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Re: 2019 GPSL Repeater Info
Looking at the forecast soundings for the launch time, it appears we'll have a short chase generally to the east. The stratospheric winds have not yet turned easterly and are pretty light, and the tropospheric winds are expected to also be light and generally from the west or southwest. Trend is for cloudy skies, temps around 70, and some chance of rain. 73 de Mark N9XTN
On Thu, Jun 6, 2019 at 9:52 AM Mike, n0mpm <morgamp52@...> wrote: Here are some repeater options for Saturday flight tracking and recovery. Just to remind our EOSS team, a Wide Coverage repeater in Iowa usually means it's good for 25 to 30 miles radius!
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2019 GPSL Repeater Info
Mike, n0mpm
Here are some repeater options for Saturday flight tracking and recovery. Just to remind our EOSS team, a Wide Coverage repeater in Iowa usually means it's good for 25 to 30 miles radius!
mike
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2019 GPSL Pella Maps
Mike, n0mpm
It's pretty hard to get lost in Pella, but I am attaching some maps for a little help....
Looking forward to seeing everyone in ONE week! mike
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Re: NOMADS GFS file changing June 12th
Dale Wegner
You may want to check the overlay feature out before the launch. It did not work for us last Saturday. Attached is screen print of the error.
On Wed, Jun 5, 2019 at 9:15 PM Jerry via Groups.Io <jerrygable=yahoo.com@groups.io> wrote:
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Re: NOMADS GFS file changing June 12th
Thanks Mark - I've just cross posted to the UKHAS group. Steve G8KHW/AJ4XE
On 06/06/2019 04:38, Mark Conner N9XTN
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Re: NOMADS GFS file changing June 12th
The GFS model will undergo physics upgrades at that time. The output formats should remain the same, but the directory structure will apparently change as per the notice. Here's what a current URL looks like: I assume the tail end would change from 0600/ to 06/00/ on the 12th. The 0.5 deg and 1.0 deg files should still be available, as there are many users. Those pulling the data from the https server (and perhaps other NOAA model data servers) will have to change their pulls in a turnkey fashion during the 12Z cycle. I don't know if any of the HABHUB crew is on this email list or not. Hopefully someone can get word to a contact there. 73 de Mark N9XTN
On Wed, Jun 5, 2019 at 8:15 PM Jerry via Groups.Io <jerrygable=yahoo.com@groups.io> wrote:
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NOMADS GFS file changing June 12th
Jerry
Just to add some interest to the GPSL launch, it looks like the GFS forecast that everyone uses for prediction software is getting a major upgrade the Wednesday before. The announcement is shown below. I am a little confused on exactly what is happening to the existing files (0.5 and 1.0 degree) that most systems use. Since there is a new directory structure it would be nice if both systems could be up for a while but it doesn't sound like that is in the cards. The pessimist in me says we should all be prepared for none of the prediction software working Friday or Saturday. The best and most likely case is everyone will get the software converted over with a little down time on Wednesday. I plan on working on mine so it is ready but will be traveling on Wednesday so it might be interesting. If any of you have contacts at Hahhub or any of the other prediction systems it would be great to hear their plans. Mark Conner, if you have any insight it would be great to hear that as well. ----- Forwarded Message -----
From: NOMADS-FTPPRD list <ncep.list.nomads-ftpprd@...> To: _NCEP list.nomads-ftpprd <ncep.list.nomads-ftpprd@...> Sent: Tuesday, June 4, 2019, 10:04:23 AM MST Subject: [NCEP.list.NOMADS-ftpprd] Pending Upgrades & Announcements 06/04/19 Summary * GFS will have a major upgrade with the 12z cycle June 12. Starting with the 12z cycle June 12, GFS data will
move to the new directory structure of gfs.YYYYMMDD/CC/ from
gfs.YYYYMMDDCC/. Data will not be backfilled. * Grib filter for the parallel GFSv15 0.25 deg output is now on nomads.ncep.noaa.gov, listed at the bottom of the page. The script name is different to keep separate from current production, and will move back to the production names June 12. Please see below for changes and upgrades: GFS Version 15.1 (FV3) Upgrade Scheduled Implementation Date: June 12, 2019 Parallel data: NEW Parallel version of grib filter: SCN: https://www.weather.gov/media/notification/scn19-40gfs_v15_1.pdfHYSPLIT Upgrade Scheduled Implementation Date: June 12, 2019 Parallel data: SCN: https://www.weather.gov/media/notification/scn19-38hysplit_upgrade.pdfNAM and HiRes Changes Scheduled Implementation Date: June 12, 2019 Parallel data: SCN: https://www.weather.gov/media/notification/scn19-41nam_hiresw.pdfMarine Fog Product Replacement Scheduled Implementation Date: June 12, 2019 National Water Model Version 2.0 Upgrade Scheduled Implementation Date: June 19, 2019 Parallel Data: -- Anne Myckow Lead Dataflow AnalystNCEP.list.NOMADS-ftpprd mailing list NCEP.list.NOMADS-ftpprd@... https://www.lstsrv.ncep.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/ncep.list.nomads-ftpprd
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Re: 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
John Dinneen
Greetings, Mike,
Eileen and I will arrive Wednesday afternoon in Pella and look forward to coming to your home that evening. We will be there for all events, but Eileen may skip Thursday morning.
