Amateur ExtraE1B06
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?
A
Answer
Extra class rules and station restrictions
Type
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
Answer Notes
When erecting an antenna structure near a public use airport, aviation safety is a paramount concern. FCC Part 17 rules govern the construction, marking, and lighting of antenna structures. These rules require that you notify the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and register the structure with the FCC if it falls within certain glide path parameters or height restrictions.
The FAA conducts an aeronautical study to ensure the tower will not pose a hazard to aircraft. Distractors mentioning an Environmental Impact Statement (EPA) or a specific Part 119 airport zoning permit are incorrect, as the primary federal requirements revolve around FAA notification and FCC Part 17 registration.
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