 160–10m.
- LZ591MK (Bulgaria): Special callsign used July–August 2025 as part of the “All Saints” event.
⚙️ Equipment & Operating Trends
- The latest 3Y0J Bouvet Island DXpedition plans have yet to resurface in 2025 schedules—but keep an eye on NCDXF and DX-World updates in case it returns.
- Online bulletins from major DX news sources continue highlighting rare activations, gear news, and orienting operators toward less common entities in late July and early August.
📅 What’s On the Radar Next
- August 2025 brings ongoing activity from CN2DX, SX17ASTRO, S60xx (Singapore), and Elba (IK1MNF), alongside the final days of IOTA contest. Rare DX favorites like V73KW, C21TS, and 3B9SP remain active and accessible.
- A possible October debut of PY0S (St. Peter & Paul Rocks)—though not firm yet. Monitor updates.
📌 Pro Tips for DXers
- Focus on early-morning UTC slots for CN2DX and similar holiday-style activations—low band openings likely.
- During IOTA Contest, monitor 40m‑10m CW and FT8 where most ops are active.
- Use Club Log, LoTW, OQRS for confirmations/QSL-ing with most stations listed.
- For upcoming alerts—subscribe to major DX calendars and bulletins for the fastest updates.
DX News – July 27, 2025
Propagation Forecast
Solar activity continues to influence HF propagation significantly. Expect moderate conditions over the next three days:
- July 27-28: Solar flux index (SFI) around 145-150; A-index between 8 and 10. Good openings expected on 15m and 20m bands, with potential for enhanced propagation on 10m during midday hours.
- July 29: Slight decrease in solar activity; SFI approximately 140; A-index slightly elevated around 12. Conditions remain fair to good, particularly during early evening hours.
DXpedition Updates
- Bouvet Island (3Y0J): Final preparations underway for the highly anticipated Bouvet Island DXpedition scheduled for late August. Equipment has arrived at staging locations; full operational capabilities are confirmed, covering HF bands with emphasis on CW, SSB, and FT8.
- Pitcairn Island (VP6A): Active until August 5, 2025. Operators continue to report strong signals worldwide, with particularly favorable propagation into Asia and North America on 17m and 20m.
Contesting News
- IOTA Contest 2025 (July 29-30): The annual Islands On The Air (IOTA) contest takes place this weekend. Activity expected to peak with numerous island activations. High participation anticipated from EU and AS regions, with notable island DX entities confirmed participation.
- CQ WW VHF Contest Results: Preliminary results indicate strong showings from stations in North America and Europe, with record-breaking scores reported in the 6-meter category.
Noteworthy Equipment
- Yaesu FT-710 HF Transceiver: Recently launched and positively received by contesters and DXers alike, praised for its exceptional noise reduction and intuitive user interface.
DXpedition Updates & HF Activity
🌍 DXpeditions & Operations
- The C93RRC DXpedition (Mozambique) is currently off-air due to generator issues.
- Multiple DXpeditions and special-event operations are active this week, offering great opportunities across HF bands.
- A major milestone: 425 DX News recently published its 1,700th issue and continues to provide weekly bulletins for serious DXers.
📡 Contesting Highlights
- The IARU HF Contest (held July 12–13) featured widespread participation, though propagation was challenging due to increased geomagnetic activity. Still, operators pushed through on 20 m and 15 m with solid DX into South America and Oceania.
- This Week’s Events (July 16–23): Expect CWops Test sessions, short Mini-Contests on 40 m and 80 m, and VHF/UHF FT8 action. Most notably, the YOTA Contest returns on July 19, running from 10:00–21:59 UTC. Young operators will take to the air on CW and SSB across 80–10 m, competing in categories like Single-Op Youth, Open, and Multi-Op YOTA.
🌤️ Propagation Report
- Solar flux has been holding steady around 115–120, with quiet geomagnetic conditions outside of minor K-index spikes earlier in the month.
- Despite midsummer propagation slowdowns, Maximum Usable Frequencies (MUFs) have reached up to 21 MHz on mid-distance paths (~3,000 km). 20 m remains the most stable daytime band, while evening openings on 40 m have been modest but workable.
- Conditions are expected to improve gradually in late August as we transition into the next seasonal shift.
