Question
What is the maximum height above ground for an antenna structure not near a public use airport without requiring notification to the FAA and registration with the FCC?
Answer Options
- A) 50 feet
- B) 100 feet
- C) 200 feet
- D) 250 feet
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the FCC work together to regulate the maximum height of antenna structures to ensure aviation safety. For antenna structures not near a public use airport, the maximum height an amateur can build without having to notify the FAA and register with the FCC is 200 feet above ground level. This requirement is specified in FCC Rule \S 97.15(\text{a}).
If a structure exceeds 200 feet, or is built close to an airport, a full FAA study and clearance, followed by registration with the FCC, is required before construction can begin. This regulation provides a balance between an amateur’s ability to erect effective antennas and the government’s responsibility to protect navigable airspace.
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