RADARS pays tribute to David Cutter G3UNA as he steps down as Chairman
This year’s Annual General Meeting marked the end of an era for RADARS. Our Chairman for the last 26 years, David Cutter G3UNA, decided to stand down so that he could enjoy membership of the club from the proverbial “back benches”, allowing him more time with his family, hobbies and business.
David joined RADARS in 1996 having previously been a member at Scarborough Amateur Radio Society, and then, after having his arm twisted, he became Chairman in 1997. Since then, David has been the driving force behind RADARS in all its activities and he’s succeeded in keeping our hobby relevant in an age where mobile phones, the internet and readily available mass-produced commercial equipment has become the norm.
David’s tenure as Chairman wasn’t that of merely filling a role; it was a commitment to fostering personal fulfilment and knowledge-sharing among his fellow radio enthusiasts. Under his guidance, the club has blossomed into a tight-knit community where seasoned amateurs mentor newcomers, where ideas are exchanged, and where exploration of different areas of engineering thrives. He’s led by example, participating in or leading RAYNET exercises, DXpeditions, field days, construction projects and club rallies to name just a few.
Incoming Chairman, Rod Cooper G4TEW, said “David is an incredibly hard act to follow as he has given everything for this club. However long or short my time as Chairman is to be, I shall do my best to live up to the standards that David has delivered.”
In recognition of his service, David was made an Honorary Lifetime Member of RADARS, and, as a special thank you from the club, was presented with a professional Begali morse paddle in a beautiful presentation cabinet made by our own Stephen Spencer M7HFY.