Staying at the Parsonage B&B two blocks south of Central Park and 3 blocks from Central College campus. They take pets, so Eileen can bring her new puppy for the trip!
Really looking forward to visiting Pella – and having Eileen with me for this one!
John F Dinneen KCØL Home: 469.362.1942 Cell: 214.797.3399
From: GPSL@groups.io <GPSL@groups.io> On Behalf Of Mike, n0mpm
Less than 2 weeks and counting! Wednesday: Hosted by Mike and Genelle Picnic at N0MPM’s House 1109 Fountain View Dr, Pella IA 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Thursday Tours: REQUIRED ATTIRE (both Tours): Long Pants/Slacks and NO Open Toe Shoes. No one will be allowed on the tours without required attire!!
Lely Inc Tour: Meet at Lely Parking Lot at 9:15AM Please Car Pool to Save on Parking 775 250 Avenue, Pella IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Continue to the east side of the Vermeer Manufacturing Complex. Turn left (north) about ¼ mile. Lely will be on the West side of 250th Ave.
Vermeer Tour: Meet at the Vermeer Parking Lot Building 4 at 1:15PM Please Car Pool 1210 Vermeer Road, Pella, IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Turn Left at Gate #4. We will meet in front of Building 4 and enter together.
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Re: Share a lift?
Bill Brown
Hi mike. I have a Skytacker configured as a battery powered unit i could fly on your bear. Less than two ounces since most of the weight are the bateries. -Bill
On Jun 2, 2019, at 10:30 PM, Michael Hojnowski <kd2eat@...> wrote:
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GPSL travel plans and road closures
GPSLers, I'm not sure how many of you this will affect, but be aware there are several Interstate road closures along the Missouri River now in western Iowa due to flooding. I-29 is closed both to the north and south of Omaha, along with several US and state highway bridges over the Missouri. The I-80 bridge is open and very unlikely to close though, so the EOSS caravan shouldn't have any issues. :) Unfortunately my work schedule and limited days off will prevent me from taking part in the Wed-Fri activities this year. However, I am planning to travel to Pella Friday night and help launch and chase on Saturday with both RF and internet gear. 73 de Mark N9XTN
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Re: Share a lift?
L. Paul Verhage KD4STH
I would be happy to be a backup tracker for you. The tracker is a StratoTrack and it weighs 9 oz. There are four cords to connect it to the payload string. It's KD4STH-3 and transmits APRS at 144.390. Thanks
On Sun, Jun 2, 2019, 9:30 PM Michael Hojnowski <kd2eat@...> wrote:
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Re: Share a lift?
Michael Hojnowski
Paul, I'd be happy to have a stowaway. If it's light enough, I could use it as a second tracker on my little "drop" payload that I'll be releasing between 90-95000 feet. Otherwise, I could stick it in one of my two payload boxes as a second backup. Either is fine with me. Mike / KD2EAT
On 6/2/2019 9:19 PM, L. Paul Verhage KD4STH wrote:
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Share a lift?
L. Paul Verhage KD4STH
I've got a third and light weight tracker that I'd like to see about sharing a balloon. If I can, that would be flight 195 for me. Does anyone have space on their balloon for an extra tracker? Thanks
On Sat, Jun 1, 2019, 9:08 AM Mike, n0mpm <morgamp52@...> wrote: Less than 2 weeks and counting!
