General Info

American Radio Relay League is a nonprofit national membership association for amateur radio operators. The AARL exists to: promote interest in amateur radio communications and experimentation; represent radio amateurs in legislative matters; and maintain fraternalism and a high standard of conduct among amateur radio operators. The organization publishes the monthly journal, QST, as well as newsletters and many publications covering all aspects of amateur radio. Its headquarters station, W1AW, transmits bulletins of interest to radio amateurs and Morse code practice sessions. The ARRL also coordinates an extensive field organization, which includes volunteers who provide technical information for radio amateurs and public-service activities. AARL was founded in 1914 and has headquarters in Hartford, Conn.