Question
Who may select a desired call sign under the vanity call sign rules?
Answer Options
- A) Only a licensed amateur with a General or Amateur Extra Class license
- B) Only a licensed amateur with an Amateur Extra Class license
- C) Only a licensed amateur who has been licensed continuously for more than 10 years
- D) Any licensed amateur
Correct Answer: D
Explanation
The FCC’s vanity call sign system allows any licensed amateur, regardless of license class or time licensed, to apply for a different call sign, provided it is available and meets certain formatting rules. There is no waiting period or minimum license class required to apply.
However, a Technician class licensee can only apply for a call sign format that is normally assigned to their class (2x3 format) or lower, even if they apply for a vanity call sign. Higher class operators have access to shorter, more desirable formats.
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