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Re: 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
Zack Clobes W0ZC
We will be there for supper Thursday night, but won't be there in time for the tours. I hope everyone has fun! Zack
On Sat, Jun 1, 2019, 3:16 PM Chris Krengel via Groups.Io <kb0yrz=yahoo.com@groups.io> wrote:
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Re: 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
Chris Krengel
Not that I can speak for the others but I think eoss crew is planning to be there. Chris K Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S8+, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone
-------- Original message -------- From: "Mike, n0mpm" <morgamp52@...> Date: 6/1/19 9:08 AM (GMT-07:00) To: GPSL@groups.io Subject: [GPSL] 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info Please let me know if you are planning to attend the Wednesday evening Picnic and the Thursday Tours. Genelle doesn't want to run short on BBQ and Brats and I need to get an accurate count for the folks at Lely and Vermeer.(I have the numbers for EOSS folks already). Here is some info for those attending these early events....Please note the dress requirements for the tours!!!! Wednesday: Hosted by Mike and Genelle Picnic at N0MPM’s House 1109 Fountain View Dr, Pella IA 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Thursday Tours: REQUIRED ATTIRE (both Tours): Long Pants/Slacks and NO Open Toe Shoes. No one will be allowed on the tours without required attire!!
Lely Inc Tour: Meet at Lely Parking Lot at 9:15AM Please Car Pool to Save on Parking 775 250 Avenue, Pella IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Continue to the east side of the Vermeer Manufacturing Complex. Turn left (north) about ¼ mile. Lely will be on the West side of 250th Ave.
Vermeer Tour: Meet at the Vermeer Parking Lot Building 4 at 1:15PM Please Car Pool 1210 Vermeer Road, Pella, IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Turn Left at Gate #4. We will meet in front of Building 4 and enter together.
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Re: 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
L. Paul Verhage KD4STH
I won't get in until late on Thursday. So I won't be attending any of these. Thanks
On Sat, Jun 1, 2019, 9:08 AM Mike, n0mpm <morgamp52@...> wrote: Less than 2 weeks and counting!
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Re: 2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
Harry M
I plan on attending all. I will arrive in town late afternoon on Wednesday. Looking forward to seeing everybody again!
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2019 GPSL Picnic and Tour Info
Mike, n0mpm
Less than 2 weeks and counting!
Please let me know if you are planning to attend the Wednesday evening Picnic and the Thursday Tours. Genelle doesn't want to run short on BBQ and Brats and I need to get an accurate count for the folks at Lely and Vermeer.(I have the numbers for EOSS folks already). Here is some info for those attending these early events....Please note the dress requirements for the tours!!!! Wednesday: Hosted by Mike and Genelle Picnic at N0MPM’s House 1109 Fountain View Dr, Pella IA 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Thursday Tours: REQUIRED ATTIRE (both Tours): Long Pants/Slacks and NO Open Toe Shoes. No one will be allowed on the tours without required attire!!
Lely Inc Tour: Meet at Lely Parking Lot at 9:15AM Please Car Pool to Save on Parking 775 250 Avenue, Pella IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Continue to the east side of the Vermeer Manufacturing Complex. Turn left (north) about ¼ mile. Lely will be on the West side of 250th Ave.
Vermeer Tour: Meet at the Vermeer Parking Lot Building 4 at 1:15PM Please Car Pool 1210 Vermeer Road, Pella, IA Directions: From the Town Square, Go East on Washington St. Road will turn into Vermeer Rd. Turn Left at Gate #4. We will meet in front of Building 4 and enter together.
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Send your name to Mars
L. Paul Verhage KD4STH
NASA is collecting names to go with their 2020 Mars Rover. Here is a link for you, https://mars.nasa.gov/participate/send-your-name/mars2020/
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Flight Registration for GPSL 2019
Zack Clobes W0ZC
I've been updating the website with attendee and flight information. So far there's only a couple of flights listed. If you're wanting a timeslot on 144.39, it's time to get your request in as we'll have to get that firmed up here very quickly. Also, as a former GPSL organizer, PLEASE cut Mike some slack and get registered ASAP so he can get logistics ironed out. *hint hint*. See you in a few!!! Join us on Facebook for the latest information: Project: Traveler is a research project of Custom Digital Services, LLC.
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