✅ Summary Table
| Category | Highlights |
|---|---|
| DXpeditions | C93RRC offline; multiple active ops |
| Contests | IARU HF completed, YOTA Contest upcoming July 19 |
| Propagation | Solar flux ~115–120, moderate MUFs, quiet Kp |
DX News – June 27, 2025
📡 Propagation Forecast (Next 3 Days)
- Solar Activity: Solar Flux Index (SFI) is holding steady around 130–140, with occasional sunspot groups contributing to minor flares.
- Geomagnetic Outlook: Unsettled conditions are likely through June 29, with Kp potentially reaching G2–G3 levels.
- Band Performance:
- 20 m and 15 m are performing well for intercontinental contacts.
- 10 m openings are sporadic but may benefit from Es propagation.
- 40 m is stable at night with some noise during geomagnetic peaks.
🌍 Active & Upcoming DXpeditions
Now Active:
- VP8DPD – Falkland Islands (until July 12)
- 8R1TM – Guyana (June 1 – July 10)
- FO (French Polynesia) – Wrapping up by June 27
Launching Soon:
- TF (Iceland) – July 11–25
- C93RRC – Mozambique (July 13–19)
- HQ9HC – Roatan Island, Honduras (July 14–20)
- JW0VI – Svalbard (July 14–23)
🧭 Bonus Watch:
- Youth-led DXpedition VP2VRX to British Virgin Islands is announced for late October — expect major activity during CQ WW SSB.
🔦 DX Highlights
- V73WW from the Marshall Islands (OC‑029) wrapped up with over 103,000 QSOs via CW, SSB, RTTY, and FT8 — an outstanding success story.
- Bouvet Island (3Y0J) remains under prep stages, still no confirmed reactivation dates.
- Saba Island is on the radar again for a high-profile fall activation — early planning confirmed.
🏁 Contests & Events (Next 2 Weeks)
- Marconi Memorial HF Contest – June 29–30 (CW focus, great for Europe/Africa paths)
- Friedrichshafen Ham Radio 2025 – June 28–30, Friedrichshafen, GermanyOne of the world’s largest ham radio events returns with big-name exhibitors, special event stations, and cutting-edge tech showcases.
🛠️ Consider checking special event stations active from the hamfest during the weekend — plenty of operators will be portable from the fairgrounds.
📢 Summary & Tips
- Solar conditions remain favorable, especially for 15 m and 20 m operations.
- Keep an eye on Kp index — minor storms could temporarily suppress low-band propagation.
- Now is a great time to chase South Atlantic and Pacific DX before some expeditions close out.
- Friedrichshafen may bring surprise activations — scan for callsigns operating with “HAM” or fair-related suffixes.
DX News global roundup as of June 20, 2025
📡 Propagation Forecast (Next 3 Days)
Conditions remain favorable overall:
- 40–10 m bands: Fair to good during daylight, especially 17 m and 20 m.
- 6 m (Magic Band): Sporadic‑E season continues—watch for openings across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.
- 80–160 m: Good nighttime conditions, especially over quiet geomagnetic periods.
- Solar Activity: Moderate flux levels with occasional minor disturbances. K‑index stable (0–3 range), no major solar storms expected.
🏝️ DXpedition Updates
🔊 Currently Active
- ZC4TH & ZC4RH (Cyprus SBA) – CW, SSB, FT8/FT4 until June 20.
- JD1BQP (Ogasawara) – Primarily 6 m SSB & FT8, on air through June 21.
- V47JA (St. Kitts & Nevis) – HF and 6 m action, ends June 24.
- T88PB (Palau) – Operating until June 23; aligned with All‑Asia DX CW contest.
🗓️ Starting Soon
- CN2DX (Morocco) – June 25–July 31, multi-band CW/SSB/FT8.
- KP4NET (Puerto Rico) – June 27–29, active on 40/20/10 m.
- FP (St Pierre & Miquelon) – June 28–July 14, HF + 6 m.
- TF (Iceland) – June 29–July 3, POTA-focused activations.
- SV5 (Dodecanese) & TC0MAR (Turkey) – June 30–July 5, full HF coverage with some digital.
