AO-51 Ops

AO-51 continues to wow the satellite community. It is now
being used as a test bed for Earth stations.

Since it is being commanded into S downlinks and L uplinks, it's your chance to test out the downconverters and upconverters you've been planning to set up.

"Recently, AO-51 was off the air due to a software glitch. The command team has succesfully reloaded its operational software and as of 8/30/08 has been back in service.
Gould, WA4SXM for the A0-51 Command team
Kevin, WA6FWF
Drew, KO4MA"

You can check the current mode of AO-51 at
http://www.amsat.org/amsat-new/echo/CTNews.php

If you think a certain mode should be used, contact the command team and make a suggestion. They are always looking for input as well as feedback about satellite ops.

Gould, WA4SXM