Worldwide long-distance and local communication, but is heavily dependent on solar activity and daytime ionospheric propagation.
Groundwave out to 25 miles. Band most affected by sunspots. When open, world-wide on 5W.
General, Advanced, or Amateur Extra Amateur Radio license required to operate and all have the same allowances. Technician license allowed in a narrow band of SSB voice with 200W max.
| License | Data | Voice | Voice Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician | 28.000 - 28.300 | 28.300 - 28.500 | USB |
| General | 28.000 - 28.300 | 28.300 - 29.700 | USB |
| Advanced | 28.000 - 28.300 | 28.300 - 29.700 | USB |
| Extra | 28.000 - 28.300 | 28.300 - 29.700 | USB |
| Frequency | Description |
|---|---|
| 28.074 - 28.076 | FT8 Digital Mode |
| 28.078 | JS8Call Digital Mode |
| 28.120 | PSK31 Digital Mode |
| 28.300 - 29.300 | SSB Simplex |
| 29.000 - 29.200 | AM |
| 29.600 | FM Simplex |
Note: All frequencies listed are in MegaHertz (MHz)