🧭 Looking Ahead: Major DXpeditions coming up in July include C94RRC/C93RRC (Mozambique) and J38DX (Grenada).
🏆 Contesting News
✅ Recent Highlights
- June VHF Contest: Great conditions reported on 6 m—Sporadic‑E made for exciting North America and EU activity.
- ARRL Log Submissions: Thousands already submitted; results in process.
📅 Upcoming Contests (June 21–22)
- IARU Region 1 50 MHz Contest
- SKCC QSO Party (CW)
- 6 m International Contest
- Stew Perry Topband Challenge (160 m)
- West Virginia QSO Party
📅 End of June & Early July
- Field Day (June 28–29) – The big event! Huge global participation expected across all bands and modes.
- Canada Day Contest (July 1)
- NCCC FT4 & CW Sprints
- CWops & RTTY Weeklies
- QCX CW Challenge
📡 DX News — June 12, 2025
Here’s today’s fresh DX & contesting roundup to keep your shack tuned and ready:
🌍 Active DXpeditions
| Call | Location | Dates | Bands / Modes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KH0N | Mariana Islands | June 12–15, 2025 | HF, FT8 / FT4 |
| W6CPL/VP9 | Bermuda | June 12–22, 2025 | HF, SSB / CW / FT8 |
| FO/G0VJG | French Polynesia | June 12–27, 2025 | 80–10 m (+6 m), all modes |
| YI0CT | Iraq | June 13–16, 2025 | HF, CW / SSB / FT8 |
| ZC4TH / ZC4RH | Cyprus (SBA areas) | June 14–20 & June 28 | HF, CW / SSB / FT8 / FT4 |
Note: Great opportunity for local Cyprus ops this month with ZC4 stations going active twice!
📡 Propagation Forecast
The Sporadic E (Es) season is in full swing across the northern hemisphere.
Watch for enhanced short-skip DX on 6 m and even on VHF (144 / 432 MHz). Expect openings especially in the mornings and late afternoons.
👉 Keep those beams ready — strong Es openings can arrive with little notice!
🏆 Contesting Highlights
📅 Upcoming Major Events
- ARRL Field Day — June 28–29
Great annual event for emergency operating practice and field setups. - RSGB IOTA Contest — July 26–27
A fantastic chance to work rare island stations. Popular among European and worldwide DXers alike.
🆕 Equipment & Tech Highlights
This month’s DX community chatter includes:
- Latest rare DX activations covered in June video roundups.
- Gear spotlight: Radio Shack DX-394 receiver review making the rounds in the community.
Summary Highlights
- Active DXpeditions on the air now in Iraq, Cyprus, Bermuda, French Polynesia, Mariana Islands.
- Sporadic E propagation peaking — stay alert on 6 m and VHF.
- ARRL Field Day and RSGB IOTA contests just around the corner.
- New equipment chatter and community videos worth checking out.
HF DX Outlook: Stable Flux but Mild Geomagnetic Activity — Best Bands 20m & 17m (Jun 9, 2025)
🌞 Space Weather & Propagation Overview (as of Jun 9, 2025 – 07:35 UTC)
- Solar Flux Index (SFI): 115 — solid for DX performance
- Sunspot Number (SSN): 87 — moderate solar activity
- Geomagnetic Conditions: A‑index = 15 (active), Kp‑index = 4 (unsettled) — mild disturbance, manageable
- Solar Wind Speed: ~497 km/s — slight enhancement in geomagnetic activity
- Radio-absorption X-ray Level: B4.6 — benign
- Bottom line: Solar flux and SSN are favorable for HF DX, but unsettled geomagnetic conditions may induce brief absorption or fadeouts.
📶 HF Band Conditions
| Band Range (MHz) | Daytime | Nighttime |
|---|---|---|
| 80–40 m (3.5–7.3) | Poor | Fair |
| 30–20 m (10.1–14.35) | Fair | Fair |
| 17–15 m (18.07–21.45) | Fair | Fair |
| 12–10 m (24.89–29.7) | Poor | Poor |
- Best DX opportunities: 20 m and 17 m remain your strongest bets around the clock. Morning and late afternoon on 40 m might surprise you.
- Poor conditions: Expect weak openings on 10, 12, and (during the day) 80 m.
