W3HCA/B Beacon Strengthens WHCAARC’s Technical Mission

The White House Communications Agency Amateur Radio Club has announced the continued operation and expansion of its official propagation beacon, W3HCA/B, a dedicated signal supporting training, technical development, and on‑air readiness for amateur radio operators across the country. The beacon reflects the club’s commitment to maintaining professional‑grade communications capabilities while promoting education and service within the amateur radio community.

Operating on a fixed frequency with a consistent identification cycle, the W3HCA/B Beacon provides a stable, predictable signal that operators can use for antenna testing, propagation monitoring, and equipment evaluation. Its reliability makes it a valuable tool for both new and experienced amateurs, offering a real‑world reference point for measuring band conditions, comparing antenna performance, and tracking daily and seasonal propagation changes.

For WHCAARC members, the beacon also serves as a practical training asset. It supports classroom instruction, field exercises, emergency readiness drills, and STEM outreach demonstrations by giving operators a dependable signal to practice tuning, signal reporting, and equipment configuration. This hands‑on capability reinforces the club’s broader mission of developing disciplined, technically proficient communicators.

The W3HCA/B Beacon is available to all amateur radio operators, and its presence on the airwaves underscores the club’s dedication to public service, technical excellence, and the preservation of WHCA’s communications heritage. As the club continues to expand its capabilities, the beacon will remain a central part of WHCAARC’s efforts to support the amateur radio community and strengthen operational readiness.