# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tactical Radio Operations
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Learn to use COTS handheld radios for real-world tactical comms: OPSEC, COMSEC, terrain, and command & control for all skill levels.About this EventIn a fast-moving situation, the team that can communicate wins. This workshop makes sure that team is yours. When the network goes down and the phones go dark, the operator with an inexpensive radio and the right knowledge owns the field. When communications fail, missions fail. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional thinking through the full threat landscape, a red team operator needing off-grid coordination, or a radio enthusiast who wants to put their hobby to practical use, understanding tactical radio operations can be the difference between effective action and complete breakdown. Most people assume that meaningful field communications require expensive, specialized equipment and years of training, but the reality is that a $30 handheld radio, used correctly, can be a powerful and reliable tool. This workshop strips away the complexity and gets you to functional competency fast, grounding you in the real-world principles that professionals use when the stakes are high and the timeline is short.Simple, inexpensive, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) handheld radios fill the gap for fast application during short-notice tactical situations. The Baofeng UV-5R is a good example of the radio type discussed. Discussions will include a foundational handheld radio walk-through, basic operations using voice capabilities, command and control techniques, terrain and weather factors, communications security (COMSEC) best practices, operations security (OPSEC) and intelligence/counterintelligence considerations. This workshop is designed for newcomers and those with some experience using any type of 2-way radio.The following topics will be covered:Familiarisation with common handheld radio functionsRF characteristics for those in a hurryOPSEC and COMSEC basicsFocus on FM voice (and why digital is avoided)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pittsburgh/tactical-radio-operations/100001986099818020
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Pittsburgh
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hackers Guild
- **lat**: 40.5124219
- **long**: -79.9980121
- **full address**: Hackers Guild, 2247 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Tactical Radio Operations being held?
  - **A:** Tactical Radio Operations takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Hackers Guild, 2247 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Tactical Radio Operations?
  - **A:** Tactical Radio Operations is organized by Hackers Guild PGH.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Tactical Radio Operations is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pittsburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Tactical Radio Operations sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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