What is an FCC license used for?

What is an FCC license used for?

Radio Service Code(s) FCC rules require that licensees of ship and aircraft stations permit only persons holding the appropriate FCC-issued commercial operator license to perform specified transmitter operation, maintenance and repair duties.

Who works at the FCC?

The FCC is directed by five commissioners appointed by the president of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate for five-year terms, except when filling an unexpired term. The U.S. president designates one of the commissioners to serve as chairman.

What can you do with GROL?

The General Radiotelephone Operators License (GROL) allows holders to maintain and repair aviation, marine and fixed radios. Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator or Maintainer licenses cater to professionals dealing with international GMDSS systems.

How long is a FCC license good for?

License Expirations FCC licenses are typically good for 10 years. Each license has an expiration date on it. If you have an expiration coming up within the next few months, let us know and we will take care of the paperwork.

How hard is the FCC GROL test?

“The test is very rigorous.” “Study as much as you can, elements 1 and 3 are almost 100 questions.” “In 2020, the knowledge to pass this test is still relevant even though not legally required unless repairing aeronautical or ships radar gear.”

Does an FCC license expire?

If your license expires, you may apply for renewal of the license for another term during a two-year filing grace period. The application document must be received by the FCC on or before the end of the grace period.

How much is an FCC radio license?

According to the FCC Report and Order released December 29, 2020, Amateur Radio license fees will now cost $35. This same fee will apply to new licenses, renewal licenses, and vanity call signs.

How much is a GMRS FCC license?

The cost of a GMRS license will decrease from $70 to only $35. The licenses for both services are valid for 10 years. When we first reported the FCC approval of the new ham and GMRS license fees back in December, there was no official date set for their implementation.

Does your call sign change when you upgrade to general?

There is no systematic callsign change available when upgrading to General from Tech because they both use the same format.

How long does it take for FCC to issue a call sign?

18 days

Can I get my old ham call sign back?

After you get your license, you can request _any_ unused valid call sign that you are eligible for, as a ‘vanity’ call sign. Your old call sign appears to be unused, so that means you can simply get a new license, and then request it as a vanity call sign.

How do you pick a call sign?

When choosing a callsign you need to consider the group in which they fall into. There are four groups based on authorized license class. These groups determine the number of prefix and suffix letters. After earning your first technician license, most hams receive a 2×3 callsign.

What does a call sign mean?

: the combination of identifying letters, letters and numbers, or words assigned to an operator, office, activity, vehicle, or station for use in communication (as in the address of a message sent by radio)

How do I know if I need an FCC license?

You can also request them through the FCC forms hotline by calling 1-800-418-FORM. For questions on determining your radio frequency or to find out if you need an FCC license to operate your radio, please call Motorola Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686.

How do I study for an FCC license?

Before the FCC Exam

1. Preparation. Study, study, study! See a list of FCC exam study guides available from Amazon.com.
2. Choose your testing method: Online Examination.
3. Register with iNARTE.
4. Pay the examination fee(s).
5. Take your FCC examination.