Technician 2026-2030T1C01

For which classes of amateur radio licenses does the FCC currently issue new licenses?

D
Answer
FCC rules, station licensing, and operator duties
Type
A
Novice, Technician, General, Amateur Extra
B
Technician, Technician Plus, General, Amateur Extra
C
Novice, Technician Plus, General, Advanced
D
Technician, General, Amateur Extra

Answer Notes

The amateur radio licensing structure in the United States has been simplified over the years to streamline the process. Currently, the FCC only issues three classes of new licenses: Technician (entry-level), General (intermediate), and Amateur Extra (highest level). In the past, the FCC issued other license classes such as Novice, Advanced, and Technician Plus. While individuals who already hold these legacy licenses may continue to renew them and operate under their associated privileges indefinitely, the FCC no longer grants new licenses for these phased-out classes. Therefore, any option listing Novice, Advanced, or Technician Plus is incorrect because it includes legacy classes that are closed to new applicants.
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