APT (Automatic Picture Transmission) is a relatively older method of transmitting satellite photography. I’ve been attempting to catch a pass of the NOAA weather satellites for quite some time now, but feared that the radio interference of New York City would make it difficult without building some gear. My assumptions were correct… but not entirely.

I finally was able to get a clear pass during my lunch break today outside with the trusty VX-3R and a Nagoya NA-771 antenna. Much to my amazement, I was able to develop a picture that showed today’s exceptionally clear skies all the way into Canada.

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