JASRA & DXPortable to Host CQ DX iBOTA – Beaches On The Air Activation in Melaka
The Johor Amateur Radio Society (JASRA), in collaboration with DXPortable, is pleased to announce the ongoing CQ DX iBOTA – Beaches On The Air activation, currently taking place along the coastline of Melaka.
This relaxed and portable amateur radio activation aims to promote outdoor operations, DX communications, and on-air fellowship among amateur radio operators. Operating from a beachfront location offers excellent opportunities for coastal propagation while encouraging hands-on portable station setups.
Operations will be conducted intermittently throughout the activation period, subject to weather conditions, propagation, and operator availability.
📅 Event Details
Date: 6 January – 10 January 2026 (intermittent operations)
Location: Beachfront area beside Dewan MBMB, Taman Padang Temu Indah, Melaka
📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7Z4KBjg96yXZsdK8
Bands: All open and usable amateur radio bands
Modes: Phone (SSB), DMR, and Digital Modes
Club Callsign: 9M4CJS
👤 Operators & Activators
The iBOTA – Beaches On The Air activation features operators from JASRA, DXPortable, and invited guest operators, operating in full compliance with Malaysian amateur radio regulations.
JASRA Club Operators
Operating under the club callsign 9M4CJS
Local Portable Activators (Malaysia):
9W2FRP/P – Operating with own portable callsign
9W2USM/P – Operating with own portable callsign
9W2MMU/P – Operating with own portable callsign
International Guest Operator (Indonesia):
YC5YC – Licensed amateur radio operator from Indonesia
Operating using the JASRA club callsign 9M4CJS, as he is not yet permitted to operate his own callsign in Malaysia
Currently in the process of applying for a Malaysian Apparatus Assignment (AA)
His own Malaysian callsign is expected to be heard in future DXPortable activations once approval is granted
The participation of both local and international operators highlights the strong spirit of cooperation, learning, and regional friendship within the amateur radio community.
Amateur radio operators worldwide are invited to listen for and work 9M4CJS, 9W2FRP/P, 9W2USM/P, and 9W2MMU/P during the activation period.
