The most popular high-frequency (HF) band for daytime international long-distance communication.
Groundwave max of 75 miles. World-wide daytime communications via skip. At high sunspots, can be used at night too.
General, Advanced, or Amateur Extra Amateur Radio license required to operate and each have different frequency allowances.
| License | Data | Voice | Voice Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 14.025 - 14.150 | 14.225 - 14.350 | USB |
| Advanced | 14.025 - 14.150 | 14.175 - 14.350 | USB |
| Extra | 14.000 - 14.150 | 14.150 - 14.350 | USB |
| Frequency | Description |
|---|---|
| 14.070 | PSK31 Digital Mode |
| 14.074 - 14.076 | FT8 Digital Mode |
| 14.078 | JS8Call Digital Mode |
| 14.280 | National Emergency Communications Frequency |
| 14.286 | AM Calling Frequency |
Note: All frequencies listed are in MegaHertz (MHz)
