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Otis, NP4G
Team Leader, Desecheo DXpedition
Email: otispr@yahoo.com

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Historic Dxpedition to Desecheo Island Announced

KP5/NP3VI — Desecheo DXpedition

Desecheo Island, Puerto Rico — In collaboration with the Vieques Island Amateur Radio Club (NP3VI) and the Manyana DX Foundation, we are proud to announce a landmark Dxpedition to Desecheo Island (KP5), currently ranked as the 14th most wanted DXCC entity worldwide.

Located approximately 13 miles off the west coast of Puerto Rico, Desecheo Island has not been activated since 2009. This operation represents the first Puerto Rican–led Dxpedition to Desecheo in 48 years, following the historic KP4AM/D activation in 1978.

To ensure continuous, global on-air presence, two self-sustained Remote Deployable Units (RDUs) provided by the Manyana DX Foundation will be deployed on the island. These stations will operate 24 hours a day for 30 consecutive days, utilizing state-of-the-art remote operating infrastructure from Remote Ham Radio (RHR).

The primary mission of this Dxpedition is to provide an All-Time New One (ATNO) to as many amateur radio operators worldwide as possible. Operators from Puerto Rico and international locations will participate to maximize coverage, band availability, and global accessibility.

Dxpedition highlights include:
• 30 days of continuous operation
• Livestreaming and real-time activity updates via Club Log

For the latest news, photos, operational updates, and activation schedules, please visit our official website desecheo2026.com and follow us on Facebook.

