FINALLY - a voice contact with Mir!

["Chris Edmondson, VK3CE" <vk3ce@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Boy oh boy!!

After a VERY long time of trying, I have finally managed to work the
high-flying Australian cosmonaut, Dr Andy Thomas, VK5MIR, on voice. The
contact was at 0115 local (1515 UTC), or just under half an hour ago.

We spoke for quite a few minutes, and Andy said he was very busy, although
he hoped to spend a while longer at the mic tonight (ie NOW!).

It's possible that he may still be on the air as he comes over the
continental USA, so why not have a go?

I often connect to the PMS as Mir wanders by, to see what far-flung points
have connected, and how recently. What a mover!! I wasn't expecting a voice
contact, though, and I am really delighted.

Now, I've not bothered with QSL cards in the past, but I sure would like
one this time! How do I go about getting one?

Gee, what a thrill! What a buzz!!

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73 from Chris Edmondson, VK3CE,
Editor / Manager / Publisher,
Radio and Communications magazine,
Box 1 Yarra Road,
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