Latest Exam Results: April 16th, 2026
Last month, March, we had one candidate who arrived for testing. We had five volunteer examiners on hand. Our candidate was successful in passing the Technician exam and made a valiant attempt at the General test but was unsuccessful. He did say he would be back soon to make another attempt.
Many of our test takers will often attempt the next level test on the off chance that they might pass. It does happen and more than one would think. The advantage, even if they haven’t studied for the next level, is that they get a chance to see what type of questions they would be facing if they continued on. Many times they find that the questions aren’t as bad as they imagined which bolsters their confidence and we see them again in a short time.
For the Examiners, our rewards are seeing a candidate pass the test they came in for and the grins and excitement that they show on passing. That makes the entire process worth it for us. You don’t have to be a VE in order to come and observe the exam sessions. You do have to follow the rules for the session which are generally just being an observer and nothing more. You do get to see the end result which is the best part for all of us.
As I have mentioned before, we are considering taking only reservations for testing because of all the times we thought someone was coming in only to find that no one showed up. In addition, the upcoming requirements that all candidates register with the “Examtools” web site before taking any exams would basically mean we would have to require pre-registration for any future tests. This doesn’t have to be done until we get closer to the end of the year.
We may not have to require reservations like we have been contemplating. That is because we may be able to preprint the exams and have them on hand for the candidates. The registration through ExamTools may still be required but it should not be an impediment for us to continue conduction our exam sessions as we have for years. Everything is still electronically filed and that is not going to change as far as I know.
Our next test session will be on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, at 1pm. Walk in candidates are still welcome and we will have a staff of volunteer examiners on hand to facilitate the session.
Again, I want to personally thank each of our examiners for taking time out of their weekend to help administer the examinations. Volunteering your time and experience to help new applicants and those upgrading their current license is one of the great things I have seen Hams doing for our hobby. Again my thanks to each of you. We couldn’t do it without you!
If you are upgrading or coming for your first license we welcome you and look forward to being of service. Please call Peter, N7IY. His phone number is on the ARRL web site under “exam sessions”, if you are planning on testing.
If you are a General class, Advanced, or Extra class license holder you can become a Volunteer Examiner and receive accreditation from the ARRL by passing an open book exam. The service of providing examinations for aspiring Hams is very rewarding and well worth the effort. Nothing feels as good as seeing someone grinning as they are told they PASSED the test.
If you want to get your VE accreditation you can find out all about it here:https://www.arrl.org/become-an-arrl-ve , it is well worth it.
That’s it for this month. Thank you for checking in to see how “your” VE team is doing. I hope you will join us at a meeting or exam. Be well. See you on the air.
73, Bob AD7Z
Last Updated on April 16, 2026 by Bob, AD7Z