🗺️ Quick Path Check
- Real-time maps (e.g., HF.dxview.org) show active MUFs, with occasional openings on 17 m and 20 m.
- CW or digital modes performing better due to higher tolerance to noise — SNR > 10 dB for SSB, > –1 dB for CW.
🔭 VHF/UHF Note
- Keep an eye on VHF activity maps for sporadic‑E or tropospheric enhancements — nothing unusual reported for today yet.
✅ Actionable Tips for Today
- 20 m & 17 m: Monitor these all day—likely best DX channels.
- 40 m (evening/night): Fair conditions could work for moderate-distance DX.
- Avoid 10–12 m unless MUF unexpectedly rises (rare with current flux).
- Use CW/digital modes to maximize success under current noise levels.
- Keep an eye on real-time propagation maps and adjust if solar conditions shift later today.
🌍 Current & Upcoming DXpeditions
- T30TTT (Tarawa, Kiribati) — Active since ~June 8 from OC‑017 on 40‑6 m using CW/SSB/FT8
- FO/G0VJG (Bora Bora, French Polynesia) — QRV from June 10–26, mainly using high-band modes
- V51/HB9SHD (Namibia) — Operating through June 15 on 40‑6 m, SSB + digital.
- VP8DPD (Falkland Islands) — On the air until July 12 on 20‑10 m with FT8/SSB
- 3DA0GY (eSwatini) — Active until June 20 on CW/SSB, possibly join CQ WPX CW
📅 Also coming soon:
- JD1BQP (Ogasawara) — June 12–21 expected on high/very high bands
🎯 Contesting & Test Activity
Today’s Contests (June 9, 2025)
- K1USN Slow Speed Test (0000–0100 Z): CW on 160–10 m
- ICWC Medium Speed Test (1300–1400 Z & again 1900–2000 Z): CW, wide band coverage
- OK1WC Memorial (MWC) (1630–1729 Z): CW on 80 & 40 m
📌 Reminder: Don’t miss the mid-late evening ICWC session at 1900–2000 Z.
🔜 Upcoming Notable Contests This Week
- Worldwide Sideband Activity Contest (June 10, 0100–0159 Z) — Single-op, all bands (SSB focus)
- DARC CW-Training Contest (June 10, 1800–1859 Z) — CW on 80 m only
- VHF‑UHF FT8 Activity Contest (June 11, 1700–2100 Z) — 432 MHz FT8 for Europe-focused grid chasingn5
- CWops Weekly CWT Tests — Multiple CW speed sessions through the week on various bands
🎉 Coming Soon: Field Day (June 28–29)
ARRL Field Day is next weekend — the fourth full weekend in June (June 28–29 this year). Great for portable station ops, emergency comms drills, and a mix of modes. Clubs and solo ops, get ready!
✅ What This Means for You
- DXpeditions: Expect active DX openings on 20 m and 17 m—Jar the rare country pile-ups, especially from VP8DPD and FO/G0VJG.
- CW Operation: Excellent opportunities today on 80 m and 40 m during ICWC and OK1WC. CWops CWTs mid-week are ideal for speed sharpening.
- SSB/FT8: Sideband contest on the 10th and FT8 on VHF/UHF on the 11th are worth a slot in your operating plan.
- Field Day Prep: Start planning your layout, power, and mode mix now—propagation charts indicate promising 20 m conditions for FD weekend.
📡 DX Propagation Update – June 4, 2025
🌐 Geomagnetic Activity Overview
Over the past few days, Earth has experienced heightened geomagnetic activity due to a series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and solar flares. Notably, a G4 (Severe) geomagnetic storm was observed on June 2, triggered by a CME impact and intensified by high-speed solar wind streams from coronal holes. This event led to widespread auroral displays at lower latitudes and caused disruptions in radio communications and satellite operations.
📈 Current Conditions
- Kp Index: Currently fluctuating between 4 and 5, indicating unsettled to minor storm conditions.
- Solar Flux Index (SFI): Elevated levels around 160, supporting enhanced propagation on higher HF bands.
- Auroral Activity: Still elevated, with potential visibility at mid-latitudes during nighttime hours.
📡 HF Band Conditions
- 80m & 40m: Nighttime propagation remains stable, with some absorption during peak geomagnetic activity.
