Welcome to my site
Explore the fascinating hobby of ham radio with me. It is currently under construction, so be on the lookout for more material.
Articles
What is Amateur Radio
Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, is a hobby that allows people to communicate with each other using radio frequencies. More Info
Expert Electronics Repair Services
Offering expertise in amateur radio operations and equipment for enthusiasts of all levels.
Licensed GMRS Radios
Providing electronic hobby kits, components, and resources for beginners and advanced hobbyists.
Ham Radio Consultation
Providing electronic hobby kits, components, and resources for beginners and advanced hobbyists.
Rockhounding Tools
Licensed to operate GMRS radios, offering guidance and services related to GMRS communication.
Electronics Workshop
Licensed to operate GMRS radios, offering guidance and services related to GMRS communication.
More about Bill Powell
Meet Bill, a retired USAF member with a passion for amateur radio. Also a GMRS licensee: WRCU388.
Address
Wittman, Arizona
Hours
Normally on the computer during the day.
Use contact form or email: Bill@w9wrp.net.
I have been a Ham since the mid-1970s. My original callsign was N0APL. I changed in the 1990s when I upgraded to Extra.
My other hobbies include rockhounding and woodworking. I like to go into the desert to prospect for gold and make things in my shop, mostly on the lathe.
My Station
Capabilities: HF from 80 meters through 10 meters. 2 meters and 70 centimeters.
- Yaesu FT-DX10
- Yaesu FTM-300DR (Mobile)
- Icom IC-2730A (Base)
- Yaesu FT5DR (HT)
- Anytone DT-D878 UVII Plus (Digital)
- BTech V2 HT (GMRS)
- Midland MXT-575 (GMRS Mobile)
- HWEF 80-10m antenna