Question
Which of the following additional rules apply if you are erecting an amateur station antenna structure at a site at or near a public use airport?
Answer Options
- A) You may have to notify the Federal Aviation Administration and register it with the FCC as required by Part 17 of the FCC rules
- B) You may have to enter the height above ground in meters, and the latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes, and seconds on the FAA website
- C) You must file an Environmental Impact Statement with the EPA before construction begins
- D) You must obtain a construction permit from the airport zoning authority per Part 119 of the FAA regulations
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
When constructing an antenna structure, especially at or near an airport, public safety is a primary concern. The FCC, through its Part 17 rules, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have regulations designed to protect air navigation. An antenna structure must be reported and registered if it exceeds a certain height (usually 200 feet above ground level) or if it is near an airport and penetrates an established imaginary surface designed to protect aircraft operations.
Therefore, anyone erecting an antenna structure near a public-use airport must check the height and location requirements and may need to file for notification with the FAA and register the structure with the FCC. This ensures that the structure poses no hazard to air traffic and that all necessary height and lighting regulations are followed for aviation safety.
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