Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Exploring Transportation, Technology, and the Hobby We Love
Planes, Trains & Automobiles is a weekly gathering for amateur radio operators who share a passion for transportation in all its forms. Whether your interests are in aviation, railroads, automobiles, motorcycles, boats, commercial transportation, or transportation history, this net provides a place to connect with fellow enthusiasts and share your experiences.
Hosted on the Milwaukee Repeater Club’s MRC91 Repeater, this friendly and informative net brings together operators from diverse backgrounds to discuss the machines, technologies, innovations, and adventures that keep the world moving.
Whether you’re a pilot, railfan, classic car collector, mechanic, transportation professional, or simply enjoy learning about how things work, you’ll find plenty of interesting conversation each week.
Topics We Discuss
Transportation plays an important role in our daily lives, and there is always something new to learn and discuss. Topics commonly include:
- General aviation and flight experiences
- Commercial and military aircraft
- Railroads and railroad history
- Passenger and freight rail operations
- Classic, antique, and modern automobiles
- Vehicle restoration projects
- Electric vehicles and emerging technologies
- Motorcycles and powersports
- Boating and marine transportation
- Road trips and travel adventures
- Transportation museums and historic equipment
- Mechanical projects and maintenance tips
- Transportation photography and spotting
- Industry news and technological developments
Transportation and Amateur Radio
Transportation and amateur radio have long gone hand in hand. Many operators enjoy mobile operation while traveling, portable stations during aviation and railroad events, and communications support for transportation-related activities.
The technologies that drive transportation systems often overlap with the technical interests that attract people to amateur radio, making this net a natural place to explore both hobbies.
Share Your Experience
One of the best parts of the net is hearing firsthand stories from fellow operators. Participants regularly share travel experiences, restoration projects, visits to museums and airshows, railroad excursions, automotive events, and technical knowledge gained through years of hands-on experience.
Whether you’re discussing your latest road trip, a favorite aircraft, a classic locomotive, or a project in the garage, your stories help make the net enjoyable for everyone.
Everyone Is Welcome
You do not need to be an expert to participate. The Planes, Trains & Automobiles Net welcomes operators with all levels of experience and interest.
Whether you’re a lifelong transportation enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, we invite you to check in and join the conversation.
Join the Conversation
Tune in, check in, and enjoy an evening of transportation talk with fellow amateur radio operators on the Milwaukee Repeater Club’s MRC91 repeater.
From the skies above to the rails below and the roads in between, there’s always something interesting to discuss.
Planes • Trains • Automobiles • Adventure • Amateur Radio
We look forward to hearing you on the net.