Hello everyone!
​Who among you is looking for a new challenge with APRS? APRS On The Air (OTA) brings the exact fun and competitive spirit of POTA or SOTA into the world of native APRS text messaging.
​This isn’t just about simple tracking. It’s an activity service that connects operators directly and turns every contact into a little event.
​Why you should absolutely try it out:
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No Tedious Logging: Forget complicated logbooks. With APRS OTA, everything is handled by an APRS bot named OTA. You simply send your messages to it, and it logs your contacts in real-time.
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Points, Stamps & Leaderboards: Every successful QSO is rewarded! Collect points, unlock achievements (“stamps”), and climb the worldwide leaderboards.
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Real RF in Focus: If you’re hosting an “Op” (activation), you are required to send and receive via RF (routing to the bot via APRS-IS is fine, but the very first and last leg must be radio waves).
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Simple Start: You don’t even need to create an account on the website. Just grab your radio, send an APRS message to the bot, and you’re good to go!
​Whether you’re a newcomer wanting to get more out of APRS, or a seasoned operator looking for a new challenge – APRS OTA is brilliant for this.
​Want to learn more? Check it out here: https://aprsota.org
​Who already has the OTA bot in their contact list?
​Vy 73! DL7PJ Peter