Do ham radio operators still use Morse code?

Amateur radio operators still use Morse Code, as do a few other government services, such as aviation beacons, etc.

When did FCC remove Morse code requirement?

February 23, 2007
On February 23, 2007, the FCC eliminated the Morse Code requirement for all US issued amateur licenses. Technician Class licensees gained CW operating privileges in the ‘Novice Bands’ HF bands.

When was Morse code eliminated?

In 1991 the code requirement was eliminated for the Technician class, in 2000 it was reduced to 5wpm for all classes that still required code and in 2007 the code requirement was eliminated entirely. Whatever your reason for learning Morse code now, we have some links on this page that will help you.

How do I get my amateur radio license in Canada?

The only way to get your Canadian Amateur Radio Operator Certificate is to successfully complete the Canadian basic amateur qualification examination with a mark of 70\% or greater.

Why do you need a license for ham radio?

A ham radio license allows you to communicate over long distances without the internet or cell towers. All you need is a battery, a radio, and a little knowledge and you can communicate across the country or the world without depending on big tech companies, internet access and infrastructure.

Do I need to learn Morse code to get a radio licence?

UK radio amateurs haven’t had to learn Morse code to obtain their licence since July 2003. Until that date the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) required an assessment of Morse code proficiency to be part of the global amateur radio licensing procedure.

Is Morse code a requirement for Ham licensing?

Is Morse code a requirement for ham licensing? As I recall, it used to be in the U.S. that the ability to read and send Morse code over CW was a requirement for an amateur license (and was tested, I believe). Is that still true in the U.S.?

Is Morse code still relevant today?

However, since then Morse code has become an optional element in amateur radio practice, and many countries have now removed the compulsory Morse component from their amateur radio licence requirements. But that doesn’t mean that it isn’t just as relevant nowadays.

How do I become a Canadian Morse code operator?

In Canada, CW Morse code skills is not required, but you may elect to seek a CW exam, which confers the same honors now as the “With Honors Basic” qualification, to grant the same priveleges as you would obtain if you simply passed the Honors qualification with 80\% or more.