APRS

APRS Resources and Links

A curated collection of APRS resources, tools, and references.

📡 Official APRS Resources

Primary Sites

  • APRS.org - Bob Bruninga's official APRS website
  • APRS.fi - Global APRS tracking and mapping
  • APRS-IS - Internet service documentation
  • TAPR - Tucson Amateur Packet Radio

Documentation

🛠️ Software Tools

Desktop Applications

Windows

  • APRSISCE/32 - Full-featured Windows client
  • UI-View32 - Classic APRS software (legacy)
  • YAAC - Yet Another APRS Client (Java)
  • Xastir - Cross-platform (via Cygwin)

macOS

  • YAAC - Java-based, works on Mac
  • Xastir - Native macOS support
  • APRSPoint - Mac-specific client

Linux

  • Xastir - Primary Linux APRS client
  • YAAC - Java cross-platform
  • Dire Wolf - Software TNC + APRS

Mobile Applications

Android

iOS

Web-Based Tools

🔧 Hardware and TNCs

Software TNCs

  • Dire Wolf - Excellent software TNC

    • Better performance than hardware TNCs
    • Supports Raspberry Pi
    • Free and open-source

  • UZ7HO SoundModem - Windows sound card TNC

Hardware TNCs

Modern TNCs

  • Mobilinkd TNC3 - Bluetooth TNC

    • Wireless connection to smartphone
    • ~$80-100

  • TNC-X - Kit-based TNC

    • DIY assembly
    • ~$60 kit

  • Argent Data OT3m - Micro tracker

    • Tiny form factor
    • GPS integrated

Classic TNCs

  • Kantronics KPC-3+ - Industry standard
  • MFJ-1270 - Popular multi-mode TNC
  • Timewave PK-232 - Multi-mode controller

📻 APRS-Capable Radios

Mobile Radios

Handheld Radios

Dedicated Trackers

🌍 Online Services

Tracking and Mapping

Weather Networks

Message Services

📖 Learning Resources

Tutorials and Guides

Video Tutorials

YouTube Channels

Books

  • "APRS Tracks, Maps and Mobiles" by Stan Horzepa, WA1LOU

    • ISBN: 978-0872599116

  • "The APRS Handbook" by Mark Sproul, KB2ICI

    • Comprehensive APRS guide

  • "ARRL Handbook" - Annual publication

    • APRS chapter included

Online Courses

💬 Communities and Forums

Mailing Lists

Social Media

Facebook Groups

  • APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) - 15k+ members
  • APRS Users Group - Active discussions
  • Raspberry Pi APRS - Pi-specific projects
  • APRS Weather Stations - Weather enthusiasts

Reddit

Forums

🔬 Development Resources

Source Code Repositories

Libraries and APIs

Protocol Specifications

🛰️ Special APRS Applications

Space Communications

Marine APRS

Aviation APRS

🏁 Events and Nets

Regular Events

  • ARRL Field Day - Annual emergency communications exercise
  • Hamvention - Largest ham radio convention (Dayton, OH)
  • Maker Faire - APRS demonstrations worldwide

APRS Nets

Check local repeater directories for APRS nets in your area:

  • Weekly technical discussions
  • Emergency preparedness drills
  • Regional coordination

📊 Statistics and Analysis

🆘 Emergency Communications

ARES/RACES Resources

  • ARRL ARES - Amateur Radio Emergency Service
  • RACES - Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service
  • EmComm - Emergency communications

Emergency Networks

🔐 Licensing Resources

USA

International

🛍️ Equipment Vendors

Major Retailers

Online Marketplaces

International Vendors

📡 Repeater and Frequency Resources

🏆 Awards and Achievements

🤝 Contributing to This List

Have a resource to add? Feel free to:

  1. Open an issue on GitHub
  2. Submit a pull request
  3. Contact the maintainers

Last Updated: December 2025
Maintained by: APRS Community Contributors