I’m a retired Navy Chief and I’m also retired from the Army (Civilian service). I received my Technician license in October 2024; General in May 2025 and I’m going to try and get my Extra in 2026. I’m really enjoying this hobby and at my QTH I primarily use the Yaesu FT-710 connected to an EFHW antenna which runs from a second story window to my fence (Stupid HOA). I also have a Yaesu FTX-1 that I use for UHF/VHF, POTA and as my primary rig when traveling in my RV.

“I can imagine no more rewarding a career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: 'I served in the United States Navy.” ― John F. Kennedy