Fcc part 97 rule book

This booklet contains the complete title 47 part 97 law that forms the basis of regulation for amateur radio. Appendix 1 to part 97 places where the amateur service is regulated by the fcc appendix 2 to part 97 vec regions authority. Below are some of the important points that are spelled out in reference to general rules that ham radio operators must follow. Complete part 97 from title 47 of the code of federal regulations kindle edition by federal communications commission. The fccs rules and regulations are located in title 47 of the code of federal regulations cfr. Jul 01, 2018 2018 fcc part 97 rule book a must have for every radio operator. An online version of the fcc rules is available at the gpo. April 5, 2019the fcc has opened for comment rm11831, a proposal for rule making that would do two things to the us amateur radio rules. Mail the completed application and other applicable information to the secretary and data base manager. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Complete part 97 from title 47 of the code of federal regulations at. The fcc calls this pecuniary interest, which includes any financial benefit for you or for your employer. So youre correct about how the delegation works, and with few exceptions, it doesnt. Part 97 rule book new updated fcc rules as of september 2008.

Select the purpose of filing and follow the instructions below. Changes in part 97 with regard to amateur radio service. The fcc s rules and regulations are located in title 47 of the code of federal regulations cfr. The fcc rule book a guide to the fcc regulations addeddate 20191108 18. Runs directly on cd media, compatible with win98, 2000, xp, vista, windows 7, 8, and 10. Part 97 amateur radio service the instructions that follow are for filing applications. The federal code of regulation cfr fcc part 15 is a common testing standard for most electronic equipment. The amateur radio service current as of february 2007 subpart ageneral provisions 97. Applicants for new frequencies will be required to provide a photocopy of the trustees amateur radio operators license, if the call sign of trustee does not appear in the fcc data base. The last half of the book contains the unexpurgated version of part 97. Part 95 ro fact sheetrb federal communications commission.

All questions, answers, and explanations of the answers are presented on screen. Fcc part 15 covers the regulations under which an intentional, unintentional, or incidental radiator that can be operated without an individual license. These are not established by acts of congress, theyre enabled by the act of congress that gives rulemaking power to the fcc. It is a part of title 47 of the code of federal regulations cfr. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. The rules and regulations in this part are designed to provide an amateur radio service having a fundamental purpose as expressed in the following principles. Assisting applicants in obtaining the various fccissued amateur and commercial radio operator licenses. Includes all amendments to part 97 through november 1, 1987. This is mostly a legacy of the 70s cb boom which overwhelmed the fcc with sheer numbers of new operators who committed literally thousands of major and minor violations daily, often thru sheer ignorance.

But like many important rules, there are a few exceptions. Fcc part 97 rule book amateur rules and regulations. The fcc released a report and order tuesday that makes a number of changes to part 97 rules governing the amateur service. B if your cb station will be constructed on land of environmental or historical importance such as a location significant in american history, architecture or culture, you may be required to provide information to comply with part 1. Updated fcc rules as of july 2016, printed version of the complete fcc part 97 rules and regulations. W5yi pt97 educational books, pt97 ham radio outlet. Changes in part 97 with regard to amateur radio service rules, 97. The fcc rules and regulations for the amateur radio service includes the complete text of the part 97 rules from title 47 of the fcc code of federal regulations effective february 23, 2007. Changes in part 97 with regard to amateur radio service rules. The reader is advised to consult the most current version of part 97 rules edocprinter pdf. Code of federal regulations, part 97 47 cfr part 97, but affectionately known as part. This would disallow narrowbandwidth arq modes of 500 hz or less from outside the specified 97.

