Re: [amsat-bb] Starshine, PCsat etc

["Bill Jones" <wejones@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> I agree - the recent launch of PCsat has similar concerns.  They have 
> published a "User Agreement" that intends to stipulate operating restrictions 
> on users around the world.  It directly contradicts IARU principals and the 
> spirit of the Amateur Satellite Service and imposes demands on users that 
> limit free experimentation. ......
>.....

I agree.  I was very excited about the PCsat concept until I saw 
that "agreement", which I think is an insult to all amateurs.   I 
understand what is behind the parameters in the "agreement", but I 
still think that it is inappropriate. 


 Bill Jones  N3JLQ  Sweden Maine   wejones@megalink.net                                          
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