Rules & Regulations

What is a requirement of all marine transmitting apparatus used aboard United States vessels?

Answer

Only equipment that has been certified by the FCC for Part 80 operations is authorized.

Marine transmitters aboard U.S. vessels must be certified by the FCC for Part 80 service; non-certified gear may not be used.

Source: FCC Element 1 question pool, 1A

Not the answer

  • Equipment must be type-accepted by the U.S. Coast Guard for maritime mobile use.
  • Certification is required by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
  • Programming of all maritime channels must be performed by a licensed Marine Radio Operator.

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