There is no fee required for applications filed in the amateur radio service other than an application that requests an amateur station vanity call sign initial or change or an application to renew an amateur station vanity station. Part 97, officially called title 47 of the code of federal regulations, part 97 47 cfr part 97, is the body of rules which governs the amateur radio service. Subsequent to the issuance of the fccs order, the essence of prb1 was issued as a federal regulation. Dismissed without prejudice the petitions for rulemaking. Contains everything you need to pass the fcc nocode technician examination. You can even print out random generated sample exams each one always different. A person named in an amateur operatorprimary license station grant on the uls consolidated licensee database to be the control operator of an amateur station. The fcc rule book contains the latest fcc rules as published in part 97 along with explanations and interpretations. Additional information about the federal register is available at the national archives and records administration web site. One of the basic principles of amateur radio established by the fcc is that you cannot use it for monetary gain. An amateur station on or within 50 km of the earths surface may be under telecommand where. Includes gordos technician class manual, hamstudy software and fcc part 97 rule book. Printed version of the complete fcc part 97 rules and regulations. The amateur service, the amateursatellite service and the radio amateur civil emergency service.

The official rules are published and maintained by the government printing office gpo in the federal register. Be sure your are aware of the fcc rules effective december 15, 2006 and february 23,2007. Part 97 amateur radio part 97amateur radio service rules the electronic code of federal regulations ecfr is a regularly updated, editorial compilation of c. Amateur radio operator responsibilities and restrictions. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading fcc rules for amateur radio. It is a part of title 47 of the code of federal regulations cfr, and regulates everything from spurious emissions to unlicensed lowpower broadcasting. This is the printed version of the complete fcc part 97 amateur rules and regulations from title 47 of the code of federal regulations updated january 20.

To change it, the fcc only needs to follow its own rules about how regulations are made. Communication fcc rules and regulations part 95 citizens. Code of federal regulations, title 47, part 15 47 cfr 15 is an oftquoted part of federal communications commission fcc rules and regulations regarding unlicensed transmissions. Custom settings lets you focus the area of the pool you want or need to study. Rule waiver may be filed with fcc 601, fcc 603, fcc 608or fcc 609t fcc 159 paymentfee type code. Station in another fcc regulated service while providing. The newlyupdated fcc rules for amateur radio effective january 1, 2018. Complete part 97 from title 47 of the code of federal regulations. Fcc rules and regulations fcc rules and regulations for. This is the printed version of the complete fcc part 97 rules and regulations. Initial vanity license or renewal vanity license fcc 605 fcc 159 paymentfee type code. All ham radio regulations are listed in the code of federal regulations cfr, specifically part 97 of title 47. Station in another fccregulated service while providing. Fcc rules and regulations for the amateur radio service.

Complete with free fcc part 97 amateur service rule book at no extra charge. T2a11 editing pdfs on macs fcc rules regarding power levels used in the amateur bands state that an. What gives the owners and trustees the right to tell someone how to operate. This is mostly a legacy of the 70s cb boom which overwhelmed the fcc with sheer numbers of new operators who committed literally thousands of major. Because it is essential, as well as mandatory, that all radio amateur operators follow all the rules this book can be a valuable additions to any ham library. The electronic code of federal regulations ecfr is a regularly updated, editorial compilation of c. All current examination questions for a designated written examination element. An amateur operator designated by the licensee of a station to be responsible for the transmissions from that station to assure compliance with the fcc rules.

Part 97 of the fcc rules contains the rules and regulations governing. The 1989 rules were transcribed from the latest version of the arrls fcc rule book, 8th edition, which covered the may 11, 1989 revisions to part 97. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Nearly every electronics device sold inside the united states. Fcc regulations part 97 pdf federal communications. Appendix 1 to part 97places where the amateur service is regulated by the fcc appendix 2 to part 97vec regions authority. Contains all possible license exam questions, effective july 1, 2018 and valid until june 30, 2022. Among other things, the amendment of part 97 of the commissions rules governing the amateur radio services include additional voice privileges on 75 meters and makes 2 meter auxiliary operation legal in unattended modes. This edition also includes the fcc rules and you, an overview of the fcc rules and what they mean. Fcc rules and regulations part 95 citizens band radio service. New 2018 complete home study course with the 20182022 gordon west technician manual hamstudy software and fcc part 97 rule book. For the purpose of this part, a person who is licensed to practice in a place where the amateur service is regulated by the fcc, as either a doctor of medicine m. This guide includes the complete part 97 rules and regulations from title 47 of the code of federal regulations updated to january 20.