Celebrate World Amateur Radio Day: Mapping the Airwaves

April 10, 2026

In honor of World Amateur Radio Day on April 18, we are highlighting a favorite for enthusiasts and professionals: the NEW 2025 United States Frequency Allocations: The Radio Spectrum Poster. While digital media evolves, radio remains a uniquely reliable lifeline, reaching listeners where the internet cannot. Available through the Government Publishing Office (GPO) U.S. Government Bookstore, this best-selling poster is the definitive visual guide to our nation’s airwaves, transforming the invisible infrastructure of communication into a clear, color-coded map.

The poster utilizes color codes to illustrate the parts of the radio spectrum allocated to various types of radio services, including amateur (ham) radio, commercial radio, television broadcasting, radio navigation, mobile, satellite, and others.

Essential facts about the poster include:

  • Official & Current: The definitive 2025 US Radio Spectrum Frequency Allocations, crucial for regulatory adherence and operational planning.
  • Substantial Size: Measures 39″ x 27″ for optimal readability.
  • Premium Quality: Expertly printed using fade-resistant, premium archival inks on high-grade 100 lb. premium matte paper. This ensures vibrant colors, crisp detail, and long-term durability.
  • Proudly Made in the USA.
  • Display Ready: Unframed, offering flexibility for the buyer to customize their display.

For those who want to dive deeper into the rules of the road, the Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management also explains the “how” behind the map. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional, the Radio Spectrum Poster is the perfect way to appreciate the technology that keeps us connected.

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About the author: Blogger contributor Ed Kessler is a Promotions Specialist in GPO’s Publication and Information Sales program office.

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