Sultan Alneyadi interacts with students during first Ham radio session from the ISS

Sultan Alneyadi interacts with students during first Ham radio session from the ISS

- AlNeyadi inspires and educates young participants with a glimpse into his life on the ISS

Dubai – UAE: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in collaboration with the Emirates Amateur Radio Society (EARS) and Emirates Literature Foundation (ELF) arranged the first ham radio session with astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi from the International Space Station (ISS). The event, held at MBRSC on Tuesday, is the first in a series of 10 ham radio sessions under the ‘A Call with Space’ event.

As part of the ELF in Space initiative, between MBRSC and Emirates Literature Foundation, which aims to bring space closer to the community, 25 students from various schools got the opportunity to connect with astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi. The radio communication between MBRSC and the ISS, was arranged in collaboration with EARS at the Centre’s Ground Station, as the ISS passed over the region.

Ham radio and ARISS

Ham radio, or amateur radio, is a popular hobby that enables communication between individuals, groups, and even remote regions, making it a valuable tool in emergencies. Using a broad spectrum of frequencies, ham radio enthusiasts have the ability to communicate with others locally, internationally and even in space. Since its inception in the early 20th century,