- 30m & 20m: Variable conditions; openings are possible but may be short-lived and affected by geomagnetic fluctuations.
- 17m, 15m, 12m, & 10m: Enhanced propagation expected, especially during daylight hours, due to elevated SFI.
🔮 Forecast
Geomagnetic conditions are expected to gradually return to normal levels over the next 24–48 hours. However, continued monitoring is advised as solar activity remains high during the current solar maximum phase.
🗓️ DXpeditions & Contests
🌍 Active DXpeditions
- 5V7RU – Togo: Active on all bands; operators report good conditions on 20m and 17m.
- VK9NT – Norfolk Island: Focus on low bands; challenging conditions due to recent geomagnetic activity.
- CY0S – Sable Island: Limited operation windows; check cluster spots for real-time updates.
🏆 Upcoming Contests
- ARRL June VHF Contest: June 14–15; excellent opportunity for grid hunters and VHF enthusiasts.
- All Asian DX Contest (CW): June 21–22; focus on Asian stations, great for DXers seeking new entities.
🛠️ Equipment News
- Icom IC-905 Release: Icom’s new VHF/UHF/SHF transceiver is now shipping; early reviews highlight its versatility for satellite and EME operations.
- Yaesu FTdx101MP Firmware Update: Latest firmware addresses keying issues and improves CW performance.
- Elecraft K4 Availability: Production delays continue; next shipment expected in late July.
DX News – June 1, 2025
📡 Active DXpeditions
- Eswatini (3DA0GY): Morten, LA9GY, is active as 3DA0GY until June 2. He’s operating CW and some SSB, focusing on 20, 15, and 10 meters, with possible activity on 80, 40, 30, 17, and 12 meters. QSL via Logbook of The World or directly to his home call.
- Gabon (TR8CR): Roland, F8EN, has extended his stay and will be operating as TR8CR until mid-June. He’s operating CW only. QSL via F6AJA.
- Honduras (HR9): Alex, K6VHF, is QRV as K6VHF/HR9 from June 1–30 on 80–6 meters using FT8, FT4, SSB, RTTY, and CW.
- Faroe Islands (OY): A DXpedition is underway from June 1–10. Details are available on DX-World.net.
🏆 Contesting Highlights – June 1, 2025
📅 Ongoing & Upcoming Contests
- PODXS 070 Club Three Day Weekend Contest: Runs until 23:59Z today. Mode: PSK31 on 160–6 meters. Open to worldwide participants.
- PVRC Reunion: Today from 17:00Z–20:00Z. Modes: CW, SSB, RTTY on 160–10 meters. Open to all, with a focus on PVRC members.
- K1USN Slow Speed Test: Starts at 00:00Z on June 2. Mode: CW at speeds up to 20 wpm on 160–10 meters. Great for CW newcomers.
- ICWC Medium Speed Test: Runs from 13:00Z–14:00Z and again from 19:00Z–20:00Z on June 2. Mode: CW on 160–10 meters.
📡 HF Propagation Forecast – June 1–3, 2025
⚠️ Geomagnetic Storm Alert
A G4 (Severe) geomagnetic storm is currently impacting Earth due to a coronal mass ejection (CME) that arrived earlier today. This is causing significant disturbances in the ionosphere, leading to degraded HF radio propagation, especially at higher latitudes.
📈 Solar Indices
- Solar Flux Index (SFI): 164
- A-index: 16
- K-index: 7.33
📡 HF Band Conditions
- 80m & 160m: Expect increased noise levels and potential signal fading during nighttime hours.
- 40m & 30m: Variable conditions with possible short-term openings; monitor for sudden changes.
- 20m–10m: High-latitude paths may experience significant degradation; equatorial and mid-latitude paths could see sporadic openings.
🌐 Regional Notes
- Europe & North America: HF propagation is currently unstable due to geomagnetic disturbances. Operators may experience rapid changes in signal strength and quality.
- Asia & Oceania: Similar conditions prevail; however, some southern regions may experience brief periods of improved propagation.
🌠 Aurora Alert
The ongoing geomagnetic storm has increased the likelihood of auroral activity at lower latitudes. Observers in regions as far south as Alabama and northern California in the U.S. may witness auroras tonight.