JASRA & DXPortable to Host CQ DX iBOTA – Beaches On The Air Activation in Melaka

The Jalur Selatan Radio Amatur Malaysia  (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