73,
Otis, NP4G
Team Leader
KP5/NP3VI
Desecheo DXpedition

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Steve
  • Callsign: N2AJ
  • 2026-02-11 09:04:53
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Update Date/Time: February 10, 2026 23:00 UTC -DXPEDITION EXTENDED -ATNO DAY DXPEDITION EXTENDED: We are pleased to announce an extension of the Desecheo DXpedition 2026 until Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The original recovery date was Thursday, February 12, however deteriorating sea conditions have required us to delay equipment recovery until March 3. As a result, the DXpedition will remain on the air longer, providing additional opportunities for operators to work Desecheo Island for an All Time New One (ATNO), which remains our primary focus. During the extension period, we will continue to operate on the bands and modes that have proven most effective and productive. ————— ATNO DAY: We will be conducting an All Time New One Day for twelve hours, beginning Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 12:00 UTC and ending Monday, February 16, 2026 at 00:00 UTC. During this period, we will be focused on FT8 from 12:00–14:00 UTC, after which we will focus on SSB. Operation will be in the U.S. General portion of the bands. We respectfully ask operators who do not need KP5 Desecheo Island for an ATNO to please refrain from calling us during this period. This will help maximize opportunities for those who still need this rare entity in their log. ————— STATISTICS: Current statistics show 66,000+ QSOs, 14,771 unique callsigns, and 3,674 ATNOs. Breakdown by continent: NA 54.4% EU 34.5% AS 6.4% SA 3.2% OC 0.9% AF 0.6% ————— Please continue to monitor the Weekly Mode Schedule and livestream, as updates may occur based on real-time conditions. The Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Team sincerely thanks the amateur radio community worldwide for its continued interest and support of this first-ever, fully solar-powered rare-entity DXpedition. If you are enjoying this operation and would like to support future DXpeditions and the continued development of more effective Remote Deployment Units, donations may be made to the Manyana DX Foundation 73, Steve N2AJ Media Officer & Pilot Desecheo DXpedition 2026
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-11 08:30:14
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo Island (11/02/2026) DXpedition extended for 2 more weeks Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including QSO's at 02:00:33 11th February. Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 03:33:00 (UTC) on 11th February 2026. Next update will be 20:00:00+/- on the 11th.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-11 03:29:32
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 21090 now.
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-10 10:06:04
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo Island (09/02/2026) Last few days of activity! Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including QSO's at 16:01:00 9th February and Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 19:40:00 (UTC) on 9th February 2026.
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Bob
  • Callsign: KC2BBI
  • 2026-02-09 19:40:16
Are you planning anymore 20 meter SSB on 14.245 general class band area? I found them last night right before they went QRT after the half time show. That was the first time I ever found them on that frequency. I would love to get 20m SSB contact before the DXpedition ends.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-09 16:39:04
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 24922 now.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-08 23:27:56
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 18072 now.
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Steve
  • Callsign: N2AJ
  • 2026-02-08 14:05:02
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo Island News Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Update Date/Time: February 6, 2026 – 22:40 UTC Operation Progress Operations continue to progress steadily as we move into the final stretch of the DXpedition. As of this update, we have logged over 59,000 QSOs, with activity continuing at a strong pace. Based on current rates, we expect to cross the 60,000 QSO milestone by tomorrow morning, conditions permitting. Schedule Update & Test Results This morning we conducted a one-day test by shortening the morning QRT period from ending at 06:00 UTC to ending at 05:00 UTC, specifically to improve low-band opportunities for Eastern Europe and Scandinavia. Thanks to Martti OH2BH for his assistance during this test. Based on the results, this earlier QRT schedule will be incorporated into next week’s Weekly Mode Schedule. During this period, we will also be substituting FT8 for CW to help generate more ATNOs. In addition, we will be operating SSB at 00:00 UTC on 40m and 80m, as there is strong interest in SSB following substantial activity on CW and FT8. Current Statistics Snapshot Activity continues to be well distributed across regions and bands: • North America: ~57% of total QSOs • Europe: ~32% of total QSOs • Asia: ~6% • South America, Oceania & Africa: steady ongoing activity We have now logged over 13,600 unique callsigns. Award impact continues to be strong. Based on Club Log’s expedition impact statistics, we have delivered approximately 3,414 New DXCC credits (ATNOs) so far. We have also made confirmed contacts with 135 DXCC entities to date. High bands — particularly 10m — continue to perform exceptionally well and remain a major focus whenever propagation supports it. Operating Conditions Sunlight and weather remain the primary factors influencing operating time. With good sun, expect us to be on the air more. However, changing weather conditions may occasionally impact operating time, and adjustments will be made as needed. Please continue to monitor the Weekly Mode Schedule and livestream, as updates may occur based on real-time conditions. ⸻ The Desecheo DXpedition 2026 Team would like to sincerely thank all of you for your continued interest and support of this first-ever, fully solar-powered rare-entity DXpedition. If you are enjoying this operation and are interested in supporting future DXpeditions and the continued development of more effective Remote 73, Steve, N2AJ Media Officer & Pilot Desecheo DXpedition 2026
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-07 22:50:37
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 7080 now.
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-07 22:01:55
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo (07/02/2026) (2) Last weekend of activity! Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including 17:01:00 7th February and Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 18:50:00 (UTC) on 7th February 2026. Next update will be early on the 8th.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-06 18:00:03
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 24952 now.
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richard
  • Callsign: pd2sr
  • 2026-02-06 12:55:41
pse 10 meters
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-05 22:12:39
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo (05/02/2026) Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including 03:34:42 5th February and Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 04:11:00 (UTC) on 5th February 2026.
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-04 08:52:50
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including 02:34:00 4th February and Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 03:25:00 (UTC) on 4th February 2026.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-04 06:42:01
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 1836 now.
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Al
  • Callsign: 4L5A
  • 2026-02-04 00:08:08
KP5/NP3VI from Desecheo Island on 5353 now.
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Chrysanthos
  • Callsign: SV1HEP
  • 2026-02-03 10:00:49
If your interest was for the stations to be able to log one more 'new one,' you would stay on a band like 20m, for example, for 2-3 days continuously in the same mode, except for the hours when the system needs to be in QRT for charging. In this way, the station traffic would be smoothed out, and there would be an opportunity for more stations to make a long-desired contact with you. But you jump around here and there, thinking that you are doing the best. You are not. Good luck with your goal of 100k contacts.
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Charles
  • Callsign: M0OXO
  • 2026-02-02 23:18:47
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo News Updates to the Log on M0OXO OQRS, Clublog, & LOTW have been made up to and including 09:06:00 2nd February and Busted/Missing Call enquiries are up to date as of 19:23:21 (UTC) on 2nd February 2026.
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Team
  • Callsign: KP5/NP3VI
  • 2026-02-02 19:00:55
KP5/NP3VI Desecheo News At this time local weather is being affected by a cold front that is bringing rain and clouds to Desecheo during since yesterday. In order to preserve energy, expect extended QRT times while we are under this weather conditions. Once we get clear skies and better sun, we will resume operations Thank you for understanding
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Alexey
  • Callsign: RA9LY
  • 2026-02-02 14:06:20
I worked with you CW at 20 meters, you accepted me as RU9LY. My Call RA9LY. TNX.