According to the original report from Defence Web theprimary pay load is no longer usable.
Later in the news bulletin Rob Olivier from SunSpace says that “radio transmissions still operate, making it useful to radio operators around the world, including in the US, Europe and Australia” There could be hope for us yet! May be someone from Amsat-SA can clarify the status of the Ham Radio pay load. 73’s Mal – VK2MAL. _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb