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INTERNATIONAL FOOTNOTES services to which the bands above 8.3 kHz are
allocated. (WRC–12)
5.53 Administrations authorizing the use

5.54 Administrations conducting sci-
of frequencies below 8.3 kHz shall ensure
that no harmful interference is caused to entific research using frequencies below 8.3
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kHz are urged to advise other administra- and maritime mobile services is on a pri-
tions that may be concerned in order that mary basis (see No. 5.33).
such research may be afforded all practicable 5.60 In the bands 70–90 kHz (70–86 kHz in
protection from harmful interference. (WRC– Region 1) and 110–130 kHz (112–130 kHz in Re-
12) gion 1), pulsed radionavigation systems may
5.54A Use of the 8.3–11.3 kHz frequency be used on condition that they do not cause
band by stations in the meteorological aids harmful interference to other services to
service is limited to passive use only. In the which these bands are allocated.
band 9–11.3 kHz, meteorological aids stations 5.61 In Region 2, the establishment and
shall not claim protection from stations of operation of stations in the maritime radio-
the radionavigation service submitted for navigation service in the bands 70–90 kHz and
notification to the Bureau prior to 1 January 110–130 kHz shall be subject to agreement ob-
2013. For sharing between stations of the me- tained under No. 9.21 with administrations
teorological aids service and stations in the whose services, operating in accordance with
radionavigation service submitted for notifi- the Table, may be affected. However, sta-
cation after this date, the most recent tions of the fixed, maritime mobile and
version of Recommendation ITU–R RS.1881 radiolocation services shall not cause harm-
should be applied. (WRC–12) ful interference to stations in the maritime
5.54B Additional allocation: In Algeria, radionavigation service established under
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, the United such agreements.
Arab Emirates, the Russian Federation, Iran 5.62 Administrations which operate sta-
(Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, tions in the radionavigation service in the
Morocco, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic, band 90–110 kHz are urged to coordinate tech-
Sudan and Tunisia, the frequency band 8.3–9 nical and operating characteristics in such a
kHz is also allocated to the radionavigation, way as to avoid harmful interference to the
fixed and mobile services on a primary basis. services provided by these stations.
(WRC–15) 5.64 Only classes A1A or F1B, A2C, A3C,
5.54C Additional allocation: In China, the F1C or F3C emissions are authorized for sta-
frequency band 8.3–9 kHz is also allocated to tions of the fixed service in the bands allo-
the maritime radionavigation and maritime cated to this service between 90 kHz and 160
mobile services on a primary basis. (WRC–12) kHz (148.5 kHz in Region 1) and for stations
5.55 Additional allocation: In Armenia, the of the maritime mobile service in the bands
Russian Federation, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, allocated to this service between 110 kHz and
Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, the frequency 160 kHz (148.5 kHz in Region 1). Exception-
band 14–17 kHz is also allocated to the radio- ally, class J2B or J7B emissions are also au-
navigation service on a primary basis. (WRC– thorized in the bands between 110 kHz and
15) 160 kHz (148.5 kHz in Region 1) for stations of
5.56 The stations of services to which the the maritime mobile service.
bands 14–19.95 kHz and 20.05–70 kHz and in 5.65 Different category of service: in Ban-
Region 1 also the bands 72–84 kHz and 86–90 gladesh, the allocation of the bands 112–117.6
kHz are allocated may transmit standard kHz and 126–129 kHz to the fixed and mari-
frequency and time signals. Such stations time mobile services is on a primary basis
shall be afforded protection from harmful in- (see No. 5.33).
terference. In Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, 5.66 Different category of service: in Ger-
the Russian Federation, Georgia, many, the allocation of the band 115–117.6
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and kHz to the fixed and maritime mobile serv-
Turkmenistan, the frequencies 25 kHz and 50 ices is on a primary basis (see No. 5.33) and to
kHz will be used for this purpose under the the radionavigation service on a secondary
same conditions. (WRC–12) basis (see No. 5.32).
5.57 The use of the bands 14–19.95 kHz, 5.67 Additional allocation: in Mongolia,
20.05–70 kHz and 70–90 kHz (72–84 kHz and 86– Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, the band 130–
90 kHz in Region 1) by the maritime mobile 148.5 kHz is also allocated to the radio-
service is limited to coast radiotelegraph navigation service on a secondary basis.
stations (A1A and F1B only). Exceptionally, Within and between these countries this
the use of class J2B or J7B emissions is au- service shall have an equal right to operate.
thorized subject to the necessary bandwidth (WRC–07)
not exceeding that normally used for class 5.67A Stations in the amateur service
A1A or F1B emissions in the band concerned. using frequencies in the band 135.7–137.8 kHz
5.58 Additional allocation: in Armenia, shall not exceed a maximum radiated power
Azerbaijan, the Russian Federation, Georgia, of 1 W (e.i.r.p.) and shall not cause harmful
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and interference to stations of the radio-
Turkmenistan, the band 67–70 kHz is also al- navigation service operating in countries
located to the radionavigation service on a listed in No. 5.67. (WRC–07)
primary basis. 5.67B The use of the band 135.7–137.8 kHz
5.59 Different category of service: in Ban- in Algeria, Egypt, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
gladesh and Pakistan, the allocation of the Iraq, Lebanon, Syrian Arab Republic, Sudan,
bands 70–72 kHz and 84–86 kHz to the fixed South Sudan and Tunisia is limited to the
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fixed and maritime mobile services. The the aeronautical radionavigation service is
amateur service shall not be used in the on a primary basis. In Armenia, Azerbaijan,
above-mentioned countries in the band 135.7– Belarus, the Russian Federation,
137.8 kHz, and this should be taken into ac- Kazakhstan, Latvia, Uzbekistan and
count by the countries authorizing such use. Kyrgyzstan, the allocation of the frequency
(WRC–12) band 435–495 kHz to the aeronautical radio-
5.68 Alternative allocation: In Congo (Rep. navigation service is on a primary basis. Ad-
of the), the Dem. Rep. of the Congo and ministrations in all the aforementioned
South Africa, the frequency band 160–200 kHz countries shall take all practical steps nec-
is allocated to the fixed service on a primary essary to ensure that aeronautical radio-
basis. (WRC–15) navigation stations in the frequency band
5.69 Additional allocation: in Somalia, the 435–495 kHz do not cause interference to re-
band 200–255 kHz is also allocated to the ception by coast stations of transmissions
aeronautical radionavigation service on a from ship stations on frequencies designated
primary basis. for ship stations on a worldwide basis. (WRC–
5.70 Alternative allocation: In Angola, Bot- 12)
swana, Burundi, the Central African Rep., 5.78 Different category of service: in Cuba,
Congo (Rep. of the), Ethiopia, Kenya, Leso- the United States of America and Mexico,
tho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Na- the allocation of the band 415–435 kHz to the
mibia, Nigeria, Oman, the Dem. Rep. of the aeronautical radionavigation service is on a
Congo, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, primary basis.
Chad, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the band 200– 5.79 The use of the bands 415–495 kHz and
283.5 kHz is allocated to the aeronautical 505–526.5 kHz (505–510 kHz in Region 2) by the
radionavigation service on a primary basis. maritime mobile service is limited to radio-
(WRC–12) telegraphy.
5.71 Alternative allocation: in Tunisia, the 5.79A When establishing coast stations in
band 255–283.5 kHz is allocated to the broad- the NAVTEX service on the frequencies 490
casting service on a primary basis. kHz, 518 kHz and 4209.5 kHz, administrations
5.73 The band 285–325 kHz (283.5–325 kHz in are strongly recommended to coordinate the
Region 1) in the maritime radionavigation operating characteristics in accordance with
service may be used to transmit supple- the procedures of the International Maritime
mentary navigational information using nar- Organization (IMO) (see Resolution 339
row-band techniques, on condition that no (Rev.WRC–07)). (WRC–07)
harmful interference is caused to radio- 5.80 In Region 2, the use of the band 435–
beacon stations operating in the radio- 495 kHz by the aeronautical radionavigation
navigation service. service is limited to non-directional beacons
5.74 Additional Allocation: in Region 1, the not employing voice transmission.
frequency band 285.3–285.7 kHz is also allo- 5.80A The maximum equivalent
cated to the maritime radionavigation serv- isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) of sta-
ice (other than radiobeacons) on a primary tions in the amateur service using fre-
basis. quencies in the band 472–479 kHz shall not ex-
5.75 Different category of service: in Arme- ceed 1 W. Administrations may increase this
nia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federa- limit of e.i.r.p. to 5 W in portions of their
tion, Georgia, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, territory which are at a distance of over 800
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and the km from the borders of Algeria, Saudi Ara-
Black Sea areas of Romania, the allocation bia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, China,
of the band 315–325 kHz to the maritime Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, United Arab
radionavigation service is on a primary basis Emirates, the Russian Federation, Iran (Is-
under the condition that in the Baltic Sea lamic Republic of), Iraq, Jordan,
area, the assignment of frequencies in this Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mo-
band to new stations in the maritime or rocco, Mauritania, Oman, Uzbekistan, Qatar,
aeronautical radionavigation services shall Syrian Arab Republic, Kyrgyzstan, Somalia,
be subject to prior consultation between the Sudan, Tunisia, Ukraine and Yemen. In this
administrations concerned. (WRC–07) frequency band, stations in the amateur
5.76 The frequency 410 kHz is designated service shall not cause harmful interference
for radio direction-finding in the maritime to, or claim protection from, stations of the
radionavigation service. The other radio- aeronautical radionavigation service. (WRC–
navigation services to which the band 405–415 12)
kHz is allocated shall not cause harmful in- 5.80B The use of the frequency band 472–
terference to radio direction-finding in the 479 kHz in Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan,
band 406.5–413.5 kHz. Bahrain, Belarus, China, Comoros, Djibouti,
5.77 Different category of service: In Aus- Egypt, United Arab Emirates, the Russian
tralia, China, the French overseas commu- Federation, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Ku-
nities of Region 3, Korea (Rep. of), India, wait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Oman,
Iran (Islamic Republic of), Japan, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Qatar, Syrian Arab Republic,
Papua New Guinea and Sri Lanka, the allo- Kyrgyzstan, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia and
cation of the frequency band 415–495 kHz to Yemen is limited to the maritime mobile
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The amateur service shall not be used in the service on a secondary basis.
above-mentioned countries in this frequency 5.92 Some countries of Region 1 use radio-
band, and this should be taken into account determination systems in the bands 1606.5–
by the countries authorizing such use. 1625 kHz, 1635–1800 kHz, 1850–2160 kHz, 2194–
(WRC–12) 2300 kHz, 2502–2850 kHz and 3500–3800 kHz,
5.82 In the maritime mobile service, the subject to agreement obtained under No.
frequency 490 kHz is to be used exclusively 9.21. The radiated mean power of these sta-
for the transmission by coast stations of tions shall not exceed 50 W.
navigational and meteorological warnings 5.93 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
and urgent information to ships, by means of Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation,
narrow-band direct-printing telegraphy. The Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lith-
conditions for use of the frequency 490 kHz uania, Mongolia, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, Po-
are prescribed in Articles 31 and 52. In using land, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, Tajikistan,
the frequency band 415–495 kHz for the aero- Chad, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the fre-
nautical radionavigation service, adminis- quency bands 1625–1635 kHz, 1800–1810 kHz
trations are requested to ensure that no and 2160–2170 kHz are also allocated to the
harmful interference is caused to the fre- fixed and land mobile services on a primary
quency 490 kHz. In using the frequency band basis, subject to agreement obtained under
472–479 kHz for the amateur service, adminis- No. 9.21. (WRC–15)
trations shall ensure that no harmful inter- 5.96 In Germany, Armenia, Austria, Azer-
ference is caused to the frequency 490 kHz. baijan, Belarus, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia,
(WRC–12) the Russian Federation, Finland, Georgia,
5.84 The conditions for the use of the fre- Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Israel,
quency 518 kHz by the maritime mobile serv- Kazakhstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lith-
ice are prescribed in Articles 31 and 52. uania, Malta, Moldova, Norway, Uzbekistan,
(WRC–07) Poland, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, the Czech
5.86 In Region 2, in the band 525–535 kHz Rep., the United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzer-
the carrier power of broadcasting stations land, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine,
shall not exceed 1 kW during the day and 250 administrations may allocate up to 200 kHz
W at night. to their amateur service in the frequency
5.87 Additional allocation: In Angola, Bot- bands 1715–1800 kHz and 1850–2000 kHz. How-
swana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Na- ever, when allocating the frequency bands
mibia, Niger and Swaziland, the band 526.5– within this range to their amateur service,
535 kHz is also allocated to the mobile serv- administrations shall, after prior consulta-
ice on a secondary basis. (WRC–12) tion with administrations of neighbouring
5.87A Additional allocation: in Uzbekistan, countries, take such steps as may be nec-
the band 526.5–1606.5 kHz is also allocated to essary to prevent harmful interference from
the radionavigation service on a primary their amateur service to the fixed and mo-
basis. Such use is subject to agreement ob- bile services of other countries. The mean
tained under No. 9.21 with administrations power of any amateur station shall not ex-
concerned and limited to ground-based ceed 10 W. (WRC–15)
radiobeacons in operation on 27 October 1997 5.97 In Region 3, the Loran system oper-
until the end of their lifetime. ates either on 1850 kHz or 1950 kHz, the bands
5.88 Additional allocation: in China, the occupied being 1825–1875 kHz and 1925–1975
band 526.5–535 kHz is also allocated to the kHz respectively. Other services to which the
aeronautical radionavigation service on a band 1800–2000 kHz is allocated may use any
secondary basis. frequency therein on condition that no
5.89 In Region 2, the use of the band 1605– harmful interference is caused to the Loran
1705 kHz by stations of the broadcasting system operating on 1850 kHz or 1950 kHz.
service is subject to the Plan established by 5.98 Alternative allocation: In Armenia,
the Regional Administrative Radio Con- Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Cameroon,
ference (Rio de Janeiro, 1988). Congo (Rep. of the), Denmark, Egypt, Eri-
The examination of frequency assignments trea, Spain, Ethiopia, the Russian Federa-
to stations of the fixed and mobile services tion, Georgia, Greece, Italy, Kazakhstan,
in the band 1625–1705 kHz shall take account Lebanon, Lithuania, the Syrian Arab Repub-
of the allotments appearing in the Plan es- lic, Kyrgyzstan, Somalia, Tajikistan, Tuni-
tablished by the Regional Administrative sia, Turkmenistan and Turkey, the fre-
Radio Conference (Rio de Janeiro, 1988). quency band 1810–1830 kHz is allocated to the
5.90 In the band 1605–1705 kHz, in cases fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo-
where a broadcasting station of Region 2 is bile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–15)
concerned, the service area of the maritime 5.99 Additional allocation: In Saudi Arabia,
mobile stations in Region 1 shall be limited Austria, Iraq, Libya, Uzbekistan, Slovakia,
to that provided by ground-wave propaga- Romania, Slovenia, Chad, and Togo, the
tion. band 1810–1830 kHz is also allocated to the

5.91 Additional allocation: in the Phil- fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo-
ippines and Sri Lanka, the band 1606.5–1705 bile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–12)
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5.100 In Region 1, the authorization to use 5.110 The frequencies 2174.5 kHz, 4177.5
the band 1810–1830 kHz by the amateur serv- kHz, 6268 kHz, 8376.5 kHz, 12520 kHz and 16695
ice in countries situated totally or partially kHz are international distress frequencies
north of 40° N shall be given only after con- for narrow-band direct-printing telegraphy.
sultation with the countries mentioned in The conditions for the use of these fre-
Nos. 5.98 and 5.99 to define the necessary quencies are prescribed in Article 31.
steps to be taken to prevent harmful inter- 5.111 The carrier frequencies 2182 kHz,
ference between amateur stations and sta- 3023 kHz, 5680 kHz, 8364 kHz and the fre-
tions of other services operating in accord- quencies 121.5 MHz, 156.525 MHz, 156.8 MHz
ance with Nos. 5.98 and 5.99. and 243 MHz may also be used, in accordance
5.102 Alternative allocation: In Bolivia, with the procedures in force for terrestrial
Chile, Paraguay and Peru, the frequency radiocommunication services, for search and
band 1850–2000 kHz is allocated to the fixed, rescue operations concerning manned space
mobile except aeronautical mobile, radio- vehicles. The conditions for the use of the
location and radionavigation services on a frequencies are prescribed in Article 31.
primary basis. (WRC–15) The same applies to the frequencies 10003
5.103 In Region 1, in making assignments kHz, 14993 kHz and 19993 kHz, but in each of
to stations in the fixed and mobile services these cases emissions must be confined in a
in the bands 1850–2045 kHz, 2194–2498 kHz, band of ±3 kHz about the frequency. (WRC–
2502–2625 kHz and 2650–2850 kHz, administra- 07)
tions should bear in mind the special re- 5.112 Alternative allocation: In Denmark
quirements of the maritime mobile service. and Sri Lanka, the band 2194–2300 kHz is allo-
5.104 In Region 1, the use of the band 2025– cated to the fixed and mobile, except aero-
2045 kHz by the meteorological aids service nautical mobile, services on a primary basis.
is limited to oceanographic buoy stations. (WRC–12)
5.105 In Region 2, except in Greenland, 5.113 For the conditions for the use of the
coast stations and ship stations using bands 2300–2495 kHz (2498 kHz in Region 1),
radiotelephony in the band 2065–2107 kHz 3200–3400 kHz, 4750–4995 kHz and 5005–5060 kHz
shall be limited to class J3E emissions and by the broadcasting service, see Nos. 5.16 to
to a peak envelope power not exceeding 1 5.20, 5.21 and 23.3 to 23.10.
kW. Preferably, the following carrier fre- 5.114 Alternative allocation: In Denmark
quencies should be used: 2065.0 kHz, 2079.0 and Iraq, the band 2502–2625 kHz is allocated
kHz, 2082.5 kHz, 2086.0 kHz, 2093.0 kHz, 2096.5 to the fixed and mobile, except aeronautical
kHz, 2100.0 kHz and 2103.5 kHz. In Argentina mobile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–
and Uruguay, the carrier frequencies 2068.5 12)
kHz and 2075.5 kHz are also used for this pur- 5.115 The carrier (reference) frequencies
pose, while the frequencies within the band 3023 kHz and 5680 kHz may also be used, in
2072–2075.5 kHz are used as provided in No. accordance with Article 31, by stations of the
52.165. maritime mobile service engaged in coordi-
5.106 In Regions 2 and 3, provided no nated search and rescue operations. (WRC–
harmful interference is caused to the mari- 07)
time mobile service, the frequencies between 5.116 Administrations are urged to au-
2065 kHz and 2107 kHz may be used by sta- thorize the use of the band 3155–3195 kHz to
tions of the fixed service communicating provide a common worldwide channel for low
only within national borders and whose power wireless hearing aids. Additional
mean power does not exceed 50 W. In noti- channels for these devices may be assigned
fying the frequencies, the attention of the by administrations in the bands between 3155
Bureau should be drawn to these provisions. kHz and 3400 kHz to suit local needs.
5.107 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara- It should be noted that frequencies in the
bia, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Iraq, Libya, Somalia range 3000 kHz to 4000 kHz are suitable for
and Swaziland, the band 2160–2170 kHz is also hearing aid devices which are designed to op-
allocated to the fixed and mobile, except erate over short distances within the induc-
aeronautical mobile (R), services on a pri- tion field.
mary basis. The mean power of stations in 5.117 Alternative allocation: In Côte
these services shall not exceed 50 W. (WRC– d’Ivoire, Denmark, Egypt, Liberia, Sri
12) Lanka and Togo, the band 3155–3200 kHz is al-
5.108 The carrier frequency 2182 kHz is an located to the fixed and mobile, except aero-
international distress and calling frequency nautical mobile, services on a primary basis.
for radiotelephony. The conditions for the (WRC–12)
use of the band 2173.5–2190.5 kHz are pre- 5.118 Additional allocation: in the United
scribed in Articles 31 and 52. (WRC–07) States, Mexico, Peru and Uruguay, the band
5.109 The frequencies 2187.5 kHz, 4207.5 3230–3400 kHz is also allocated to the radio-
kHz, 6312 kHz, 8414.5 kHz, 12577 kHz and location service on a secondary basis.
16804.5 kHz are international distress fre- 5.119 Additional allocation: In Peru, the
quencies for digital selective calling. The frequency band 3500–3750 kHz is also allo-
conditions for the use of these frequencies cated to the fixed and mobile services on a
are prescribed in Article 31. primary basis. (WRC–15)
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5.122 Alternative allocation: In Bolivia, of the radiolocation service are limited to
Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay and Peru, the fre- oceanographic radars operating in accord-
quency band 3750–4000 kHz is allocated to the ance with Resolution 612 (Rev. WRC–12).
fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo- (WRC–12)
bile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–15) 5.132B Alternative allocation: In Armenia,
5.123 Additional allocation: in Botswana, Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and
Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Kyrgyzstan, the frequency band 4438–4488
South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and kHz is allocated to the fixed and mobile, ex-
Zimbabwe, the band 3900–3950 kHz is also al- cept aeronautical mobile (R), services on a
located to the broadcasting service on a pri- primary basis. (WRC–15)
mary basis, subject to agreement obtained 5.133 Different category of service: In Arme-
under No. 9.21. nia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federa-
5.125 Additional allocation: in Greenland, tion, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lith-
the band 3950–4000 kHz is also allocated to uania, Niger, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan,
the broadcasting service on a primary basis. Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the
The power of the broadcasting stations oper- allocation of the band 5130–5250 kHz to the
ating in this band shall not exceed that nec- mobile, except aeronautical mobile, service
essary for a national service and shall in no is on a primary basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–12)
case exceed 5 kW. 5.133A Alternative allocation: In Armenia,
5.126 In Region 3, the stations of those Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and
services to which the band 3995–4005 kHz is Kyrgyzstan, the frequency bands 5250–5275
allocated may transmit standard frequency kHz and 26200–26350 kHz are allocated to the
and time signals. fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo-
5.127 The use of the band 4000–4063 kHz by bile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–15)
the maritime mobile service is limited to 5.133B Stations in the amateur service
ship stations using radiotelephony (see No. using the frequency band 5351.5–5366.5 kHz
52.220 and Appendix 17). shall not exceed a maximum radiated power
5.128 Frequencies in the bands 4063–4123 of 15 W (e.i.r.p.). However, in Region 2 in
kHz and 4130–4438 kHz may be used excep- Mexico, stations in the amateur service
tionally by stations in the fixed service, using the frequency band 5351.5–5366.5 kHz
communicating only within the boundary of shall not exceed a maximum radiated power
the country in which they are located, with of 20 W (e.i.r.p.). In the following Region 2
a mean power not exceeding 50 W, on condi- countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina,
tion that harmful interference is not caused Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil,
to the maritime mobile service. In addition, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Domini-
in Afghanistan, Argentina, Armenia, Azer- can Republic, Dominica, El Salvador, Ecua-
baijan, Belarus, Botswana, Burkina Faso, dor, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti,
the Central African Rep., China, the Russian Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Panama,
Federation, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts
Mali, Niger, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grena-
Tajikistan, Chad, Turkmenistan and dines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Uru-
Ukraine, in the bands 4063–4123 kHz, 4130–4133 guay, Venezuela, as well as the overseas ter-
kHz and 4408–4438 kHz, stations in the fixed ritories of the Netherlands in Region 2, sta-
service, with a mean power not exceeding 1 tions in the amateur service using the fre-
kW, can be operated on condition that they quency band 5351.5–5366.5 kHz shall not ex-
are situated at least 600 km from the coast ceed a maximum radiated power of 25 W
and that harmful interference is not caused (e.i.r.p.). (WRC–15)
to the maritime mobile service. (WRC–12) 5.134 The use of the bands 5900–5950 kHz,
5.130 The conditions for the use of the car- 7300–7350 kHz, 9400–9500 kHz, 11600–11650 kHz,
rier frequencies 4125 kHz and 6215 kHz are 12050–12100 kHz, 13570–13600 kHz, 13800–13870
prescribed in Articles 31 and 52. (WRC–07) kHz, 15600–15800 kHz, 17480–17550 kHz and
5.131 The frequency 4209.5 kHz is used ex- 18900–19020 kHz by the broadcasting service is
clusively for the transmission by coast sta- subject to the application of the procedure of
tions of meteorological and navigational Article 12. Administrations are encouraged
warnings and urgent information to ships by to use these bands to facilitate the introduc-
means of narrow-band direct-printing tech- tion of digitally modulated emissions in ac-
niques. cordance with the provisions of Resolution
5.132 The frequencies 4210 kHz, 6314 kHz, 517 (Rev.WRC–15). (FCC)
8416.5 kHz, 12579 kHz, 16806.5 kHz, 19680.5 kHz, 5.136 Additional allocation: frequencies in
22376 kHz and 26100.5 kHz are the inter- the band 5900–5950 kHz may be used by sta-
national frequencies for the transmission of tions in the following services, commu-
maritime safety information (MSI) (see Ap- nicating only within the boundary of the
pendix 17). country in which they are located: fixed
5.132A Stations in the radiolocation serv- service (in all three Regions), land mobile
ice shall not cause harmful interference to, service (in Region 1), mobile except aero-
or claim protection from, stations operating nautical mobile (R) service (in Regions 2 and
in the fixed or mobile services. Applications 3), on condition that harmful interference is
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not caused to the broadcasting service. When impose constraints on the broadcasting serv-
using frequencies for these services, adminis- ice intended for use within Region 1 and Re-
trations are urged to use the minimum gion 3. (WRC–12)
power required and to take account of the 5.143 Additional allocation: frequencies in
seasonal use of frequencies by the broad- the band 7300–7350 kHz may be used by sta-
casting service published in accordance with tions in the fixed service and in the land mo-
the Radio Regulations. (WRC–07) bile service, communicating only within the
5.137 On condition that harmful inter- boundary of the country in which they are
ference is not caused to the maritime mobile located, on condition that harmful inter-
service, the bands 6200–6213.5 kHz and 6220.5– ference is not caused to the broadcasting
6525 kHz may be used exceptionally by sta- service. When using frequencies for these
tions in the fixed service, communicating services, administrations are urged to use
only within the boundary of the country in the minimum power required and to take ac-
which they are located, with a mean power count of the seasonal use of frequencies by
not exceeding 50 W. At the time of notifica- the broadcasting service published in accord-
tion of these frequencies, the attention of ance with the Radio Regulations. (WRC–07)
the Bureau will be drawn to the above condi- 5.143A In Region 3, frequencies in the
tions. band 7350–7450 kHz may be used by stations
5.138 The following bands: in the fixed service on a primary basis and
land mobile service on a secondary basis,
6765–6795 kHz (centre frequency 6780 kHz),
communicating only within the boundary of
433.05–434.79 MHz (centre frequency 433.92
the country in which they are located, on
MHz) in Region 1 except in the countries
condition that harmful interference is not
mentioned in No. 5.280,
caused to the broadcasting service. When
61–61.5 GHz (centre frequency 61.25 GHz),
using frequencies for these services, adminis-
122–123 GHz (centre frequency 122.5 GHz), and
trations are urged to use the minimum
244–246 GHz (centre frequency 245 GHz)
power required and to take account of the
are designated for industrial, scientific and seasonal use of frequencies by the broad-
medical (ISM) applications. The use of these casting service published in accordance with
frequency bands for ISM applications shall the Radio Regulations. (WRC–12)
be subject to special authorization by the ad- 5.143B In Region 1, frequencies in the
ministration concerned, in agreement with band 7350–7450 kHz may be used by stations
other administrations whose in the fixed and land mobile services commu-
radiocommunication services might be af- nicating only within the boundary of the
fected. In applying this provision, adminis- country in which they are located on condi-
trations shall have due regard to the latest tion that harmful interference is not caused
relevant ITU–R Recommendations. to the broadcasting service. The total radi-
5.140 Additional allocation: In Angola, Iraq, ated power of each station shall not exceed
Somalia and Togo, the frequency band 7000– 24 dBW. (WRC–12)
7050 kHz is also allocated to the fixed service 5.143C Additional allocation: In Algeria,
on a primary basis. (WRC–15) Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti,
5.141 Alternative allocation: In Egypt, Eri- Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Iran (Islamic
trea, Ethiopia, Guinea, Libya, Madagascar Republic of), Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Mo-
and Niger, the band 7000–7050 kHz is allo- rocco, Mauritania, Niger, Oman, Qatar, the
cated to the fixed service on a primary basis. Syrian Arab Republic, Sudan, South Sudan,
(WRC–12) Tunisia and Yemen, the bands 7350–7400 kHz
5.141A Additional allocation: in Uzbekistan and 7400–7450 kHz are also allocated to the
and Kyrgyzstan, the bands 7000–7100 kHz and fixed service on a primary basis. (WRC–12)
7100–7200 kHz are also allocated to the fixed 5.143D In Region 2, frequencies in the
and land mobile services on a secondary band 7350–7400 kHz may be used by stations
basis. in the fixed service and in the land mobile
5.141B Additional allocation: In Algeria, service, communicating only within the
Saudi Arabia, Australia, Bahrain, Botswana, boundary of the country in which they are
Brunei Darussalam, China, Comoros, Korea located, on condition that harmful inter-
(Rep. of), Diego Garcia, Djibouti, Egypt, ference is not caused to the broadcasting
United Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Guinea, Indo- service. When using frequencies for these
nesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Japan, Jor- services, administrations are urged to use
dan, Kuwait, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Mauri- the minimum power required and to take ac-
tania, Niger, New Zealand, Oman, Papua count of the seasonal use of frequencies by
New Guinea, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Repub- the broadcasting service published in accord-
lic, Singapore, Sudan, South Sudan, Tunisia, ance with the Radio Regulations. (WRC–12)
Viet Nam and Yemen, the frequency band 5.144 In Region 3, the stations of those
7100–7200 kHz is also allocated to the fixed services to which the band 7995–8005 kHz is
and the mobile, except aeronautical mobile allocated may transmit standard frequency
(R), services on a primary basis. (WRC–15) and time signals.

5.142 The use of the band 7200–7300 kHz in 5.145 The conditions for the use of the car-
Region 2 by the amateur service shall not rier frequencies 8291 kHz, 12290 kHz and 16420
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kHz are prescribed in Articles 31 and 52. 14.47–14.5 GHz, 241–250 GHz,
(WRC–07) 22.01–22.21 GHz, 252–275 GHz
5.145A Stations in the radiolocation serv-
22.21–22.5 GHz,
ice shall not cause harmful interference to,
or claim protection from, stations operating are allocated, administrations are urged to
in the fixed service. Applications of the take all practicable steps to protect the
radiolocation service are limited to oceano- radio astronomy service from harmful inter-
graphic radars operating in accordance with ference. Emissions from spaceborne or air-
Resolution 612 (Rev. WRC–12). (WRC–12) borne stations can be particularly serious
5.145B Alternative allocation: In Armenia, sources of interference to the radio astron-
Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and omy service (see Nos. 4.5 and 4.6 and Article
Kyrgyzstan, the frequency bands 9305–9355 29). (WRC–07)
kHz and 16100–16200 kHz are allocated to the 5.149A Alternative allocation: In Armenia,
fixed service on a primary basis. (WRC–15) Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and
5.146 Additional allocation: frequencies in Kyrgyzstan, the frequency band 13450–13550
the bands 9400–9500 kHz, 11600–11650 kHz, kHz is allocated to the fixed service on a pri-
12050–12100 kHz, 15600–15800 kHz, 17480–17550 mary basis and to the mobile, except aero-
kHz and 18900–19020 kHz may be used by sta- nautical mobile (R), service on a secondary
tions in the fixed service, communicating basis. (WRC–15)
only within the boundary of the country in 5.150 The following bands:
which they are located, on condition that 13553–13567 kHz (centre frequency 13560
harmful interference is not caused to the kHz),
broadcasting service. When using frequencies 26957–27283 kHz (centre frequency 27120
in the fixed service, administrations are kHz),
urged to use the minimum power required 40.66–40.70 MHz (centre frequency 40.68
and to take account of the seasonal use of MHz),
frequencies by the broadcasting service pub- 902–928 MHz in Region 2 (centre frequency
lished in accordance with the Radio Regula- 915 MHz),
tions. (WRC–07) 2400–2500 MHz (centre frequency 2450 MHz),
5.147 On condition that harmful inter- 5725–5875 MHz (centre frequency 5800 MHz),
ference is not caused to the broadcasting and
service, frequencies in the bands 9775–9900 24–24.25 GHz (centre frequency 24.125 GHz)
kHz, 11650–11700 kHz and 11975–12050 kHz may are also designated for industrial, scientific
be used by stations in the fixed service com- and medical (ISM) applications.
municating only within the boundary of the Radiocommunication services operating
country in which they are located, each sta- within these bands must accept harmful in-
tion using a total radiated power not exceed- terference which may be caused by these ap-
ing 24 dBW. plications. ISM equipment operating in these
5.149 In making assignments to stations bands is subject to the provisions of No.
of other services to which the bands: 15.13.
13360–13410 kHz, 22.81–22.86 GHz, 5.151 Additional allocation: frequencies in
25550–25670 kHz, 23.07–23.12 GHz, the bands 13570–13600 kHz and 13800–13870 kHz
may be used by stations in the fixed service
37.5–38.25 MHz, 31.2–31.3 GHz,
and in the mobile except aeronautical mobile
73–74.6 MHz in 31.5–31.8 GHz in (R) service, communicating only within the
Regions 1 and 3, Regions 1 and 3, boundary of the country in which they are
150.05–153 MHz in 36.43–36.5 GHz, located, on the condition that harmful inter-
Region 1, 42.5–43.5 GHz, ference is not caused to the broadcasting
322–328.6 MHz, 48.94–49.04 GHz, service. When using frequencies in these
406.1–410 MHz, 76–86 GHz, services, administrations are urged to use
608–614 MHz in 92–94 GHz, the minimum power required and to take ac-
Regions 1 and 3, 94.1–100 GHz, count of the seasonal use of frequencies by
the broadcasting service published in accord-
1330–1400 MHz, 102–109.5 GHz, ance with the Radio Regulations. (WRC–07)
1610.6–1613.8 MHz, 111.8–114.25 GHz, 5.152 Additional allocation: in Armenia,
1660–1670 MHz, 128.33–128.59 GHz, Azerbaijan, China, Côte d’Ivoire, the Russian
1718.8–1722.2 MHz, 129.23–129.49 GHz, Federation, Georgia, Iran (Islamic Republic
2655–2690 MHz, 130–134 GHz, of), Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan,
3260–3267 MHz, 136–148.5 GHz, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the
3332–3339 MHz, 151.5–158.5 GHz, band 14250–14350 kHz is also allocated to the
3345.8–3352.5 MHz, 168.59–168.93 GHz, fixed service on a primary basis. Stations of
4825–4835 MHz, 171.11–171.45 GHz, the fixed service shall not use a radiated
power exceeding 24 dBW.
4950–4990 MHz, 172.31–172.65 GHz, 5.153 In Region 3, the stations of those
4990–5000 MHz, 173.52–173.85 GHz, services to which the band 15995–16005 kHz is
6650–6675.2 MHz, 195.75–196.15 GHz, allocated may transmit standard frequency
10.6–10.68 GHz, 209–226 GHz, and time signals.
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5.154 Additional allocation: in Armenia, ating in accordance with Resolution 612
Azerbaijan, the Russian Federation, Georgia, (Rev. WRC–12). (WRC–12)
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, 5.161B Alternative allocation: In Albania,
Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the band 18068– Germany, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Bel-
18168 kHz is also allocated to the fixed serv- gium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, Vati-
ice on a primary basis for use within their can, Croatia, Denmark, Spain, Estonia, Fin-
boundaries, with a peak envelope power not land, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Ice-
exceeding 1 kW. land, Italy, Latvia, The Former Yugoslav
5.155 Additional allocation: in Armenia, Rep. of Macedonia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Mon-
Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Mongolia, tenegro, Norway, Uzbekistan, Netherlands,
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, Portugal, Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, Czech Rep.,
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the Romania, United Kingdom, San Marino, Slo-
band 21850–21870 kHz is also allocated to the venia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
aeronautical mobile (R) service on a primary Ukraine, the frequency band 42–42.5 MHz is
basis. (WRC–07) allocated to the fixed and mobile services on
5.155A In Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, a primary basis. (WRC–15)
the Russian Federation, Georgia, 5.162 Additional allocation: In Australia,
Kazakhstan, Moldova, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, the band 44–47 MHz is also allocated to the
Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, Tajikistan, broadcasting service on a primary basis.
Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the use of the (WRC–12)
band 21850–21870 kHz by the fixed service is 5.162A Additional allocation: In Germany,
limited to provision of services related to Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina,
aircraft flight safety. (WRC–07) China, Vatican, Denmark, Spain, Estonia,
the Russian Federation, Finland, France,
5.155B The band 21870–21924 kHz is used by
Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, The Former
the fixed service for provision of services re-
Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Liech-
lated to aircraft flight safety.
tenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Monaco,
5.156 Additional allocation: in Nigeria, the
Montenegro, Norway, the Netherlands, Po-
band 22720–23200 kHz is also allocated to the
land, Portugal, the Czech Rep., the United
meteorological aids service (radiosondes) on
Kingdom, Serbia, Slovenia, Sweden and
a primary basis. Switzerland the band 46–68 MHz is also allo-
5.156A The use of the band 23200–23350 kHz cated to the radiolocation service on a sec-
by the fixed service is limited to provision of ondary basis. This use is limited to the oper-
services related to aircraft flight safety. ation of wind profiler radars in accordance
5.157 The use of the band 23350–24000 kHz with Resolution 217 (WRC–97). (WRC–12)
by the maritime mobile service is limited to 5.163 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
inter-ship radiotelegraphy. Belarus, the Russian Federation, Georgia,
5.158 Alternative allocation: In Armenia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Moldova, Uz-
Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and bekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Kyrgyzstan, the frequency band 24450–24600 Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the bands 47–48.5
kHz is allocated to the fixed and land mobile MHz and 56.5–58 MHz are also allocated to
services on a primary basis. (WRC–15) the fixed and land mobile services on a sec-
5.159 Alternative allocation: In Armenia, ondary basis. (WRC–12)
Belarus, Moldova, Uzbekistan and 5.164 Additional allocation: In Albania, Al-
Kyrgyzstan, the frequency band 39–39.5 MHz geria, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia
is allocated to the fixed and mobile services and Herzegovina, Botswana, Bulgaria, Côte
on a primary basis. (WRC–15) d’Ivoire, Croatia, Denmark, Spain, Estonia,
5.160 Additional allocation: In Botswana, Finland, France, Gabon, Greece, Ireland,
Burundi, Dem. Rep. of the Congo and Rwan- Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Liech-
da, the band 41–44 MHz is also allocated to tenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mada-
the aeronautical radionavigation service on gascar, Mali, Malta, Morocco, Mauritania,
a primary basis. (WRC–12) Monaco, Montenegro, Nigeria, Norway, the
5.161 Additional allocation: in Iran (Islamic Netherlands, Poland, Syrian Arab Republic,
Republic of) and Japan, the band 41–44 MHz Slovakia, Czech Rep., Romania, the United
is also allocated to the radiolocation service Kingdom, Serbia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzer-
on a secondary basis. land, Swaziland, Chad, Togo, Tunisia and
5.161A Additional allocation: In Korea (Rep. Turkey, the frequency band 47–68 MHz, in
of) and the United States, the frequency South Africa the frequency band 47–50 MHz,
bands 41.015–41.665 MHz and 43.35–44 MHz are and in Latvia the frequency band 48.5–56.5
also allocated to the radiolocation service on MHz, are also allocated to the land mobile
a primary basis. Stations in the radio- service on a primary basis. However, stations
location service shall not cause harmful in- of the land mobile service in the countries
terference to, or claim protection from, sta- mentioned in connection with each fre-
tions operating in the fixed or mobile serv- quency band referred to in this footnote
ices. Applications of the radiolocation serv- shall not cause harmful interference to, or
ice are limited to oceanographic radars oper- claim protection from, existing or planned
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broadcasting stations of countries other bands are allocated in other countries and
than those mentioned in connection with the the broadcasting service in the countries
frequency band. (WRC–15) listed above are subject to agreements with
5.165 Additional allocation: In Angola, the neighbouring countries concerned.
Cameroon, Congo (Rep. of the), Madagascar, (WRC–07)
Mozambique, Niger, Somalia, Sudan, South 5.176 Additional allocation: in Australia,
Sudan, Tanzania and Chad, the band 47–68 China, Korea (Rep. of), the Philippines, the
MHz is also allocated to the fixed and mo- Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea and Samoa, the
bile, except aeronautical mobile, services on band 68–74 MHz is also allocated to the
a primary basis. (WRC–12) broadcasting service on a primary basis.
5.167 Alternative allocation: In Bangladesh, (WRC–07)
Brunei Darussalam, India, Iran (Islamic Re- 5.177 Additional allocation: in Armenia,
public of), Pakistan and Singapore, the fre- Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation,
quency band 50–54 MHz is allocated to the Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan,
fixed, mobile and broadcasting services on a Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and
primary basis. (WRC–15) Ukraine, the band 73–74 MHz is also allocated
5.167A Additional allocation: In Indonesia to the broadcasting service on a primary
and Thailand, the frequency band 50–54 MHz basis, subject to agreement obtained under
is also allocated to the fixed, mobile and No. 9.21. (WRC–07)
broadcasting services on a primary basis. 5.178 Additional allocation: In Colombia,
(WRC–15) Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Hon-
5.168 Additional allocation: in Australia, duras and Nicaragua, the band 73–74.6 MHz is
China and the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, also allocated to the fixed and mobile serv-
the band 50–54 MHz is also allocated to the ices on a secondary basis. (WRC–12)
broadcasting service on a primary basis. 5.179 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
5.169 Alternative allocation: In Botswana, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, the Russian Fed-
Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, the Dem. Rep. of eration, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Lithuania,
the Congo, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Zambia and Zimbabwe, the band 50–54 MHz is Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the bands 74.6–
allocated to the amateur service on a pri- 74.8 MHz and 75.2–75.4 MHz are also allocated
mary basis. In Senegal, the band 50–51 MHz is to the aeronautical radionavigation service,
allocated to the amateur service on a pri- on a primary basis, for ground-based trans-
mary basis. (WRC–12) mitters only. (WRC–12)
5.170 Additional allocation: In New Zea- 5.180 The frequency 75 MHz is assigned to
land, the frequency band 51–54 MHz is also al- marker beacons. Administrations shall re-
located to the fixed and mobile services on a frain from assigning frequencies close to the
primary basis. (WRC–15) limits of the guardband to stations of other
5.171 Additional allocation: In Botswana, services which, because of their power or
Lesotho, Malawi, Mali, Namibia, Dem. Rep. geographical position, might cause harmful
of the Congo, Rwanda, South Africa, Swazi- interference or otherwise place a constraint
land, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the band 54–68 on marker beacons.
MHz is also allocated to the fixed and mo- Every effort should be made to improve
bile, except aeronautical mobile, services on further the characteristics of airborne re-
a primary basis. (WRC–12) ceivers and to limit the power of transmit-
5.172 Different category of service: In the ting stations close to the limits 74.8 MHz and
French overseas departments and commu- 75.2 MHz.
nities in Region 2 and Guyana, the allocation 5.181 Additional allocation: in Egypt, Israel
of the frequency band 54–68 MHz to the fixed and the Syrian Arab Republic, the band 74.8–
and mobile services is on a primary basis 75.2 MHz is also allocated to the mobile serv-
(see No. 5.33). (WRC–15) ice on a secondary basis, subject to agree-
5.173 Different category of service: In the ment obtained under No. 9.21. In order to en-
French overseas departments and commu- sure that harmful interference is not caused
nities in Region 2 and Guyana, the allocation to stations of the aeronautical radio-
of the frequency band 68–72 MHz to the fixed navigation service, stations of the mobile
and mobile services is on a primary basis service shall not be introduced in the band
(see No. 5.33). (WRC–15) until it is no longer required for the aero-
5.175 Alternative allocation: in Armenia, nautical radionavigation service by any ad-
Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation, ministration which may be identified in the
Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Uzbekistan, application of the procedure invoked under
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and No. 9.21.
Ukraine, the bands 68–73 MHz and 76–87.5 5.182 Additional allocation: in Western
MHz are allocated to the broadcasting serv- Samoa, the band 75.4–87 MHz is also allo-
ice on a primary basis. In Latvia and Lith- cated to the broadcasting service on a pri-
uania, the bands 68–73 MHz and 76–87.5 MHz mary basis.
are allocated to the broadcasting and mo- 5.183 Additional allocation: in China, Korea
bile, except aeronautical mobile, services on (Rep. of), Japan, the Philippines and the
a primary basis. The services to which these Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, the band 76–87
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MHz is also allocated to the broadcasting communicate on these frequencies under the
service on a primary basis. conditions laid down in Article 31 for distress
5.185 Different category of service: In the and safety purposes with stations of the
United States, the French overseas depart- aeronautical mobile service. (WRC–07)
ments and communities in Region 2, Guyana 5.201 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
and Paraguay, the allocation of the fre- Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Estonia, the
quency band 76–88 MHz to the fixed and mo- Russian Federation, Georgia, Hungary, Iran
bile services is on a primary basis (see No. (Islamic Republic of), Iraq (Republic of),
5.33). (WRC–15) Japan, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Mongolia, Mo-
5.187 Alternative allocation: in Albania, the zambique, Uzbekistan, Papua New Guinea,
band 81–87.5 MHz is allocated to the broad- Poland, Kyrgyzstan, Romania, Tajikistan,
casting service on a primary basis and used Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the frequency
in accordance with the decisions contained band 132–136 MHz is also allocated to the
in the Final Acts of the Special Regional aeronautical mobile (OR) service on a pri-
Conference (Geneva, 1960). mary basis. In assigning frequencies to sta-
5.188 Additional allocation: in Australia, tions of the aeronautical mobile (OR) serv-
the band 85–87 MHz is also allocated to the ice, the administration shall take account of
broadcasting service on a primary basis. The the frequencies assigned to stations in the
introduction of the broadcasting service in aeronautical mobile (R) service. (WRC–15)
Australia is subject to special agreements 5.202 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
between the administrations concerned. bia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria,
5.190 Additional allocation: in Monaco, the
the United Arab Emirates, the Russian Fed-
band 87.5–88 MHz is also allocated to the land
eration, Georgia, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
mobile service on a primary basis, subject to
Jordan, Oman, Uzbekistan, Poland, the Syr-
agreement obtained under No. 9.21.
ian Arab Republic, Kyrgyzstan, Romania,
5.192 Additional allocation: in China and
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the
Korea (Rep. of), the band 100–108 MHz is also
frequency band 136–137 MHz is also allocated
allocated to the fixed and mobile services on
to the aeronautical mobile (OR) service on a
a primary basis.
5.194 Additional allocation: in Azerbaijan, primary basis. In assigning frequencies to
Kyrgyzstan, Somalia and Turkmenistan, the stations of the aeronautical mobile (OR)
band 104–108 MHz is also allocated to the mo- service, the administration shall take ac-
bile, except aeronautical mobile (R), service count of the frequencies assigned to stations
on a secondary basis. (WRC–07) in the aeronautical mobile (R) service.
5.197 Additional allocation: In the Syrian (WRC–15)
Arab Republic, the band 108–111.975 MHz is 5.204 Different category of service: in Af-
also allocated to the mobile service on a sec- ghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Ban-
ondary basis, subject to agreement obtained gladesh, Brunei Darussalam, China, Cuba,
under No. 9.21. In order to ensure that harm- the United Arab Emirates, India, Indonesia,
ful interference is not caused to stations of Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Kuwait,
the aeronautical radionavigation service, Montenegro, Oman, Pakistan, the Phil-
stations of the mobile service shall not be in- ippines, Qatar, Serbia, Singapore, Thailand
troduced in the band until it is no longer re- and Yemen, the band 137–138 MHz is allo-
quired for the aeronautical radionavigation cated to the fixed and mobile, except aero-
service by any administration which may be nautical mobile (R), services on a primary
identified in the application of the proce- basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–07)
dures invoked under No. 9.21. (WRC–12) 5.205 Different category of service: in Israel
5.197A Additional allocation: The band 108– and Jordan, the allocation of the band 137–
117.975 MHz is also allocated on a primary 138 MHz to the fixed and mobile, except aero-
basis to the aeronautical mobile (R) service, nautical mobile, services is on a primary
limited to systems operating in accordance basis (see No. 5.33).
with recognized international aeronautical 5.206 Different category of service: in Arme-
standards. Such use shall be in accordance nia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Egypt,
with Resolution 413 (Rev.WRC–12). The use of the Russian Federation, Finland, France,
the band 108–112 MHz by the aeronautical Georgia, Greece, Kazakhstan, Lebanon,
mobile (R) service shall be limited to sys- Moldova, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Poland,
tems composed of ground-based transmitters Kyrgyzstan, the Syrian Arab Republic, Slo-
and associated receivers that provide naviga- vakia, the Czech Rep., Romania, Tajikistan,
tional information in support of air naviga- Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the allocation of
tion functions in accordance with recognized the band 137–138 MHz to the aeronautical mo-
international aeronautical standards. (FCC) bile (OR) service is on a primary basis (see
5.200 In the band 117.975–137 MHz, the fre- No. 5.33).
quency 121.5 MHz is the aeronautical emer- 5.207 Additional allocation: in Australia,
gency frequency and, where required, the fre- the band 137–144 MHz is also allocated to the
quency 123.1 MHz is the aeronautical fre- broadcasting service on a primary basis until
quency auxiliary to 121.5 MHz. Mobile sta- that service can be accommodated within re-
tions of the maritime mobile service may gional broadcasting allocations.
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5.208 The use of the band 137–138 MHz by 5.214 Additional allocation: In Eritrea,
the mobile-satellite service is subject to co- Ethiopia, Kenya, The Former Yugoslav Re-
ordination under No. 9.11A. public of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia,
5.208A In making assignments to space Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan and Tanzania,
stations in the mobile-satellite service in the the band 138–144 MHz is also allocated to the
bands 137–138 MHz, 387–390 MHz and 400.15–401 fixed service on a primary basis. (WRC–12)
MHz, administrations shall take all prac- 5.216 Additional allocation: in China, the
ticable steps to protect the radio astronomy band 144–146 MHz is also allocated to the
service in the bands 150.05–153 MHz, 322–328.6 aeronautical mobile (OR) service on a sec-
MHz, 406.1–410 MHz and 608–614 MHz from ondary basis.
harmful interference from unwanted emis- 5.217 Alternative allocation: in Afghanistan,
sions. The threshold levels of interference Bangladesh, Cuba, Guyana and India, the
detrimental to the radio astronomy service band 146–148 MHz is allocated to the fixed
are shown in the relevant ITU–R Rec- and mobile services on a primary basis.
ommendation. (WRC–07) 5.218 Additional allocation: the band 148–
5.208B In the frequency bands: 149.9 MHz is also allocated to the space oper-
137–138 MHz, ation service (Earth-to-space) on a primary
387–390 MHz, basis, subject to agreement obtained under
400.15–401 MHz, No. 9.21. The bandwidth of any individual
1452–1492 MHz, transmission shall not exceed ±25 kHz.
1525–1610 MHz, 5.219 The use of the band 148–149.9 MHz by
the mobile-satellite service is subject to co-
1613.8–1626.5 MHz,
ordination under No. 9.11A. The mobile-sat-
2655–2690 MHz,
ellite service shall not constrain the develop-
21.4–22 GHz, ment and use of the fixed, mobile and space
Resolution 739 (Rev.WRC–15) applies. (WRC– operation services in the band 148–149.9 MHz.
15) 5.220 The use of the frequency bands 149.9–
5.209 The use of the bands 137–138 MHz, 150.05 MHz and 399.9–400.05 MHz by the mo-
148–150.05 MHz, 399.9–400.05 MHz, 400.15–401 bile-satellite service is subject to coordina-
MHz, 454–456 MHz and 459–460 MHz by the motion under No. 9.11A. (WRC–15)
bile-satellite service is limited to non-geo- 5.221 Stations of the mobile-satellite serv-
stationary-satellite systems. ice in the frequency band 148–149.9 MHz shall
5.210 Additional allocation: in Italy, the not cause harmful interference to, or claim
Czech Rep. and the United Kingdom, the protection from, stations of the fixed or mo-
bands 138–143.6 MHz and 143.65–144 MHz are bile services operating in accordance with
also allocated to the space research service the Table of Frequency Allocations in the
(space-to-Earth) on a secondary basis. (WRC– following countries: Albania, Algeria, Ger-
07) many, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Austria,
5.211 Additional allocation: In Germany, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Bel-
Saudi Arabia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, gium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bot-
Denmark, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, swana, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cam-
Finland, Greece, Guinea, Ireland, Israel, eroon, China, Cyprus, Congo (Rep. of the),
Kenya, Kuwait, The Former Yugoslav Re- Korea (Rep. of), Côte d’Ivoire, Croatia, Cuba,
public of Macedonia, Lebanon, Liech- Denmark, Djibouti, Egypt, the United Arab
tenstein, Luxembourg, Mali, Malta, Monte- Emirates, Eritrea, Spain, Estonia, Ethiopia,
negro, Norway, the Netherlands, Qatar, Slo- the Russian Federation, Finland, France,
vakia, the United Kingdom, Serbia, Slo- Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Guinea,
venia, Somalia, Sweden, Switzerland, Tan- Guinea Bissau, Hungary, India, Iran (Islamic
zania, Tunisia and Turkey, the frequency Republic of), Ireland, Iceland, Israel, Italy,
band 138–144 MHz is also allocated to the Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya,
maritime mobile and land mobile services on Kuwait, The Former Yugoslav Republic of
a primary basis. (WRC–15) Macedonia, Lesotho, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya,
5.212 Alternative allocation: In Angola, Bot- Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Ma-
swana, Cameroon, the Central African Rep., laysia, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Moldova,
Congo (Rep. of the), Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Mongolia, Montenegro, Mozambique, Na-
Guinea, Iraq, Jordan, Lesotho, Liberia, mibia, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Uganda,
Libya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New
Oman, Uganda, Syrian Arab Republic, the Guinea, Paraguay, the Netherlands, the Phil-
Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Rwanda, Sierra ippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, the Syrian
Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Chad, Togo, Arab Republic, Kyrgyzstan, Dem. People’s
Zambia and Zimbabwe, the band 138–144 MHz Rep. of Korea, Slovakia, Romania, the
is allocated to the fixed and mobile services United Kingdom, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra
on a primary basis. (WRC–12) Leone, Singapore, Slovenia, Sudan, Sri
5.213 Additional allocation: in China, the Lanka, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland,
band 138–144 MHz is also allocated to the Swaziland, Tanzania, Chad, Togo, Tonga,
radiolocation service on a primary basis. Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey,
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Ukraine, Viet Nam, Yemen, Zambia and service by the administration (see Articles 31
Zimbabwe. (WRC–15) and 52, and Appendix 18).
5.225 Additional allocation: in Australia Any use of frequencies in these bands by
and India, the band 150.05–153 MHz is also al- stations of other services to which they are
located to the radio astronomy service on a allocated should be avoided in areas where
primary basis. such use might cause harmful interference to
5.225A Additional allocation: In Algeria, the maritime mobile VHF
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, the radiocommunication service.
Russian Federation, France, Iran (Islamic However, the frequencies 156.8 MHz and
Republic of), Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, 156.525 MHz and the frequency bands in which
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, priority is given to the maritime mobile
Ukraine and Viet Nam, the frequency band service may be used for
154–156 MHz is also allocated to the radio- radiocommunications on inland waterways
location service on a primary basis. The subject to agreement between interested and
usage of the frequency band 154–156 MHz by affected administrations and taking into ac-
the radiolocation service shall be limited to count current frequency usage and existing
space-object detection systems operating agreements. (WRC–07)
from terrestrial locations. The operation of 5.227 Additional allocation: the bands
stations in the radiolocation service in the 156.4875–156.5125 MHz and 156.5375–156.5625
frequency band 154–156 MHz shall be subject MHz are also allocated to the fixed and land
to agreement obtained under No. 9.21. For mobile services on a primary basis. The use
the identification of potentially affected ad- of these bands by the fixed and land mobile
ministrations in Region 1, the instantaneous services shall not cause harmful interference
field-strength value of 12 dB(μV/m) for 10% of to nor claim protection from the maritime
the time produced at 10 m above ground level mobile VHF radiocommunication service.
in the 25 kHz reference frequency band at the (WRC–07)
border of the territory of any other adminis- 5.228 The use of the frequency bands
tration shall be used. For the identification 156.7625–156.7875 MHz and 156.8125–156.8375
of potentially affected administrations in MHz by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-
Region 3, the interference-to-noise ratio (I/N) to-space) is limited to the reception of auto-
value of ¥6 dB (N = ¥161 dBW/4 kHz), or ¥10 matic identification system (AIS) emissions
dB for applications with greater protection of long-range AIS broadcast messages (Mes-
requirements, such as public protection and sage 27, see the most recent version of Rec-
disaster relief (PPDR (N = ¥161 dBW/4 kHz)), ommendation ITU–R M.1371). With the excep-
for 1% of the time produced at 60 m above tion of AIS emissions, emissions in these fre-
ground level at the border of the territory of quency bands by systems operating in the
any other administration shall be used. In maritime mobile service for communications
the frequency bands 156.7625–156.8375 MHz, shall not exceed 1 W. (WRC–12)
156.5125–156.5375 MHz, 161.9625–161.9875 MHz, 5.228A The frequency bands 161.9625–
162.0125–162.0375 MHz, out-of-band e.i.r.p. of 161.9875 MHz and 162.0125–162.0375 MHz may
space surveillance radars shall not exceed be used by aircraft stations for the purpose
¥16 dBW. Frequency assignments to the of search and rescue operations and other
radiolocation service under this allocation in safety-related communications. (WRC–12)
Ukraine shall not be used without the agree- 5.228AA The use of the frequency bands
ment of Moldova. (WRC–12) 161.9375–161.9625 MHz and 161.9875–162.0125
5.226 The frequency 156.525 MHz is the MHz by the maritime mobile-satellite
international distress, safety and calling fre- (Earth-to-space) service is limited to the sys-
quency for the maritime mobile VHF radio- tems which operate in accordance with Ap-
telephone service using digital selective call- pendix 18. (WRC–15)
ing (DSC). The conditions for the use of this 5.228B The use of the frequency bands
frequency and the band 156.4875–156.5625 MHz 161.9625–161.9875 MHz and 162.0125–162.0375
are contained in Articles 31 and 52, and in MHz by the fixed and land mobile services
Appendix 18. shall not cause harmful interference to, or
The frequency 156.8 MHz is the inter- claim protection from, the maritime mobile
national distress, safety and calling fre- service. (WRC–12)
quency for the maritime mobile VHF radio- 5.228C The use of the frequency bands
telephone service. The conditions for the use 161.9625–161.9875 MHz and 162.0125–162.0375
of this frequency and the band 156.7625– MHz by the maritime mobile service and the
156.8375 MHz are contained in Article 31 and mobile-satellite (Earth-to-space) service is
Appendix 18. limited to the automatic identification sys-
In the bands 156–156.4875 MHz, 156.5625– tem (AIS). The use of these frequency bands
156.7625 MHz, 156.8375–157.45 MHz, 160.6–160.975 by the aeronautical mobile (OR) service is
MHz and 161.475–162.05 MHz, each administra- limited to AIS emissions from search and
tion shall give priority to the maritime mo- rescue aircraft operations. The AIS oper-
bile service on only such frequencies as are ations in these frequency bands shall not
assigned to stations of the maritime mobile constrain the development and use of the
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fixed and mobile services operating in the the band 174–223 MHz is also allocated to the
adjacent frequency bands. (WRC–12) land mobile service on a primary basis. How-
5.228D The frequency bands 161.9625– ever, the stations of the land mobile service
161.9875 MHz (AIS 1) and 162.0125–162.0375 MHz shall not cause harmful interference to, or
(AIS 2) may continue to be used by the fixed claim protection from, broadcasting sta-
and mobile services on a primary basis until tions, existing or planned, in countries other
1 January 2025, at which time this allocation than those listed in this footnote.
shall no longer be valid. Administrations are 5.237 Additional allocation: In Congo (Rep.
encouraged to make all practicable efforts to of the), Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia,
discontinue the use of these bands by the Guinea, Libya, Mali, Sierra Leone, Somalia
fixed and mobile services prior to the transi- and Chad, the band 174–223 MHz is also allo-
tion date. During this transition period, the cated to the fixed and mobile services on a
maritime mobile service in these frequency secondary basis. (WRC–12)
bands has priority over the fixed, land mo- 5.238 Additional allocation: in Bangladesh,
bile and aeronautical mobile services. (WRC– India, Pakistan and the Philippines, the
12) band 200–216 MHz is also allocated to the
5.228E The use of the automatic identi- aeronautical radionavigation service on a
fication system in the frequency bands primary basis.
161.9625–161.9875 MHz and 162.0125–162.0375 5.240 Additional allocation: in China and
MHz by the aeronautical mobile (OR) service India, the band 216–223 MHz is also allocated
is limited to aircraft stations for the purpose to the aeronautical radionavigation service
of search and rescue operations and other on a primary basis and to the radiolocation
safety-related communications. (WRC–12) service on a secondary basis.
5.228F The use of the frequency bands
5.241 In Region 2, no new stations in the
161.9625–161.9875 MHz and 162.0125–162.0375
radiolocation service may be authorized in
MHz by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-
the band 216–225 MHz. Stations authorized
to-space) is limited to the reception of auto-
prior to 1 January 1990 may continue to oper-
matic identification system emissions from
ate on a secondary basis.
stations operating in the maritime mobile
service. (WRC–12) 5.242 Additional allocation: in Canada, the
5.229 Alternative allocation: in Morocco, band 216–220 MHz is also allocated to the
the band 162–174 MHz is allocated to the land mobile service on a primary basis.
broadcasting service on a primary basis. The 5.243 Additional allocation: in Somalia, the
use of this band shall be subject to agree- band 216–225 MHz is also allocated to the
ment with administrations having services, aeronautical radionavigation service on a
operating or planned, in accordance with the primary basis, subject to not causing harm-
Table which are likely to be affected. Sta- ful interference to existing or planned broad-
tions in existence on 1 January 1981, with casting services in other countries.
their technical characteristics as of that 5.245 Additional allocation: in Japan, the
date, are not affected by such agreement. band 222–223 MHz is also allocated to the
5.230 Additional allocation: in China, the aeronautical radionavigation service on a
band 163–167 MHz is also allocated to the primary basis and to the radiolocation serv-
space operation service (space-to-Earth) on a ice on a secondary basis.
primary basis, subject to agreement obtained 5.246 Alternative allocation: in Spain,
under No. 9.21. France, Israel and Monaco, the band 223–230
5.231 Additional allocation: In Afghanistan MHz is allocated to the broadcasting and
and China, the band 167–174 MHz is also allo- land mobile services on a primary basis (see
cated to the broadcasting service on a pri- No. 5.33) on the basis that, in the preparation
mary basis. The introduction of the broad- of frequency plans, the broadcasting service
casting service into this band shall be sub- shall have prior choice of frequencies; and al-
ject to agreement with the neighbouring located to the fixed and mobile, except land
countries in Region 3 whose services are mobile, services on a secondary basis. How-
likely to be affected. (WRC–12) ever, the stations of the land mobile service
5.233 Additional allocation: in China, the shall not cause harmful interference to, or
band 174–184 MHz is also allocated to the claim protection from, existing or planned
space research (space-to-Earth) and the broadcasting stations in Morocco and Alge-
space operation (space-to-Earth) services on ria.
a primary basis, subject to agreement ob- 5.247 Additional allocation: in Saudi Ara-
tained under No. 9.21. These services shall bia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Jor-
not cause harmful interference to, or claim dan, Oman, Qatar and Syrian Arab Republic,
protection from, existing or planned broad- the band 223–235 MHz is also allocated to the
casting stations. aeronautical radionavigation service on a
5.235 Additional allocation: in Germany, primary basis.
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, 5.250 Additional allocation: in China, the
France, Israel, Italy, Liechtenstein, Malta, band 225–235 MHz is also allocated to the
Monaco, Norway, the Netherlands, the radio astronomy service on a secondary
United Kingdom, Sweden and Switzerland, basis.
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5.251 Additional allocation: in Nigeria, the nautical radionavigation service by any ad-
band 230–235 MHz is also allocated to the ministration which may be identified in the
aeronautical radionavigation service on a application of the procedure invoked under
primary basis, subject to agreement obtained No. 9.21. (WRC–12)
under No. 9.21. 5.261 Emissions shall be confined in a
5.252 Alternative allocation: in Botswana, band of ±25 kHz about the standard frequency
Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, 400.1 MHz.
South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and 5.262 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
Zimbabwe, the bands 230–238 MHz and 246–254 bia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus,
MHz are allocated to the broadcasting serv- Botswana, Colombia, Cuba, Egypt, the
ice on a primary basis, subject to agreement United Arab Emirates, Ecuador, the Russian
obtained under No. 9.21. Federation, Georgia, Hungary, Iran (Islamic
5.254 The bands 235–322 MHz and 335.4–399.9 Republic of), Iraq, Israel, Jordan,
MHz may be used by the mobile-satellite Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Liberia, Malaysia,
service, subject to agreement obtained under Moldova, Oman, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, the
No. 9.21, on condition that stations in this Philippines, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Repub-
service do not cause harmful interference to lic, Kyrgyzstan, Singapore, Somalia,
those of other services operating or planned Tajikistan, Chad, Turkmenistan and
to be operated in accordance with the Table Ukraine, the band 400.05–401 MHz is also allo-
of Frequency Allocations except for the addi- cated to the fixed and mobile services on a
tional allocation made in footnote No. primary basis. (WRC–12)
5.256A. 5.263 The band 400.15–401 MHz is also allo-
5.255 The bands 312–315 MHz (Earth-to- cated to the space research service in the
space) and 387–390 MHz (space-to-Earth) in space-to-space direction for communications
the mobile-satellite service may also be used with manned space vehicles. In this applica-
by non-geostationary-satellite systems. Such tion, the space research service will not be
use is subject to coordination under No. regarded as a safety service.
9.11A. 5.264 The use of the band 400.15–401 MHz
5.256 The frequency 243 MHz is the fre- by the mobile-satellite service is subject to
quency in this band for use by survival craft coordination under No. 9.11A. The power
stations and equipment used for survival flux-density limit indicated in Annex 1 of
purposes. (WRC–07) Appendix 5 shall apply until such time as a
5.256A Additional allocation: In China, the competent world radiocommunication con-
Russian Federation and Kazakhstan, the fre- ference revises it.
quency band 258–261 MHz is also allocated to 5.265 In the frequency band 403–410 MHz,
the space research service (Earth-to-space) Resolution 205 (Rev.WRC–15) applies. (WRC–
and space operation service (Earth-to-space) 15)
on a primary basis. Stations in the space re- 5.266 The use of the band 406–406.1 MHz by
search service (Earth-to-space) and space op- the mobile-satellite service is limited to low
eration service (Earth-to-space) shall not power satellite emergency position-indi-
cause harmful interference to, or claim pro- cating radiobeacons (see also Article 31).
tection from, or constrain the use and devel- (WRC–07)
opment of, the mobile service systems and 5.267 Any emission capable of causing
mobile-satellite service systems operating in harmful interference to the authorized uses
the frequency band. Stations in space re- of the band 406–406.1 MHz is prohibited.
search service (Earth-to-space) and space op- 5.268 Use of the frequency band 410–420
eration service (Earth-to-space) shall not MHz by the space research service is limited
constrain the future development of fixed to space-to-space communication links with
service systems of other countries. (WRC–15) an orbiting, manned space vehicle. The
5.257 The band 267–272 MHz may be used power flux-density at the surface of the
by administrations for space telemetry in Earth produced by emissions from transmit-
their countries on a primary basis, subject to ting stations of the space research service
agreement obtained under No. 9.21. (space-to-space) in the frequency band 410–
5.258 The use of the band 328.6–335.4 MHz 420 MHz shall not exceed ¥153 dB(W/m2) for
by the aeronautical radionavigation service 0° ≤ d ≤ 5°, ¥153 + 0.077 (d¥5) dB(W/m2) for 5°
is limited to Instrument Landing Systems ≤ d ≤ 70° and ¥148 dB(W/m2) for 70° ≤ d ≤ 90°,
(glide path). where d is the angle of arrival of the radio-
5.259 Additional allocation: In Egypt and frequency wave and the reference bandwidth
the Syrian Arab Republic, the band 328.6– is 4 kHz. In this frequency band, stations of
335.4 MHz is also allocated to the mobile the space research service (space-to-space)
service on a secondary basis, subject to shall not claim protection from, nor con-
agreement obtained under No. 9.21. In order strain the use and development of, stations
to ensure that harmful interference is not of the fixed and mobile services. No. 4.10 does
caused to stations of the aeronautical radio- not apply. (WRC–15)
navigation service, stations of the mobile 5.269 Different category of service: in Aus-
service shall not be introduced in the band tralia, the United States, India, Japan and
until it is no longer required for the aero- the United Kingdom, the allocation of the
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bands 420–430 MHz and 440–450 MHz to the satellite service (active) shall be in accord-
radiolocation service is on a primary basis ance with Recommendation ITU–R RS.1260–1.
(see No. 5.33). Additionally, the Earth exploration-satellite
5.270 Additional allocation: in Australia, service (active) in the frequency band 432–438
the United States, Jamaica and the Phil- MHz shall not cause harmful interference to
ippines, the bands 420–430 MHz and 440–450 the aeronautical radionavigation service in
MHz are also allocated to the amateur serv- China. The provisions of this footnote in no
ice on a secondary basis. way diminish the obligation of the Earth ex-
5.271 Additional allocation: in Belarus, ploration-satellite service (active) to operate
China, India, Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, as a secondary service in accordance with
the band 420–460 MHz is also allocated to the Nos. 5.29 and 5.30. (WRC–15)
aeronautical radionavigation service (radio 5.280 In Germany, Austria, Bosnia and
altimeters) on a secondary basis. (WRC–07) Herzegovina, Croatia, The Former Yugoslav
5.274 Alternative allocation: In Denmark, Republic of Macedonia, Liechtenstein, Mon-
Norway, Sweden and Chad, the bands 430–432 tenegro, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia and
MHz and 438–440 MHz are allocated to the Switzerland, the band 433.05–434.79 MHz (cen-
fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo- tre frequency 433.92 MHz) is designated for
bile, services on a primary basis. (WRC–12) industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) ap-
5.275 Additional allocation: In Croatia, Es- plications. Radiocommunication services of
tonia, Finland, Libya, The Former Yugoslav these countries operating within this band
Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Ser- must accept harmful interference which may
bia, the frequency bands 430–432 MHz and 438– be caused by these applications. ISM equip-
440 MHz are also allocated to the fixed and ment operating in this band is subject to the
mobile, except aeronautical mobile, services provisions of No. 15.13. (WRC–07)
on a primary basis. (WRC–15)
5.281 Additional allocation: in the French
5.276 Additional allocation: In Afghanistan,
overseas departments and communities in
Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Bangladesh,
Region 2 and India, the band 433.75–434.25
Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Djibouti,
MHz is also allocated to the space operation
Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ecuador,
service (Earth-to-space) on a primary basis.
Eritrea, Ethiopia, Greece, Guinea, India, In-
In France and in Brazil, the band is allocated
donesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq,
to the same service on a secondary basis.
Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Libya,
Malaysia, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, 5.282 In the bands 435–438 MHz, 1260–1270
the Philippines, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Re- MHz, 2400–2450 MHz, 3400–3410 MHz (in Re-
public, the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, gions 2 and 3 only) and 5650–5670 MHz, the
Singapore, Somalia, Sudan, Switzerland, amateur-satellite service may operate sub-
Thailand, Togo, Turkey and Yemen, the fre- ject to not causing harmful interference to
quency band 430–440 MHz is also allocated to other services operating in accordance with
the fixed service on a primary basis and the the Table (see No. 5.43). Administrations au-
frequency bands 430–435 MHz and 438–440 MHz thorizing such use shall ensure that any
are also allocated, except in Ecuador, to the harmful interference caused by emissions
mobile, except aeronautical mobile, service from a station in the amateur-satellite serv-
on a primary basis. (WRC–15) ice is immediately eliminated in accordance
5.277 Additional allocation: In Angola, Ar- with the provisions of No. 25.11. The use of
menia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cameroon, the bands 1260–1270 MHz and 5650–5670 MHz by
Congo (Rep. of the), Djibouti, the Russian the amateur-satellite service is limited to
Federation, Georgia, Hungary, Israel, the Earth-to-space direction.
Kazakhstan, Mali, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Po- 5.283 Additional allocation: in Austria, the
land, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, band 438–440 MHz is also allocated to the
Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia, Romania, Rwanda, fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo-
Tajikistan, Chad, Turkmenistan and bile, services on a primary basis.
Ukraine, the band 430–440 MHz is also allo- 5.284 Additional allocation: in Canada, the
cated to the fixed service on a primary basis. band 440–450 MHz is also allocated to the
(WRC–12) amateur service on a secondary basis.
5.278 Different category of service: in Argen- 5.285 Different category of service: in Can-
tina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Guyana, ada, the allocation of the band 440–450 MHz
Honduras, Panama and Venezuela, the allo- to the radiolocation service is on a primary
cation of the band 430–440 MHz to the ama- basis (see No. 5.33).
teur service is on a primary basis (see No. 5.286 The band 449.75–450.25 MHz may be
5.33). used for the space operation service (Earth-
5.279 Additional allocation: in Mexico, the to-space) and the space research service
bands 430–435 MHz and 438–440 MHz are also (Earth-to-space), subject to agreement ob-
allocated on a primary basis to the land mo- tained under No. 9.21.
bile service, subject to agreement obtained 5.286A The use of the bands 454–456 MHz
under No. 9.21. and 459–460 MHz by the mobile-satellite serv-

5.279A The use of the frequency band 432– ice is subject to coordination under No.
438 MHz by sensors in the Earth exploration- 9.11A.
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5.286AA The frequency band 450–470 MHz Russian Federation, Japan, Kyrgyzstan,
is identified for use by administrations wish- Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, the allocation
ing to implement International Mobile Tele- of the band 460–470 MHz to the meteorolog-
communications (IMT). See Resolution 224 ical-satellite service (space-to-Earth) is on a
(Rev.WRC–15). This identification does not primary basis (see No. 5.33), subject to agree-
preclude the use of this frequency band by ment obtained under No. 9.21. (WRC–12)
any application of the services to which it is 5.291 Additional allocation: in China, the
allocated and does not establish priority in band 470–485 MHz is also allocated to the
the Radio Regulations. (WRC–15) space research (space-to-Earth) and the
5.286B The use of the band 454–455 MHz in space operation (space-to-Earth) services on
the countries listed in No. 5.286D, 455–456 a primary basis subject to agreement ob-
MHz and 459–460 MHz in Region 2, and 454–456 tained under No. 9.21 and subject to not caus-
MHz and 459–460 MHz in the countries listed ing harmful interference to existing and
in No. 5.286E, by stations in the mobile-sat- planned broadcasting stations.
ellite service, shall not cause harmful inter- 5.291A Additional allocation: In Germany,
ference to, or claim protection from, stations Austria, Denmark, Estonia, Liechtenstein,
of the fixed or mobile services operating in the Czech Rep., Serbia and Switzerland, the
accordance with the Table of Frequency Al- frequency band 470–494 MHz is also allocated
locations. to the radiolocation service on a secondary
5.286C The use of the band 454–455 MHz in basis. This use is limited to the operation of
the countries listed in No. 5.286D, 455–456 wind profiler radars in accordance with Res-
MHz and 459–460 MHz in Region 2, and 454–456 olution 217 (WRC–97). (WRC–15)
MHz and 459–460 MHz in the countries listed 5.292 Different category of service: In Argen-
in No. 5.286E, by stations in the mobile-sat- tina, Uruguay and Venezuela, the allocation
ellite service, shall not constrain the devel- of the frequency band 470–512 MHz to the mo-
opment and use of the fixed and mobile serv- bile service is on a primary basis (see No.
ices operating in accordance with the Table 5.33), subject to agreement obtained under
of Frequency Allocations. No. 9.21. (WRC–15)
5.286D Additional allocation: in Canada, the 5.293 Different category of service: In Can-
United States and Panama, the band 454–455 ada, Chile, Cuba, the United States, Guyana,
MHz is also allocated to the mobile-satellite Jamaica and Panama, the allocation of the
service (Earth-to-space) on a primary basis. frequency bands 470–512 MHz and 614–806 MHz
(WRC–07) to the fixed service is on a primary basis (see
5.286E Additional allocation: in Cape Verde, No. 5.33), subject to agreement obtained
Nepal and Nigeria, the bands 454–456 MHz and under No. 9.21. In the Bahamas, Barbados,
459–460 MHz are also allocated to the mobile- Canada, Chile, Cuba, the United States, Guy-
satellite (Earth-to-space) service on a pri- ana, Jamaica, Mexico and Panama, the allo-
mary basis. (WRC–07) cation of the frequency bands 470–512 MHz
5.287 Use of the frequency bands 457.5125– and 614–698 MHz to the mobile service is on a
457.5875 MHz and 467.5125–467.5875 MHz by the primary basis (see No. 5.33), subject to agree-
maritime mobile service is limited to on- ment obtained under No. 9.21. In Argentina
board communication stations. The charac- and Ecuador, the allocation of the frequency
teristics of the equipment and the channel- band 470–512 MHz to the fixed and mobile
ling arrangement shall be in accordance with services is on a primary basis (see No. 5.33),
Recommendation ITU–R M.1174–3. The use of subject to agreement obtained under No.
these frequency bands in territorial waters is 9.21. (WRC–15)
subject to the national regulations of the ad- 5.294 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
ministration concerned. (WRC–15) bia, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ethi-
5.288 In the territorial waters of the opia, Israel, Libya, the Syrian Arab Repub-
United States and the Philippines, the pre- lic, Chad and Yemen, the frequency band 470–
ferred frequencies for use by on-board com- 582 MHz is also allocated to the fixed service
munication stations shall be 457.525 MHz, on a secondary basis. (WRC–15)
457.550 MHz, 457.575 MHz and 457.600 MHz 5.295 In the Bahamas, Barbados, Canada,
paired, respectively, with 467.750 MHz, 467.775 the United States and Mexico, the frequency
MHz, 467.800 MHz and 467.825 MHz. The char- band 470–608 MHz, or portions thereof, is
acteristics of the equipment used shall con- identified for International Mobile Tele-
form to those specified in Recommendation communications (IMT)—see Resolution 224
ITU–R M.1174–3. (WRC–15) (Rev.WRC–15). This identification does not
5.289 Earth exploration-satellite service preclude the use of these frequency bands by
applications, other than the meteorological- any application of the services to which they
satellite service, may also be used in the are allocated and does not establish priority
bands 460–470 MHz and 1690–1710 MHz for in the Radio Regulations. Mobile service sta-
space-to-Earth transmissions subject to not tions of the IMT system within the fre-
causing harmful interference to stations op- quency band are subject to agreement ob-
erating in accordance with the Table. tained under No. 9.21 and shall not cause
5.290 Different category of service: In Af- harmful interference to, or claim protection
ghanistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, the from, the broadcasting service of
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neighbouring countries. Nos. 5.43 and 5.43A also allocated to the mobile service on a pri-
apply. In Mexico, the use of IMT in this fre- mary basis, subject to agreement obtained
quency band will not start before 31 Decem- under No. 9.21. (WRC–15)
ber 2018 and may be extended if agreed by the 5.298 Additional allocation: in India, the
neighbouring countries. (WRC–15) band 549.75–550.25 MHz is also allocated to
5.296 Additional allocation: In Albania, the space operation service (space-to-Earth)
Germany, Angola, Saudi Arabia, Austria, on a secondary basis.
Bahrain, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and 5.300 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
Herzegovina, Botswana, Bulgaria, Burkina bia, Cameroon, Egypt, United Arab Emir-
Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Vatican, Congo ates, Israel, Jordan, Libya, Oman, Qatar, the
(Rep. of the), Côte d’Ivoire, Croatia, Den- Syrian Arab Republic and Sudan, the fre-
mark, Djibouti, Egypt, United Arab Emir- quency band 582–790 MHz is also allocated to
ates, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, the fixed and mobile, except aeronautical
Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Hungary, Iraq, Ire- mobile, services on a secondary basis. (WRC–
land, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, 15)
Kuwait, Lesotho, Latvia, The Former Yugo- 5.304 Additional allocation: in the African
slav Republic of Macedonia, Lebanon, Libya, Broadcasting Area (see Nos. 5.10 to 5.13), the
Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Ma- band 606–614 MHz is also allocated to the
lawi, Mali, Malta, Morocco, Mauritius, Mau- radio astronomy service on a primary basis.
ritania, Moldova, Monaco, Mozambique, Na- 5.305 Additional allocation: in China, the
mibia, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Ugan- band 606–614 MHz is also allocated to the
da, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, radio astronomy service on a primary basis.
Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic, Slovakia, 5.306 Additional allocation: in Region 1, ex-
the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, cept in the African Broadcasting Area (see
Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Sudan, South Nos. 5.10 to 5.13), and in Region 3, the band
Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Swaziland, 608–614 MHz is also allocated to the radio as-
Tanzania, Chad, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, tronomy service on a secondary basis.
Ukraine, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the fre- 5.307 Additional allocation: in India, the
quency band 470–694 MHz is also allocated on band 608–614 MHz is also allocated to the
a secondary basis to the land mobile service, radio astronomy service on a primary basis.
intended for applications ancillary to broad- 5.308 Additional allocation: In Belize and
casting and programme-making. Stations of Colombia, the frequency band 614–698 MHz is
the land mobile service in the countries list- also allocated to the mobile service on a pri-
ed in this footnote shall not cause harmful mary basis. Stations of the mobile service
interference to existing or planned stations within the frequency band are subject to
operating in accordance with the Table in agreement obtained under No. 9.21. (WRC–15)
countries other than those listed in this 5.308A In the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,
footnote. (WRC–15) Canada, Colombia, the United States and
5.296A In Micronesia, the Solomon Is- Mexico, the frequency band 614–698 MHz, or
lands, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, the frequency portions thereof, is identified for Inter-
band 470–698 MHz, or portions thereof, and in national Mobile Telecommunications
Bangladesh, Maldives and New Zealand, the (IMT)—see Resolution 224 (Rev.WRC–15).
frequency band 610–698 MHz, or portions This identification does not preclude the use
thereof, are identified for use by these ad- of these frequency bands by any application
ministrations wishing to implement Inter- of the services to which they are allocated
national Mobile Telecommunications and does not establish priority in the Radio
(IMT)—see Resolution 224 (Rev.WRC–15). Regulations. Mobile service stations of the
This identification does not preclude the use IMT system within the frequency band are
of these frequency bands by any application subject to agreement obtained under No. 9.21
of the services to which they are allocated and shall not cause harmful interference to
and does not establish priority in the Radio or claim protection from the broadcasting
Regulations. The mobile allocation in this service of neighbouring countries. Nos. 5.43
frequency band shall not be used for IMT and 5.43A apply. In Belize and Mexico, the
systems unless subject to agreement ob- use of IMT in this frequency band will not
tained under No. 9.21 and shall not cause start before 31 December 2018 and may be ex-
harmful interference to, or claim protection tended if agreed by the neighbouring coun-
from, the broadcasting service of tries. (WRC–15)
neighbouring countries. Nos. 5.43 and 5.43A 5.309 Different category of service: In El Sal-
apply. (WRC–15) vador, the allocation of the frequency band
5.297 Additional allocation: In Canada, 614–806 MHz to the fixed service is on a pri-
Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, the United mary basis (see No. 5.33), subject to agree-
States, Guatemala, Guyana and Jamaica, ment obtained under No. 9.21. (WRC–15)
the frequency band 512–608 MHz is also allo- 5.311A For the frequency band 620–790
cated to the fixed and mobile services on a MHz, see also Resolution 549 (WRC–07).
primary basis, subject to agreement obtained (WRC–07)

under No. 9.21. In the Bahamas, Barbados and 5.312 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
Mexico, the frequency band 512–608 MHz is Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation,
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Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, not establish priority in the Radio Regula-
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and tions. (WRC¥15)
Ukraine, the frequency band 645–862 MHz, in 5.318 Additional allocation: in Canada, the
Bulgaria the frequency bands 646–686 MHz, United States and Mexico, the bands 849–851
726–758 MHz, 766–814 MHz and 822–862 MHz, MHz and 894–896 MHz are also allocated to
and in Poland the frequency band 860–862 the aeronautical mobile service on a primary
MHz until 31 December 2017, are also allo- basis, for public correspondence with air-
cated to the aeronautical radionavigation craft. The use of the band 849–851 MHz is lim-
service on a primary basis. (WRC–15) ited to transmissions from aeronautical sta-
5.312A In Region 1, the use of the fre- tions and the use of the band 894–896 MHz is
quency band 694–790 MHz by the mobile, ex- limited to transmissions from aircraft sta-
cept aeronautical mobile, service is subject tions.
to the provisions of Resolution 760 (WRC–15). 5.319 Additional allocation: in Belarus, the
See also Resolution 224 (Rev.WRC–15). (WRC– Russian Federation and Ukraine, the bands
15) 806–840 MHz (Earth-to-space) and 856–890 MHz
5.313A The frequency band, or portions of (space-to-Earth) are also allocated to the
the frequency band 698–790 MHz, in Australia, mobile-satellite, except aeronautical mobile-
Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, satellite (R), service. The use of these bands
China, Korea (Rep. of), Fiji, India, Indonesia, by this service shall not cause harmful inter-
Japan, Kiribati, Lao P.D.R., Malaysia, ference to, or claim protection from, services
Myanmar (Union of), New Zealand, Pakistan, in other countries operating in accordance
Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Solomon with the Table of Frequency Allocations and
is subject to special agreements between the
Islands, Samoa, Singapore, Thailand, Tonga,
administrations concerned.
Tuvalu, Vanuatu and Viet Nam, are identi-
5.320 Additional allocation: in Region 3, the
fied for use by these administrations wishing
bands 806–890 MHz and 942–960 MHz are also
to implement International Mobile Tele-
allocated to the mobile-satellite, except
communications (IMT). This identification
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R), service on
does not preclude the use of these frequency
a primary basis, subject to agreement ob-
bands by any application of the services to
tained under No. 9.21. The use of this service
which they are allocated and does not estab-
is limited to operation within national
lish priority in the Radio Regulations. In boundaries. In seeking such agreement, ap-
China, the use of IMT in this frequency band propriate protection shall be afforded to
will not start until 2015. (WRC–15) services operating in accordance with the
5.316B In Region 1, the allocation to the Table, to ensure that no harmful inter-
mobile, except aeronautical mobile, service ference is caused to such services.
in the frequency band 790–862 MHz is subject 5.322 In Region 1, in the band 862–960 MHz,
to agreement obtained under No. 9.21 with stations of the broadcasting service shall be
respect to the aeronautical radionavigation operated only in the African Broadcasting
service in countries mentioned in No. 5.312. Area (see Nos. 5.10 to 5.13) excluding Algeria,
For countries party to the GE06 Agreement, Burundi, Egypt, Spain, Lesotho, Libya, Mo-
the use of stations of the mobile service is rocco, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, South Afri-
also subject to the successful application of ca, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Zambia, subject
the procedures of that Agreement. Resolu- to agreement obtained under No. 9.21. (WRC–
tions 224 (Rev.WRC–15) and 749 (Rev.WRC–15) 12)
shall apply, as appropriate. (WRC–15) 5.323 Additional allocation: in Armenia,
5.317 Additional allocation: In Region 2 (ex- Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation,
cept Brazil, the United States and Mexico), Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan,
the frequency band 806–890 MHz is also allo- Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the
cated to the mobile-satellite service on a pri- band 862–960 MHz, in Bulgaria the bands 862–
mary basis, subject to agreement obtained 890.2 MHz and 900–935.2 MHz, in Poland the
under No. 9.21. The use of this service is in- band 862–876 MHz until 31 December 2017, and
tended for operation within national bound- in Romania the bands 862–880 MHz and 915–
aries. (WRC–15) 925 MHz, are also allocated to the aero-
5.317A The parts of the frequency band nautical radionavigation service on a pri-
698–960 MHz in Region 2 and the frequency mary basis. Such use is subject to agreement
bands 694–790 MHz in Region 1 and 790–960 obtained under No. 9.21 with administrations
MHz in Regions 1 and 3 which are allocated concerned and limited to ground-based
to the mobile service on a primary basis are radiobeacons in operation on 27 October 1997
identified for use by administrations wishing until the end of their lifetime. (WRC–12)
to implement International Mobile Tele- 5.325 Different category of service: in the
communications (IMT)—see Resolutions 224 United States, the allocation of the band 890–
(Rev.WRC–15), 760 (WRC–15) and 749 942 MHz to the radiolocation service is on a
(Rev.WRC–15), where applicable. This identi- primary basis (see No. 5.33), subject to agree-
fication does not preclude the use of these ment obtained under No. 9.21.
frequency bands by any application of the 5.325A Different category of service: In Ar-
services to which they are allocated and does gentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican
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Republic, El Salvador, Ecuador, the French transmitting space stations. In accordance
overseas departments and communities in with No. 5.329A, for systems and networks in
Region 2, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay, the radionavigation-satellite service (space-
Uruguay and Venezuela, the frequency band to-space) in the bands 1215–1300 MHz and
902–928 MHz is allocated to the land mobile 1559–1610 MHz, the provisions of Nos. 9.7, 9.12,
service on a primary basis. In Colombia, the 9.12A and 9.13 shall only apply with respect
frequency band 902–905 MHz is allocated to to other systems and networks in the radio-
the land mobile service on a primary basis. navigation-satellite service (space-to-space).
(WRC–15) (WRC–07)
5.326 Different category of service: in Chile, 5.329 Use of the radionavigation-satellite
the band 903–905 MHz is allocated to the mo- service in the band 1215–1300 MHz shall be
bile, except aeronautical mobile, service on a subject to the condition that no harmful in-
primary basis, subject to agreement obtained terference is caused to, and no protection is
under No. 9.21. claimed from, the radionavigation service
5.327 Different category of service: in Aus- authorized under No. 5.331. Furthermore, the
tralia, the allocation of the band 915–928 MHz use of the radionavigation-satellite service
to the radiolocation service is on a primary in the band 1215–1300 MHz shall be subject to
basis (see No. 5.33). the condition that no harmful interference is
5.327A The use of the frequency band 960– caused to the radiolocation service. No. 5.43
1164 MHz by the aeronautical mobile (R) shall not apply in respect of the radio-
service is limited to systems that operate in location service. Resolution 608 (Rev.WRC–
accordance with recognized international 15) shall apply. (FCC)
aeronautical standards. Such use shall be in
5.329A Use of systems in the radio-
accordance with Resolution 417 (Rev.WRC–
navigation-satellite service (space-to-space)
15). (WRC–15)
5.328 The use of the band 960–1215 MHz by operating in the bands 1215–1300 MHz and
the aeronautical radionavigation service is 1559–1610 MHz is not intended to provide safe-
reserved on a worldwide basis for the oper- ty service applications, and shall not impose
ation and development of airborne electronic any additional constraints on radio-
aids to air navigation and any directly asso- navigation-satellite service (space-to-Earth)
ciated ground-based facilities. systems or on other services operating in ac-
5.328A Stations in the radionavigation- cordance with the Table of Frequency Allo-
satellite service in the band 1164–1215 MHz cations. (WRC–07)
shall operate in accordance with the provi- 5.330 Additional allocation: in Angola,
sions of Resolution 609 (Rev.WRC–07) and Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Cam-
shall not claim protection from stations in eroon, China, Djibouti, Egypt, the United
the aeronautical radionavigation service in Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Guyana,
the band 960–1215 MHz. No. 5.43A does not India, Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
apply. The provisions of No. 21.18 shall apply. Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Nepal,
(WRC–07) Oman, Pakistan, the Philippines, Qatar, the
5.328AA The frequency band 1087.7–1092.3 Syrian Arab Republic, Somalia, Sudan,
MHz is also allocated to the aeronautical South Sudan, Chad, Togo and Yemen, the
mobile-satellite (R) service (Earth-to-space) band 1215–1300 MHz is also allocated to the
on a primary basis, limited to the space sta- fixed and mobile services on a primary basis.
tion reception of Automatic Dependent Sur- (WRC–12)
veillance-Broadcast (ADS–B) emissions from 5.331 Additional allocation: in Algeria, Ger-
aircraft transmitters that operate in accord- many, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Austria,
ance with recognized international aero- Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia
nautical standards. Stations operating in the and Herzegovina, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Bu-
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) service rundi, Cameroon, China, Korea (Rep. of),
shall not claim protection from stations op- Croatia, Denmark, Egypt, the United Arab
erating in the aeronautical radionavigation Emirates, Estonia, the Russian Federation,
service. Resolution 425 (WRC–15) shall apply. Finland, France, Ghana, Greece, Guinea,
(WRC–15) Equatorial Guinea, Hungary, India, Indo-
5.328B The use of the bands 1164–1300 MHz, nesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Ire-
1559–1610 MHz and 5010–5030 MHz by systems land, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, The
and networks in the radionavigation-sat- Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Le-
ellite service for which complete coordina- sotho, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lith-
tion or notification information, as appro- uania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Mali, Mau-
priate, is received by the ritania, Montenegro, Nigeria, Norway,
Radiocommunication Bureau after 1 January Oman, Pakistan, the Netherlands, Poland,
2005 is subject to the application of the pro- Portugal, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic,
visions of Nos. 9.12, 9.12A and 9.13. Resolution Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, Slovakia, the
610 (WRC–03) shall also apply; however, in United Kingdom, Serbia, Slovenia, Somalia,
the case of radionavigation-satellite service Sudan, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, South Afri-
(space-to-space) networks and systems, Reso- ca, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Togo,
lution 610 (WRC–03) shall only apply to Turkey, Venezuela and Viet Nam, the band
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1215–1300 MHz is also allocated to the radio- 1400–1427 MHz,
navigation service on a primary basis. In 2690–2700 MHz, except those provided for by
Canada and the United States, the band 1240– No. 5.422,
1300 MHz is also allocated to the radio- 10.68–10.7 GHz, except those provided for by
navigation service, and use of the radio- No. 5.483,
navigation service shall be limited to the 15.35–15.4 GHz, except those provided for by
aeronautical radionavigation service. (WRC– No. 5.511,
12) 23.6–24 GHz,
5.332 In the band 1215–1260 MHz, active 31.3–31.5 GHz,
spaceborne sensors in the Earth exploration-
31.5–31.8 GHz, in Region 2,
satellite and space research services shall
not cause harmful interference to, claim pro- 48.94–49.04 GHz, from airborne stations
tection from, or otherwise impose con- 50.2–50.4 GHz,2
straints on operation or development of the 52.6–54.25 GHz,
radiolocation service, the radionavigation- 86–92 GHz,
satellite service and other services allocated 100–102 GHz,
on a primary basis. 109.5–111.8 GHz,
5.334 Additional allocation: in Canada and 114.25–116 GHz,
the United States, the band 1350–1370 MHz is 148.5–151.5 GHz,
also allocated to the aeronautical radio- 164–167 GHz,
navigation service on a primary basis. 182–185 GHz,
5.335 In Canada and the United States in 190–191.8 GHz,
the band 1240–1300 MHz, active spaceborne 200–209 GHz,
sensors in the Earth exploration-satellite
226–231.5 GHz,
and space research services shall not cause
interference to, claim protection from, or 250–252 GHz.
otherwise impose constraints on operation or 5.341 In the bands 1400–1727 MHz, 101–120
development of the aeronautical radio- GHz and 197–220 GHz, passive research is
navigation service. being conducted by some countries in a pro-
5.335A In the band 1260–1300 MHz, active gramme for the search for intentional emis-
spaceborne sensors in the Earth exploration- sions of extraterrestrial origin.
satellite and space research services shall 5.341A In Region 1, the frequency bands
not cause harmful interference to, claim pro- 1427–1452 MHz and 1492–1518 MHz are identi-
tection from, or otherwise impose con- fied for use by administrations wishing to
straints on operation or development of the implement International Mobile Tele-
radiolocation service and other services allo- communications (IMT) in accordance with
cated by footnotes on a primary basis. Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC–15). This identifica-
5.337 The use of the bands 1300–1350 MHz, tion does not preclude the use of these fre-
2700–2900 MHz and 9000–9200 MHz by the aero- quency bands by any other application of the
nautical radionavigation service is restricted services to which it is allocated and does not
to ground-based radars and to associated air- establish priority in the Radio Regulations.
borne transponders which transmit only on The use of IMT stations is subject to agree-
frequencies in these bands and only when ac- ment obtained under No. 9.21 with respect to
tuated by radars operating in the same band. the aeronautical mobile service used for
5.337A The use of the band 1300–1350 MHz aeronautical telemetry in accordance with
by earth stations in the radionavigation-sat- No. 5.342. (WRC–15)
ellite service and by stations in the radio- 5.341B In Region 2, the frequency band
location service shall not cause harmful in- 1427–1518 MHz is identified for use by admin-
terference to, nor constrain the operation istrations wishing to implement Inter-
and development of, the aeronautical-radio- national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT)
navigation service. in accordance with Resolution 223
5.338 In Kyrgyzstan, Slovakia and (Rev.WRC–15). This identification does not
Turkmenistan, existing installations of the preclude the use of this frequency band by
radionavigation service may continue to op- any application of the services to which they
erate in the band 1350–1400 MHz. (WRC–12) are allocated and does not establish priority
5.338A In the frequency bands 1350–1400 in the Radio Regulations. (WRC–15)
MHz, 1427–1452 MHz, 22.55–23.55 GHz, 30–31.3 5.341C The frequency bands 1427–1452 MHz
GHz, 49.7–50.2 GHz, 50.4–50.9 GHz, 51.4–52.6 and 1492–1518 MHz are identified for use by
GHz, 81–86 GHz and 92–94 GHz, Resolution 750
(Rev.WRC–15) applies. (WRC–15)
5.339 The bands 1370–1400 MHz, 2640–2655 2 5.340.1 The allocation to the Earth explo-
MHz, 4950–4990 MHz and 15.20–15.35 GHz are ration-satellite service (passive) and the
also allocated to the space research (passive) space research service (passive) in the band
and Earth exploration-satellite (passive) 50.2–50.4 GHz should not impose undue con-
services on a secondary basis. straints on the use of the adjacent bands by

5.340 All emissions are prohibited in the the primary allocated services in those
following bands: bands.
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administrations in Region 3 wishing to im- No. 5.342. See also Resolution 761 (WRC–15).
plement International Mobile Telecommuni- (WRC–15)
cations (IMT) in accordance with Resolution NOTE: The use by Palestine of the alloca-
223 (Rev.WRC–15). The use of these frequency tion to the mobile service in the frequency
bands by the above administrations for the band 1452–1492 MHz identified for IMT is
implementation of IMT in the frequency noted, pursuant to Resolution 99 (Rev.
bands 1429–1452 MHz and 1492–1518 MHz is sub- Busan, 2014) and taking into account the
ject to agreement obtained under No. 9.21 Israeli-Palestinian Interim Agreement of 28
from countries using stations of the aero- September 1995.
nautical mobile service. This identification
does not preclude the use of these frequency 5.346A The frequency band 1452–1492 MHz
bands by any application of the services to is identified for use by administrations in
which it is allocated and does not establish Region 3 wishing to implement International
priority in the Radio Regulations. (WRC–15) Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) in accord-
5.342 Additional allocation: In Armenia, ance with Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC–15) and
Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation, Resolution 761 (WRC–15). The use of this fre-
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine, the quency band by the above administrations
frequency band 1429–1535 MHz is also allo- for the implementation of IMT is subject to
cated to the aeronautical mobile service on a agreement obtained under No. 9.21 from
primary basis, exclusively for the purposes of countries using stations of the aeronautical
aeronautical telemetry within the national mobile service. This identification does not
territory. As of 1 April 2007, the use of the preclude the use of this frequency band by
frequency band 1452–1492 MHz is subject to any application of the services to which it is
agreement between the administrations con- allocated and does not establish priority in
cerned. (WRC–15) the Radio Regulations. (WRC–15)
5.343 In Region 2, the use of the band 1435– 5.348 The use of the band 1518–1525 MHz by
1535 MHz by the aeronautical mobile service the mobile-satellite service is subject to co-
for telemetry has priority over other uses by ordination under No. 9.11A. In the band 1518–
the mobile service. 1525 MHz stations in the mobile-satellite
5.344 Alternative allocation: in the United service shall not claim protection from the
States, the band 1452–1525 MHz is allocated stations in the fixed service. No. 5.43A does
to the fixed and mobile services on a primary not apply.
basis (see also No. 5.343). 5.348A In the band 1518–1525 MHz, the co-
5.345 Use of the band 1452–1492 MHz by the ordination threshold in terms of the power
broadcasting-satellite service, and by the flux-density levels at the surface of the
broadcasting service, is limited to digital Earth in application of No. 9.11A for space
audio broadcasting and is subject to the pro- stations in the mobile-satellite (space-to-
visions of Resolution 528 (Rev.WRC–15). Earth) service, with respect to the land mo-
(FCC) bile service use for specialized mobile radios
5.346 In Algeria, Angola, Saudi Arabia, or used in conjunction with public switched
Bahrain, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, telecommunication networks (PSTN) oper-
Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Repub- ating within the territory of Japan, shall be
lic, Congo (Rep. of the), Côte d’Ivoire, ¥150 dB(W/m2) in any 4 kHz band for all an-
Djibouti, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, gles of arrival, instead of those given in
Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Iraq, Jor- Table 5–2 of Appendix 5. In the band 1518–1525
dan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lesotho, Lebanon, Libe- MHz stations in the mobile-satellite service
ria, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, shall not claim protection from stations in
Mauritius, Mauritania, Mozambique, Na- the mobile service in the territory of Japan.
mibia, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Uganda, Pal- No. 5.43A does not apply.
estine, Qatar, Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Rwan- 5.348B In the band 1518–1525 MHz, stations
da, Senegal, Seychelles, Sudan, South in the mobile-satellite service shall not
Sudan, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, claim protection from aeronautical mobile
Chad, Togo, Tunisia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, telemetry stations in the mobile service in
the frequency band 1452–1492 MHz is identi- the territory of the United States (see Nos.
fied for use by administrations listed above 5.343 and 5.344) and in the countries listed in
wishing to implement International Mobile No. 5.342. No. 5.43A does not apply.
Telecommunications (IMT) in accordance 5.349 Different category of service: in Saudi
with Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC–15). This iden- Arabia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Cameroon,
tification does not preclude the use of this Egypt, France, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
frequency band by any other application of Iraq, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, The
the services to which it is allocated and does Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
not establish priority in the Radio Regula- Lebanon, Morocco, Qatar, Syrian Arab Re-
tions. The use of this frequency band for the public, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and
implementation of IMT is subject to agree- Yemen, the allocation of the band 1525–1530
ment obtained under No. 9.21 with respect to MHz to the mobile, except aeronautical mo-
the aeronautical mobile service used for bile, service is on a primary basis (see No.
aeronautical telemetry in accordance with 5.33). (WRC–07)
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5.350 Additional allocation: in Azerbaijan, is limited to distress and safety communica-
Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, the band tions (see Article 31).
1525–1530 MHz is also allocated to the aero- 5.357 Transmissions in the band 1545–1555
nautical mobile service on a primary basis. MHz from terrestrial aeronautical stations
5.351 The bands 1525–1544 MHz, 1545–1559 directly to aircraft stations, or between air-
MHz, 1626.5–1645.5 MHz and 1646.5–1660.5 MHz craft stations, in the aeronautical mobile (R)
shall not be used for feeder links of any serv- service are also authorized when such trans-
ice. In exceptional circumstances, however, missions are used to extend or supplement
an earth station at a specified fixed point in the satellite-to-aircraft links.
any of the mobile-satellite services may be 5.357A In applying the procedures of Sec-
authorized by an administration to commu- tion II of Article 9 to the mobile-satellite
nicate via space stations using these bands. service in the frequency bands 1545–1555 MHz
5.351A For the use of the bands 1518–1544 and 1646.5–1656.5 MHz, priority shall be given
MHz, 1545–1559 MHz, 1610–1645.5 MHz, 1646.5– to accommodating the spectrum require-
1660.5 MHz, 1668–1675 MHz, 1980–2010 MHz, ments of the aeronautical mobile-satellite
2170–2200 MHz, 2483.5–2520 MHz and 2670–2690 (R) service providing transmission of mes-
MHz by the mobile-satellite service, see Res- sages with priority 1 to 6 in Article 44. Aero-
olutions 212 (Rev.WRC–15) and 225 (Rev.WRC– nautical mobile-satellite (R) service commu-
12). (FCC) nications with priority 1 to 6 in Article 44
5.352A In the frequency band 1525–1530 shall have priority access and immediate
availability, by pre-emption if necessary,
MHz, stations in the mobile-satellite service,
over all other mobile-satellite communica-
except stations in the maritime mobile-sat-
tions operating within a network. Mobile-
ellite service, shall not cause harmful inter-
satellite systems shall not cause unaccept-
ference to, or claim protection from, stations
able interference to, or claim protection
of the fixed service in Algeria, Saudi Arabia,
from, aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) serv-
Egypt, France and French overseas commu-
ice communications with priority 1 to 6 in
nities of Region 3, Guinea, India, Israel,
Article 44. Account shall be taken of the pri-
Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Mali, Morocco, Mauri-
ority of safety-related communications in
tania, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, the Phil-
the other mobile-satellite services. (The pro-
ippines, Qatar, Syrian Arab Republic, Viet visions of Resolution 222 (Rev. WRC–12) shall
Nam and Yemen notified prior to 1 April apply.) (WRC–12)
1998. (WRC–15) 5.359 Additional allocation: In Germany,
5.353A In applying the procedures of Sec- Saudi Arabia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus,
tion II of Article 9 to the mobile-satellite Benin, Cameroon, the Russian Federation,
service in the bands 1530–1544 MHz and 1626.5– France, Georgia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Jor-
1645.5 MHz, priority shall be given to accom- dan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lithuania, Mauri-
modating the spectrum requirements for dis- tania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Po-
tress, urgency and safety communications of land, the Syrian Arab Republic, Kyrgyzstan,
the Global Maritime Distress and Safety the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, Romania,
System (GMDSS). Maritime mobile-satellite Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan and
distress, urgency and safety communications Ukraine, the frequency bands 1550–1559 MHz,
shall have priority access and immediate 1610–1645.5 MHz and 1646.5–1660 MHz are also
availability over all other mobile satellite allocated to the fixed service on a primary
communications operating within a network. basis. Administrations are urged to make all
Mobile-satellite systems shall not cause un- practicable efforts to avoid the implementa-
acceptable interference to, or claim protection of new fixed-service stations in these
tion from, distress, urgency and safety com- frequency bands. (WRC–15)
munications of the GMDSS. Account shall be 5.362A In the United States, in the bands
taken of the priority of safety-related com- 1555–1559 MHz and 1656.5–1660.5 MHz, the aero-
munications in the other mobile-satellite nautical mobile-satellite (R) service shall
services. (The provisions of Resolution 222 have priority access and immediate avail-
(Rev. WRC–12) shall apply.) (FCC) ability, by pre-emption if necessary, over all
5.354 The use of the bands 1525–1559 MHz other mobile-satellite communications oper-
and 1626.5–1660.5 MHz by the mobile-satellite ating within a network. Mobile-satellite sys-
services is subject to coordination under No. tems shall not cause unacceptable inter-
9.11A. ference to, or claim protection from, aero-
5.355 Additional allocation: in Bahrain, nautical mobile-satellite (R) service commu-
Bangladesh, Congo (Rep. of the), Djibouti, nications with priority 1 to 6 in Article 44.
Egypt, Eritrea, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, Account shall be taken of the priority of
Syrian Arab Republic, Somalia, Sudan, safety-related communications in the other
South Sudan, Chad, Togo and Yemen, the mobile-satellite services.
bands 1540–1559 MHz, 1610–1645.5 MHz and 5.364 The use of the band 1610–1626.5 MHz
1646.5–1660 MHz are also allocated to the by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-to-
fixed service on a secondary basis. (WRC–12) space) and by the radiodetermination-sat-

5.356 The use of the band 1544–1545 MHz by ellite service (Earth-to-space) is subject to
the mobile-satellite service (space-to-Earth) coordination under No. 9.11A. A mobile earth
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station operating in either of the services in 5.372 Harmful interference shall not be
this band shall not produce a peak e.i.r.p. caused to stations of the radio astronomy
density in excess of ¥15 dB(W/4 kHz) in the service using the band 1610.6–1613.8 MHz by
part of the band used by systems operating stations of the radiodetermination-satellite
in accordance with the provisions of No. 5.366 and mobile-satellite services (No. 29.13 ap-
(to which No. 4.10 applies), unless otherwise plies).
agreed by the affected administrations. In 5.374 Mobile earth stations in the mobile-
the part of the band where such systems are satellite service operating in the bands
not operating, the mean e.i.r.p. density of a 1631.5–1634.5 MHz and 1656.5–1660 MHz shall
mobile earth station shall not exceed ¥3 not cause harmful interference to stations in
dB(W/4 kHz). Stations of the mobile-satellite the fixed service operating in the countries
service shall not claim protection from sta- listed in No. 5.359.
tions in the aeronautical radionavigation 5.375 The use of the band 1645.5–1646.5 MHz
service, stations operating in accordance by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-to-
with the provisions of No. 5.366 and stations space) and for inter-satellite links is limited
in the fixed service operating in accordance to distress and safety communications (see
with the provisions of No. 5.359. Administra- Article 31).
tions responsible for the coordination of mo- 5.376 Transmissions in the band 1646.5–
bile-satellite networks shall make all prac- 1656.5 MHz from aircraft stations in the aero-
ticable efforts to ensure protection of sta- nautical mobile (R) service directly to ter-
tions operating in accordance with the provi- restrial aeronautical stations, or between
sions of No. 5.366. aircraft stations, are also authorized when
5.365 The use of the band 1613.8–1626.5 MHz such transmissions are used to extend or
by the mobile-satellite service (space-to- supplement the aircraft-to-satellite links.
Earth) is subject to coordination under No. 5.376A Mobile earth stations operating in
9.11A. the band 1660–1660.5 MHz shall not cause
harmful interference to stations in the radio
5.366 The band 1610–1626.5 MHz is reserved
astronomy service.
on a worldwide basis for the use and develop-
5.379 Additional allocation: in Bangladesh,
ment of airborne electronic aids to air navi-
India, Indonesia, Nigeria and Pakistan, the
gation and any directly associated ground-
band 1660.5–1668.4 MHz is also allocated to
based or satellite-borne facilities. Such sat- the meteorological aids service on a sec-
ellite use is subject to agreement obtained ondary basis.
under No. 9.21. 5.379A Administrations are urged to give
5.367 Additional allocation: The frequency all practicable protection in the band 1660.5–
band 1610–1626.5 MHz is also allocated to the 1668.4 MHz for future research in radio as-
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) service on a tronomy, particularly by eliminating air-to-
primary basis, subject to agreement obtained ground transmissions in the meteorological
under No. 9.21. (WRC–12) aids service in the band 1664.4–1668.4 MHz as
5.368 With respect to the radiodetermin- soon as practicable.
ation-satellite and mobile-satellite services 5.379B The use of the band 1668–1675 MHz
the provisions of No. 4.10 do not apply in the by the mobile-satellite service is subject to
band 1610–1626.5 MHz, with the exception of coordination under No. 9.11A. In the band
the aeronautical radionavigation-satellite 1668–1668.4 MHz, Resolution 904 (WRC–07)
service. shall apply. (WRC–07)
5.369 Different category of service: in An- 5.379C In order to protect the radio as-
gola, Australia, China, Eritrea, Ethiopia, tronomy service in the band 1668–1670 MHz,
India, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Israel, Leb- the aggregate power flux-density values pro-
anon, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Pakistan, duced by mobile earth stations in a network
Papua New Guinea, Syrian Arab Republic, of the mobile-satellite service operating in
the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Sudan, South this band shall not exceed ¥181 dB(W/m2) in
Sudan, Togo and Zambia, the allocation of 10 MHz and ¥194 dB(W/m2) in any 20 kHz at
the band 1610–1626.5 MHz to the radio- any radio astronomy station recorded in the
determination-satellite service (Earth-to- Master International Frequency Register,
space) is on a primary basis (see No. 5.33), for more than 2% of integration periods of
subject to agreement obtained under No. 9.21 2000s.
from countries not listed in this provision. 5.379D For sharing of the band 1668.4–1675
(WRC–12) MHz between the mobile-satellite service
5.370 Different category of service: in Ven- and the fixed and mobile services, Resolution
ezuela, the allocation to the radiodetermin- 744 (Rev.WRC–07) shall apply. (WRC–07)
ation-satellite service in the band 1610–1626.5 5.379E In the band 1668.4–1675 MHz, sta-
MHz (Earth-to-space) is on a secondary basis. tions in the mobile-satellite service shall not
5.371 Additional allocation: in Region 1, the cause harmful interference to stations in the
band 1610–1626.5 MHz (Earth-to-space) is also meteorological aids service in China, Iran
allocated to the radiodetermination-satellite (Islamic Republic of), Japan and Uzbekistan.

service on a secondary basis, subject to In the band 1668.4–1675 MHz, administrations
agreement obtained under No. 9.21. (WRC–12) are urged not to implement new systems in
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the meteorological aids service and are en- No. 9.21, having particular regard to
couraged to migrate existing meteorological troposcatter systems. (WRC–15)
aids service operations to other bands as 5.387 Additional allocation: in Belarus,
soon as practicable. Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Romania,
5.380A In the band 1670–1675 MHz, stations Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, the band 1770–
in the mobile-satellite service shall not 1790 MHz is also allocated to the meteorolog-
cause harmful interference to, nor constrain ical-satellite service on a primary basis, sub-
the development of, existing earth stations ject to agreement obtained under No. 9.21.
in the meteorological-satellite service noti- (WRC–12)
fied before 1 January 2004. Any new assign- 5.388 The frequency bands 1885–2025 MHz
ment to these earth stations in this band and 2110–2200 MHz are intended for use, on a
shall also be protected from harmful inter- worldwide basis, by administrations wishing
ference from stations in the mobile-satellite to implement International Mobile Tele-
service. (WRC–07) communications (IMT). Such use does not
5.381 Additional allocation: in Afghanistan, preclude the use of these frequency bands by
Cuba, India, Iran (Islamic Republic of) and other services to which they are allocated.
Pakistan, the band 1690–1700 MHz is also allo- The frequency bands should be made avail-
cated to the fixed and mobile, except aero- able for IMT in accordance with Resolution
nautical mobile, services on a primary basis. 212 (Rev.WRC–15) (see also Resolution 223
(WRC–12) (Rev.WRC–15)). (WRC–15)
5.388A In Regions 1 and 3, the bands 1885–
5.382 Different category of service: In Saudi
1980 MHz, 2010–2025 MHz and 2110–2170 MHz
Arabia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain,
and, in Region 2, the bands 1885–1980 MHz and
Belarus, Congo (Rep. of the), Egypt, the
2110–2160 MHz may be used by high altitude
United Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia, the
platform stations as base stations to provide
Russian Federation, Guinea, Iraq, Israel,
International Mobile Telecommunications
Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, the Former
(IMT), in accordance with Resolution 221
Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Lebanon,
(Rev. WRC–07). Their use by IMT applica-
Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Oman, Uz-
tions using high altitude platform stations
bekistan, Poland, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Re- as base stations does not preclude the use of
public, Kyrgyzstan, Somalia, Tajikistan, these bands by any station in the services to
Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Yemen, the allo- which they are allocated and does not estab-
cation of the frequency band 1690–1700 MHz lish priority in the Radio Regulations.
to the fixed and mobile, except aeronautical (WRC–12)
mobile, services is on a primary basis (see 5.388B In Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain,
No. 5.33), and in the Dem. People’s Rep. of Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Comoros,
Korea, the allocation of the frequency band Côte d’Ivoire, China, Cuba, Djibouti, Egypt,
1690–1700 MHz to the fixed service is on a pri- United Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia,
mary basis (see No. 5.33) and to the mobile, Gabon, Ghana, India, Iran (Islamic Republic
except aeronautical mobile, service on a sec- of), Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Libya,
ondary basis. (WRC–15) Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Nigeria, Oman,
5.384 Additional allocation: in India, Indo- Uganda, Pakistan, Qatar, the Syrian Arab
nesia and Japan, the band 1700–1710 MHz is Republic, Senegal, Singapore, Sudan, South
also allocated to the space research service Sudan, Tanzania, Chad, Togo, Tunisia,
(space-to-Earth) on a primary basis. Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe, for the pur-
5.384A The frequency bands, 1710–1885 pose of protecting fixed and mobile services,
MHz, 2300–2400 MHz and 2500–2690 MHz, or including IMT mobile stations, in their terri-
portions thereof, are identified for use by ad- tories from co-channel interference, a high
ministrations wishing to implement Inter- altitude platform station (HAPS) operating
national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) as an IMT base station in neighbouring coun-
in accordance with Resolution 223 tries, in the bands referred to in No. 5.388A,
(Rev.WRC–15). This identification does not shall not exceed a co-channel power flux-den-
preclude the use of these frequency bands by sity of ¥127 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) at the Earth’s
any application of the services to which they surface outside a country’s borders unless
are allocated and does not establish priority explicit agreement of the affected adminis-
in the Radio Regulations. (WRC–15) tration is provided at the time of the notifi-
5.385 Additional allocation: the band 1718.8– cation of HAPS. (WRC–12)
1722.2 MHz is also allocated to the radio as- 5.389A The use of the bands 1980–2010 MHz
tronomy service on a secondary basis for and 2170–2200 MHz by the mobile-satellite
spectral line observations. service is subject to coordination under No.
5.386 Additional allocation: The frequency 9.11A and to the provisions of Resolution 716
band 1750–1850 MHz is also allocated to the (Rev. WRC–12). (FCC)
space operation (Earth-to-space) and space 5.389B The use of the band 1980–1990 MHz
research (Earth-to-space) services in Region by the mobile-satellite service shall not
2 (except in Mexico), in Australia, Guam, cause harmful interference to or constrain

India, Indonesia and Japan on a primary the development of the fixed and mobile
basis, subject to agreement obtained under services in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile,
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Ecuador, the United States, Honduras, Ja- bile service for telemetry has priority over
maica, Mexico, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad other uses by the mobile service.
and Tobago, Uruguay and Venezuela. 5.396 Space stations of the broadcasting-
5.389C The use of the bands 2010–2025 MHz satellite service in the band 2310–2360 MHz
and 2160–2170 MHz in Region 2 by the mobile- operating in accordance with No. 5.393 that
satellite service is subject to coordination may affect the services to which this band is
under No. 9.11A and to the provisions of Res- allocated in other countries shall be coordi-
olution 716 (Rev. WRC–12). (FCC) nated and notified in accordance with Reso-
5.389E The use of the bands 2010–2025 MHz lution 33 (Rev.WRC–15). Complementary ter-
and 2160–2170 MHz by the mobile-satellite restrial broadcasting stations shall be sub-
service in Region 2 shall not cause harmful ject to bilateral coordination with
interference to or constrain the development neighbouring countries prior to their bring-
of the fixed and mobile services in Regions 1 ing into use. (FCC)
and 3. 5.398 In respect of the radiodetermin-
5.389F In Algeria, Benin, Cape Verde, ation-satellite service in the band 2483.5–2500
Egypt, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Mali, Syr- MHz, the provisions of No. 4.10 do not apply.
ian Arab Republic and Tunisia, the use of the 5.398A Different category of service: In Ar-
bands 1980–2010 MHz and 2170–2200 MHz by the menia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Fed-
mobile-satellite service shall neither cause eration, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan,
harmful interference to the fixed and mobile Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Ukraine, the
services, nor hamper the development of band 2483.5–2500 MHz is allocated on a pri-
those services prior to 1 January 2005, nor mary basis to the radiolocation service. The
shall the former service request protection radiolocation stations in these countries
from the latter services. shall not cause harmful interference to, or
5.391 In making assignments to the mo- claim protection from, stations of the fixed,
bile service in the frequency bands 2025–2110 mobile and mobile-satellite services oper-
MHz and 2200–2290 MHz, administrations ating in accordance with the Radio Regula-
shall not introduce high-density mobile sys- tions in the frequency band 2483.5–2500 MHz.
tems, as described in Recommendation ITU– (WRC–12)
R SA.1154–0, and shall take that Rec- 5.399 Except for cases referred to in No.
ommendation into account for the introduc- 5.401, stations of the radiodetermination-sat-
tion of any other type of mobile system. ellite service operating in the frequency
(WRC–15) band 2483.5–2500 MHz for which notification
5.392 Administrations are urged to take information is received by the Bureau after
all practicable measures to ensure that 17 February 2012, and the service area of
space-to-space transmissions between two or which includes Armenia, Azerbaijan,
more non-geostationary satellites, in the Belarus, the Russian Federation,
space research, space operations and Earth Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan,
exploration-satellite services in the bands Tajikistan and Ukraine, shall not cause
2025–2110 MHz and 2200–2290 MHz, shall not harmful interference to, and shall not claim
impose any constraints on Earth-to-space, protection from stations of the radiolocation
space-to-Earth and other space-to-space service operating in these countries in ac-
transmissions of those services and in those cordance with No. 5.398A. (WRC–12)
bands between geostationary and non-geo- 5.401 In Angola, Australia, Bangladesh,
stationary satellites. China, Eritrea, Ethiopia, India, Iran (Islamic
5.393 Additional allocation: In Canada, the Republic of), Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Mada-
United States and India, the frequency band gascar, Mali, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea,
2310–2360 MHz is also allocated to the broad- Syrian Arab Republic, Dem. Rep. of the
casting-satellite service (sound) and com- Congo, Sudan, Swaziland, Togo and Zambia,
plementary terrestrial sound broadcasting the frequency band 2483.5–2500 MHz was al-
service on a primary basis. Such use is lim- ready allocated on a primary basis to the
ited to digital audio broadcasting and is sub- radiodetermination-satellite service before
ject to the provisions of Resolution 528 WRC–12, subject to agreement obtained
(Rev.WRC–15), with the exception of resolves under No. 9.21 from countries not listed in
3 in regard to the limitation on broad- this provision. Systems in the radio-
casting-satellite systems in the upper 25 determination-satellite service for which
MHz. (WRC–15) complete coordination information has been
5.394 In the United States, the use of the received by the Radiocommunication Bureau
band 2300–2390 MHz by the aeronautical mo- before 18 February 2012 will retain their reg-
bile service for telemetry has priority over ulatory status, as of the date of receipt of
other uses by the mobile services. In Canada, the coordination request information. (WRC–
the use of the band 2360–2400 MHz by the 15)
aeronautical mobile service for telemetry 5.402 The use of the band 2483.5–2500 MHz
has priority over other uses by the mobile by the mobile-satellite and the radio-
services. (WRC–07) determination-satellite services is subject to

5.395 In France and Turkey, the use of the the coordination under No. 9.11A. Adminis-
band 2310–2360 MHz by the aeronautical mo- trations are urged to take all practicable
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steps to prevent harmful interference to the ritory of the administration notifying the
radio astronomy service from emissions in mobile-satellite service network:
the 2483.5–2500 MHz band, especially those ¥136 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 0° ≤q ≤5°
caused by second-harmonic radiation that
¥136 + 0.55 (q ¥ 5) dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 5° <q
would fall into the 4990–5000 MHz band allo-
≤25°
cated to the radio astronomy service world-
wide. ¥125 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 25° <q ≤90°
5.403 Subject to agreement obtained under where q is the angle of arrival of the incident
No. 9.21, the band 2520–2535 MHz may also be wave above the horizontal plane, in degrees.
used for the mobile-satellite (space-to- Outside this area Table 21–4 of Article 21
Earth), except aeronautical mobile-satellite, shall apply. Furthermore, the coordination
service for operation limited to within na- thresholds in Table 5–2 of Annex 1 to Appen-
tional boundaries. The provisions of No. dix 5 of the Radio Regulations (Edition of
9.11A apply. (WRC–07) 2004), in conjunction with the applicable pro-
5.404 Additional allocation: in India and visions of Articles 9 and 11 associated with
Iran (Islamic Republic of), the band 2500– No. 9.11A, shall apply to systems for which
2516.5 MHz may also be used for the radio- complete notification information has been
determination-satellite service (space-to- received by the Radicommunication Bureau
Earth) for operation limited to within na- by 14 November 2007 and that have been
tional boundaries, subject to agreement ob- brought into use by that date. (WRC–07)
tained under No. 9.21. 5.415 The use of the bands 2500–2690 MHz
5.407 In the band 2500–2520 MHz, the power in Region 2 and 2500–2535 MHz and 2655–2690
flux-density at the surface of the Earth from MHz in Region 3 by the fixed-satellite serv-
space stations operating in the mobile-sat- ice is limited to national and regional sys-
ellite (space-to-Earth) service shall not ex- tems, subject to agreement obtained under
ceed ¥152 dB (W/(m2 · 4 kHz)) in Argentina, No. 9.21, giving particular attention to the
unless otherwise agreed by the administra- broadcasting-satellite service in Region 1.
tions concerned. (WRC–07)
5.410 The band 2500–2690 MHz may be used 5.415A Additional allocation: in India and
for tropospheric scatter systems in Region 1, Japan, subject to agreement obtained under
subject to agreement obtained under No. No. 9.21, the band 2515–2535 MHz may also be
9.21. No. 9.21 does not apply to tropospheric used for the aeronautical mobile-satellite
scatter links situated entirely outside Re- service (space-to-Earth) for operation lim-
gion 1. Administrations shall make all prac- ited to within their national boundaries.
ticable efforts to avoid developing new tro- 5.416 The use of the band 2520–2670 MHz by
pospheric scatter systems in this band. When the broadcasting-satellite service is limited
planning new tropospheric scatter radio- to national and regional systems for commu-
relay links in this band, all possible meas- nity reception, subject to agreement ob-
ures shall be taken to avoid directing the an- tained under No. 9.21. The provisions of No.
tennas of these links towards the geo- 9.19 shall be applied by administrations in
stationary-satellite orbit. (WRC–12) this band in their bilateral and multilateral
5.412 Alternative allocation: in Kyrgyzstan negotiations. (WRC–07)
and Turkmenistan, the band 2500–2690 MHz is 5.418 Additional allocation: In India, the
allocated to the fixed and mobile, except frequency band 2535–2655 MHz is also allo-
aeronautical mobile, services on a primary cated to the broadcasting-satellite service
basis. (WRC–12) (sound) and complementary terrestrial
5.413 In the design of systems in the broadcasting service on a primary basis.
broadcasting-satellite service in the bands Such use is limited to digital audio broad-
between 2500 MHz and 2690 MHz, administra- casting and is subject to the provisions of
tions are urged to take all necessary steps to Resolution 528 (Rev.WRC–15). The provisions
protect the radio astronomy service in the of No. 5.416 and Table 21–4 of Article 21, do
band 2690–2700 MHz. not apply to this additional allocation. Use
5.414 The allocation of the frequency band of non-geostationary-satellite systems in the
2500–2520 MHz to the mobile-satellite service broadcasting-satellite service (sound) is sub-
(space-to-Earth) is subject to coordination ject to Resolution 539 (Rev.WRC–15). Geo-
under No. 9.11A. (WRC–07) stationary broadcasting-satellite service
5.414A In Japan and India, the use of the (sound) systems for which complete Appen-
bands 2500–2520 MHz and 2520–2535 MHz, under dix 4 coordination information has been re-
No. 5.403, by a satellite network in the mo- ceived after 1 June 2005 are limited to sys-
bile-satellite service (space-to-Earth) is lim- tems intended for national coverage. The
ited to operation within national boundaries power flux-density at the Earth’s surface
and subject to the application of No. 9.11A. produced by emissions from a geostationary
The following pfd values shall be used as a broadcasting-satellite service (sound) space
threshold for coordination under No. 9.11A, station operating in the frequency band 2630–
for all conditions and for all methods of mod- 2655 MHz, and for which complete Appendix 4
ulation, in an area of 1000 km around the ter- coordination information has been received
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after 1 June 2005, shall not exceed the fol- operating in this band prior to 3 March 1992.
lowing limits, for all conditions and for all The coordination of mobile-satellite systems
methods of modulation: in the band shall be in accordance with No.
—130 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 0° ≤ q ≤ 5° 9.11A. (WRC–07)
—130 + 0.4 (q¥5) dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 5° < q 5.420 The band 2655–2670 MHz may also be
≤ 25° used for the mobile-satellite (Earth-to-
—122 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for 25° < q ≤ 90° space), except aeronautical mobile-satellite,
service for operation limited to within na-
where q is the angle of arrival of the incident
tional boundaries, subject to agreement ob-
wave above the horizontal plane, in degrees.
tained under No. 9.21. The coordination
These limits may be exceeded on the terri- under No. 9.11A applies. (WRC–07)
tory of any country whose administration 5.422 Additional allocation: in Saudi Ara-
has so agreed. As an exception to the limits bia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus,
above, the pfd value of ¥122 dB(W/(m2 · Brunei Darussalam, Congo (Rep. of the), Côte
MHz)) shall be used as a threshold for coordi- d’Ivoire, Cuba, Djibouti, Egypt, the United
nation under No. 9.11 in an area of 1500 km Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon,
around the territory of the administration Georgia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Iran (Is-
notifying the broadcasting-satellite service lamic Republic of), Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Ku-
(sound) system. wait, Lebanon, Mauritania, Mongolia, Mon-
In addition, an administration listed in tenegro, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, the Phil-
this provision shall not have simultaneously ippines, Qatar, Syrian Arab Republic,
two overlapping frequency assignments, one Kyrgyzstan, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Ro-
under this provision and the other under No. mania, Somalia, Tajikistan, Tunisia,
5.416 for systems for which complete Appen- Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Yemen, the band
dix 4 coordination information has been re- 2690–2700 MHz is also allocated to the fixed
ceived after 1 June 2005. (WRC–15) and mobile, except aeronautical mobile,
5.418A In certain Region 3 countries listed services on a primary basis. Such use is lim-
in No. 5.418, use of the band 2630–2655 MHz by ited to equipment in operation by 1 January
non-geostationary-satellite systems in the 1985. (WRC–12)
broadcasting-satellite service (sound) for 5.423 In the band 2700–2900 MHz, ground-
which complete Appendix 4 coordination in- based radars used for meteorological pur-
formation, or notification information, has poses are authorized to operate on a basis of
been received after 2 June 2000, is subject to equality with stations of the aeronautical
the application of the provisions of No. 9.12A, radionavigation service.
in respect of geostationary-satellite net- 5.424 Additional allocation: in Canada, the
works for which complete Appendix 4 coordi- band 2850–2900 MHz is also allocated to the
nation information, or notification informa- maritime radionavigation service, on a pri-
tion, is considered to have been received mary basis, for use by shore-based radars.
after 2 June 2000, and No. 22.2 does not apply. 5.424A In the band 2900–3100 MHz, stations
No. 22.2 shall continue to apply with respect in the radiolocation service shall not cause
to geostationary-satellite networks for harmful interference to, nor claim protec-
which complete Appendix 4 coordination in- tion from, radar systems in the radio-
formation, or notification information, is navigation service.
considered to have been received before 3 5.425 In the band 2900–3100 MHz, the use of
June 2000. the shipborne interrogator-transponder (SIT)
5.418B Use of the band 2630–2655 MHz by system shall be confined to the sub-band
non-geostationary-satellite systems in the 2930–2950 MHz.
broadcasting-satellite service (sound), pursu- 5.426 The use of the band 2900–3100 MHz by
ant to No. 5.418, for which complete Appen- the aeronautical radionavigation service is
dix 4 coordination information, or notifica- limited to ground-based radars.
tion information, has been received after 2 5.427 In the bands 2900–3100 MHz and 9300–
June 2000, is subject to the application of the 9500 MHz, the response from radar tran-
provisions of No. 9.12. sponders shall not be capable of being con-
5.418C Use of the band 2630–2655 MHz by fused with the response from radar beacons
geostationary-satellite networks for which (racons) and shall not cause interference to
complete Appendix 4 coordination informa- ship or aeronautical radars in the radio-
tion, or notification information, has been navigation service, having regard, however,
received after 2 June 2000 is subject to the to No. 4.9.
application of the provisions of No. 9.13 with 5.428 Additional allocation: In Azerbaijan,
respect to non-geostationary-satellite sys- Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, the fre-
tems in the broadcasting-satellite service quency band 3100–3300 MHz is also allocated
(sound), pursuant to No. 5.418 and No. 22.2 to the radionavigation service on a primary
does not apply. basis. (WRC–15)
5.419 When introducing systems of the 5.429 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
mobile-satellite service in the band 2670–2690 bia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Brunei
MHz, administrations shall take all nec- Darussalam, Cambodia, Cameroon, China,
essary steps to protect the satellite systems Congo (Rep. of the), Korea (Rep. of), Côte
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d’Ivoire, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, 3300–3400 MHz shall not cause harmful inter-
India, Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), ference to, or claim protection from, stations
Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, operating in the radiolocation service.
Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Oman, Uganda, (WRC–15)
Pakistan, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic, 5.429D In the following countries in Re-
the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, the Dem. Peo- gion 2: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ec-
ple’s Rep. of Korea, Sudan and Yemen, the uador, Mexico and Uruguay, the use of the
frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is also allo- frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is identified
cated to the fixed and mobile services on a for the implementation of International Mo-
primary basis. The countries bordering the bile Telecommunications (IMT). Such use
Mediterranean shall not claim protection for shall be in accordance with Resolution 223
their fixed and mobile services from the (Rev.WRC–15). This use in Argentina and
radiolocation service. (WRC–15) Uruguay is subject to the application of No.
5.429A Additional allocation: In Angola, 9.21. The use of the frequency band 3300–3400
Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, MHz by IMT stations in the mobile service
Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Lesotho, Li- shall not cause harmful interference to, or
beria, Malawi, Mauritania, Mozambique, Na- claim protection from, systems in the radio-
mibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sudan, South location service, and administrations wish-
Sudan, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, ing to implement IMT shall obtain the
Chad, Togo, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the fre- agreement of neighbouring countries to pro-
quency band 3300–3400 MHz is allocated to tect operations within the radiolocation
the mobile, except aeronautical mobile, serv- service. This identification does not preclude
ice on a primary basis. Stations in the mo- the use of this frequency band by any appli-
bile service operating in the frequency band cation of the services to which it is allocated
3300–3400 MHz shall not cause harmful inter- and does not establish priority in the Radio
ference to, or claim protection from, stations Regulations. (WRC–15)
operating in the radiolocation service. 5.429E Additional allocation: In Papua New
(WRC–15) Guinea, the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is
5.429B In the following countries of Re- allocated to the mobile, except aeronautical
gion 1 south of 30° parallel north: Angola, mobile, service on a primary basis. Stations
Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, in the mobile service operating in the fre-
Cameroon, Congo (Rep. of the), Côte d’Ivoire, quency band 3300–3400 MHz shall not cause
Egypt, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, harmful interference to, or claim protection
Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mauri- from, stations operating in the radiolocation
tania, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, service. (WRC–15)
Uganda, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, Rwan- 5.429F In the following countries in Re-
da, Sudan, South Sudan, South Africa, Swa- gion 3: Cambodia, India, Lao P.D.R., Paki-
ziland, Tanzania, Chad, Togo, Zambia and stan, the Philippines and Viet Nam, the use
Zimbabwe, the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz of the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is iden-
is identified for the implementation of Inter- tified for the implementation of Inter-
national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT).
The use of this frequency band shall be in ac- Such use shall be in accordance with Resolu-
cordance with Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC–15). tion 223 (Rev.WRC–15). The use of the fre-
The use of the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz quency band 3300–3400 MHz by IMT stations
by IMT stations in the mobile service shall in the mobile service shall not cause harmful
not cause harmful interference to, or claim interference to, or claim protection from,
protection from, systems in the radio- systems in the radiolocation service. Before
location service, and administrations wish- an administration brings into use a base or
ing to implement IMT shall obtain the mobile station of an IMT system in this fre-
agreement of neighbouring countries to pro- quency band, it shall seek agreement under
tect operations within the radiolocation No. 9.21 with neighbouring countries to pro-
service. This identification does not preclude tect the radiolocation service. This identi-
the use of this frequency band by any appli- fication does not preclude the use of this fre-
cation of the services to which it is allocated quency band by any application of the serv-
and does not establish priority in the Radio ices to which it is allocated and does not es-
Regulations. (WRC–15) tablish priority in the Radio Regulations.
5.429C Different category of service: In Ar- (WRC–15)
gentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecua- 5.430 Additional allocation: In Azerbaijan,
dor, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay and Uru- Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, the fre-
guay, the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is al- quency band 3300–3400 MHz is also allocated
located to the mobile, except aeronautical to the radionavigation service on a primary
mobile, service on a primary basis. In Argen- basis. (WRC–15)
tina, Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico and Para- 5.430A The allocation of the frequency
guay, the frequency band 3300–3400 MHz is band 3400–3600 MHz to the mobile, except
also allocated to the fixed service on a pri- aeronautical mobile, service is subject to
mary basis. Stations in the fixed and mobile agreement obtained under No. 9.21. This fre-
services operating in the frequency band quency band is identified for International
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Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). This other administration is met, the calculations
identification does not preclude the use of and verification shall be made, taking into
this frequency band by any application of account all relevant information, with the
the services to which it is allocated and does mutual agreement of both administrations
not establish priority in the Radio Regula- (the administration responsible for the ter-
tions. The provisions of Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 restrial station and the administration re-
shall also apply in the coordination phase. sponsible for the earth station), with the as-
Before an administration brings into use a sistance of the Bureau if so requested. In
(base or mobile) station of the mobile service case of disagreement, the calculation and
in this frequency band, it shall ensure that verification of the pfd shall be made by the
the power flux-density (pfd) produced at 3 m Bureau, taking into account the information
above ground does not exceed ¥154.5 dB(W/ referred to above. Stations of the mobile
(m2 · 4 kHz)) for more than 20% of time at the service, including IMT systems, in the fre-
border of the territory of any other adminis- quency band 3400–3600 MHz shall not claim
tration. This limit may be exceeded on the more protection from space stations than
territory of any country whose administra- that provided in Table 21–4 of the Radio Reg-
tion has so agreed. In order to ensure that ulations (Edition of 2004). (WRC–15)
the pfd limit at the border of the territory of 5.432 Different category of service: in Korea
any other administration is met, the calcula- (Rep. of), Japan and Pakistan, the allocation
tions and verification shall be made, taking of the band 3400–3500 MHz to the mobile, ex-
into account all relevant information, with cept aeronautical mobile, service is on a pri-
the mutual agreement of both administra- mary basis (see No. 5.33).
tions (the administration responsible for the 5.432A In Korea (Rep. of), Japan and Paki-
terrestrial station and the administration stan, the band 3400–3500 MHz is identified for
responsible for the earth station) and with International Mobile Telecommunications
the assistance of the Bureau if so requested. (IMT). This identification does not preclude
In case of disagreement, calculation and the use of this band by any application of the
verification of the pfd shall be made by the services to which it is allocated and does not
Bureau, taking into account the information establish priority in the Radio Regulations.
referred to above. Stations of the mobile At the stage of coordination the provisions
service in the frequency band 3400–3600 MHz of Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 also apply. Before an ad-
shall not claim more protection from space ministration brings into use a (base or mo-
stations than that provided in Table 21–4 of bile) station of the mobile service in this
the Radio Regulations (Edition of 2004). This band it shall ensure that the power flux-den-
allocation is effective from 17 November 2010. sity (pfd) produced at 3 m above ground does
(WRC–15) not exceed ¥154.5 dB(W/(m2 4 kHz)) for more
5.431 Additional allocation: In Germany than 20% of time at the border of the terri-
and Israel, the frequency band 3400–3475 MHz tory of any other administration. This limit
is also allocated to the amateur service on a may be exceeded on the territory of any
secondary basis. (WRC–15) country whose administration has so agreed.
5.431A In Region 2, the allocation of the In order to ensure that the pfd limit at the
frequency band 3400–3500 MHz to the mobile, border of the territory of any other adminis-
except aeronautical mobile, service on a pri- tration is met, the calculations and
mary basis is subject to agreement obtained verification shall be made, taking into ac-
under No. 9.21. (WRC–15) count all relevant information, with the mu-
5.431B In Region 2, the frequency band tual agreement of both administrations (the
3400–3600 MHz is identified for use by admin- administration responsible for the terres-
istrations wishing to implement Inter- trial station and the administration respon-
national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). sible for the earth station), with the assist-
This identification does not preclude the use ance of the Bureau if so requested. In case of
of this frequency band by any application of disagreement, the calculation and
the services to which it is allocated and does verification of the pfd shall be made by the
not establish priority in the Radio Regula- Bureau, taking into account the information
tions. At the stage of coordination the provi- referred to above. Stations of the mobile
sions of Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 also apply. Before service in the band 3400–3500 MHz shall not
an administration brings into use a base or claim more protection from space stations
mobile station of an IMT system, it shall than that provided in Table 21–4 of the Radio
seek agreement under No. 9.21 with other ad- Regulations (Edition of 2004). (WRC–07)
ministrations and ensure that the power 5.432B Different category of service: In Aus-
flux-density (pfd) produced at 3 m above tralia, Bangladesh, China, French overseas
ground does not exceed ¥154.5 dB(W/(m2 · 4 communities of Region 3, India, Iran (Is-
kHz)) for more than 20% of time at the bor- lamic Republic of), New Zealand, the Phil-
der of the territory of any other administra- ippines and Singapore, the frequency band
tion. This limit may be exceeded on the ter- 3400–3500 MHz is allocated to the mobile, ex-
ritory of any country whose administration cept aeronautical mobile, service on a pri-
has so agreed. In order to ensure that the pfd mary basis, subject to agreement obtained
limit at the border of the territory of any under No. 9.21 with other administrations
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§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
and is identified for International Mobile limit at the border of the territory of any
Telecommunications (IMT). This identifica- other administration is met, the calculations
tion does not preclude the use of this band and verification shall be made, taking into
by any application of the services to which it account all relevant information, with the
is allocated and does not establish priority mutual agreement of both administrations
in the Radio Regulations. At the stage of co- (the administration responsible for the ter-
ordination the provisions of Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 restrial station and the administration re-
also apply. Before an administration brings sponsible for the earth station), with the as-
into use a (base or mobile) station of the mo- sistance of the Bureau if so requested. In
bile service in this band it shall ensure that case of disagreement, the calculation and
the power flux-density (pfd) produced at 3 m verification of the pfd shall be made by the
above ground does not exceed ¥also apply. Bureau, taking into account the information
Be· 4 kHz)) for more than 20% of time at the referred to above. Stations of the mobile
border of the territory of any other adminis- service in the frequency band 3500–3600 MHz
tration. This limit may be exceeded on the shall not claim more protection from space
territory of any country whose administra- stations than that provided in Table 21–4 of
tion has so agreed. In order to ensure that the Radio Regulations (Edition of 2004).
the pfd limit at the border of the territory of (WRC–15)
any other administration is met, the calcula- 5.434 In Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica and
tions and verification shall be made, taking the United States, the frequency band 3600–
into account all relevant information, with 3700 MHz, or portions thereof, is identified
the mutual agreement of both administra- for use by these administrations wishing to
tions (the administration responsible for the implement International Mobile Tele-
terrestrial station and the administration communications (IMT). This identification
responsible for the earth station), with the does not preclude the use of this frequency
assistance of the Bureau if so requested. In band by any application of the services to
case of disagreement, the calculation and which it is allocated and does not establish
verification of the pfd shall be made by the priority in the Radio Regulations. At the
Bureau, taking into account the information stage of coordination the provisions of Nos.
referred to above. Stations of the mobile 9.17 and 9.18 also apply. Before an adminis-
service in the band 3400–3500 MHz shall not tration brings into use a base or mobile sta-
claim more protection from space stations tion of an IMT system, it shall seek agree-
than that provided in Table 21–4 of the Radio ment under No. 9.21 with other administra-
Regulations (Edition of 2004). (WRC–15) tions and ensure that the power flux-density
5.433 In Regions 2 and 3, in the band 3400– (pfd) produced at 3 m above ground does not
3600 MHz the radiolocation service is allo- exceed ¥154.5 dB(W/(m2 · 4 kHz)) for more
cated on a primary basis. However, all ad- than 20% of time at the border of the terri-
ministrations operating radiolocation sys- tory of any other administration. This limit
tems in this band are urged to cease oper- may be exceeded on the territory of any
ations by 1985. Thereafter, administrations country whose administration has so agreed.
shall take all practicable steps to protect the In order to ensure that the pfd limit at the
fixed-satellite service and coordination re- border of the territory of any other adminis-
quirements shall not be imposed on the tration is met, the calculations and
fixed-satellite service. verification shall be made, taking into ac-
5.433A In Australia, Bangladesh, China, count all relevant information, with the mu-
French overseas communities of Region 3, tual agreement of both administrations (the
Korea (Rep. of), India, Iran (Islamic Republic administration responsible for the terres-
of), Japan, New Zealand, Pakistan and the trial station and the administration respon-
Philippines, the frequency band 3500–3600 sible for the earth station), with the assist-
MHz is identified for International Mobile ance of the Bureau if so requested. In case of
Telecommunications (IMT). This identifica- disagreement, the calculation and
tion does not preclude the use of this fre- verification of the pfd shall be made by the
quency band by any application of the serv- Bureau, taking into account the information
ices to which it is allocated and does not es- referred to above. Stations of the mobile
tablish priority in the Radio Regulations. At service, including IMT systems, in the fre-
the stage of coordination the provisions of quency band 3600–3700 MHz shall not claim
Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 also apply. Before an ad- more protection from space stations than
ministration brings into use a (base or mo- that provided in Table 21–4 of the Radio Reg-
bile) station of the mobile service in this fre- ulations (Edition of 2004). (WRC–15)
quency band it shall ensure that the power 5.435 In Japan, in the band 3620–3700 MHz,
flux-density (pfd) produced at 3 m above the radiolocation service is excluded.
ground does not exceed ¥154.5 dB(W/(m2 · 4 5.436 Use of the frequency band 4200–4400
kHz)) for more than 20% of time at the bor- MHz by stations in the aeronautical mobile
der of the territory of any other administra- (R) service is reserved exclusively for wire-
tion. This limit may be exceeded on the ter- less avionics intra-communication systems
ritory of any country whose administration that operate in accordance with recognized
has so agreed. In order to ensure that the pfd international aeronautical standards. Such
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use shall be in accordance with Resolution ellite service and of the complete coordina-
424 (WRC–15). (WRC–15) tion or notification information, as appro-
5.437 Passive sensing in the Earth explo- priate, for the geostationary-satellite net-
ration-satellite and space research services works, and No. 5.43A does not apply. Non-
may be authorized in the frequency band geostationary-satellite systems in the fixed-
4200–4400 MHz on a secondary basis. (WRC–15) satellite service in the above bands shall be
5.438 Use of the frequency band 4200–4400 operated in such a way that any unaccept-
MHz by the aeronautical radionavigation able interference that may occur during
service is reserved exclusively for radio al- their operation shall be rapidly eliminated.
timeters installed on board aircraft and for 5.441A In Uruguay, the frequency band
the associated transponders on the ground. 4800–4900 MHz, or portions thereof, is identi-
(WRC–15) fied for the implementation of International
5.439 Additional allocation: In Iran (Islamic Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). This
Republic of), the band 4200–4400 MHz is also identification does not preclude the use of
allocated to the fixed service on a secondary this frequency band by any application of
basis. (WRC–12) the services to which it is allocated and does
5.440 The standard frequency and time not establish priority in the Radio Regula-
signal-satellite service may be authorized to tions. The use of this frequency band for the
use the frequency 4202 MHz for space-to- implementation of IMT is subject to agree-
Earth transmissions and the frequency 6427 ment obtained with neighbouring countries,
MHz for Earth-to-space transmissions. Such and IMT stations shall not claim protection
transmissions shall be confined within the from stations of other applications of the
limits of ±2 MHz of these frequencies, subject mobile service. Such use shall be in accord-
to agreement obtained under No. 9.21. ance with Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC–15).
5.440A In Region 2 (except Brazil, Cuba, (WRC–15)
French overseas departments and commu- 5.441B In Cambodia, Lao P.D.R. and Viet
nities, Guatemala, Paraguay, Uruguay and Nam, the frequency band 4800–4990 MHz, or
Venezuela), and in Australia, the band 4400– portions thereof, is identified for use by ad-
4940 MHz may be used for aeronautical mo- ministrations wishing to implement Inter-
bile telemetry for flight testing by aircraft national Mobile Telecommunications (IMT).
stations (see No. 1.83). Such use shall be in This identification does not preclude the use
accordance with Resolution 416 (WRC–07) and of this frequency band by any application of
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor the services to which it is allocated and does
claim protection from, the fixed-satellite not establish priority in the Radio Regula-
and fixed services. Any such use does not tions. The use of this frequency band for the
preclude the use of this band by other mobile implementation of IMT is subject to agree-
service applications or by other services to ment obtained under No. 9.21 with concerned
which this band is allocated on a co-primary administrations, and IMT stations shall not
basis and does not establish priority in the claim protection from stations of other ap-
Radio Regulations. (WRC–07) plications of the mobile service. In addition,
5.441 The use of the bands 4500–4800 MHz before an administration brings into use an
(space-to-Earth), 6725–7025 MHz (Earth-to- IMT station in the mobile service, it shall
space) by the fixed-satellite service shall be ensure that the power flux-density produced
in accordance with the provisions of Appen- by this station does not exceed ¥155 dB(W/
dix 30B. The use of the bands 10.7–10.95 GHz (m2 · 1 MHz)) produced up to 19 km above sea
(space-to-Earth), 11.2–11.45 GHz (space-to- level at 20 km from the coast, defined as the
Earth) and 12.75–13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) low-water mark, as officially recognized by
by geostationary-satellite systems in the the coastal State. This criterion is subject to
fixed-satellite service shall be in accordance review at WRC–19. See Resolution 223
with the provisions of Appendix 30B. The use (Rev.WRC–15). This identification shall be ef-
of the bands 10.7–10.95 GHz (space-to-Earth), fective after WRC–19. (WRC–15)
11.2–11.45 GHz (space-to-Earth) and 12.75–13.25 5.442 In the frequency bands 4825–4835 MHz
GHz (Earth-to-space) by a non-geo- and 4950–4990 MHz, the allocation to the mo-
stationary-satellite system in the fixed-sat- bile service is restricted to the mobile, ex-
ellite service is subject to application of the cept aeronautical mobile, service. In Region
provisions of No. 9.12 for coordination with 2 (except Brazil, Cuba, Guatemala, Mexico,
other non-geostationary-satellite systems in Paraguay, Uruguay and Venezuela), and in
the fixed-satellite service. Non-geo- Australia, the frequency band 4825–4835 MHz
stationary-satellite systems in the fixed-sat- is also allocated to the aeronautical mobile
ellite service shall not claim protection from service, limited to aeronautical mobile te-
geostationary-satellite networks in the lemetry for flight testing by aircraft sta-
fixed-satellite service operating in accord- tions. Such use shall be in accordance with
ance with the Radio Regulations, irrespec- Resolution 416 (WRC–07) and shall not cause
tive of the dates of receipt by the Bureau of harmful interference to the fixed service.
the complete coordination or notification in- (WRC–15)

formation, as appropriate, for the non-geo- 5.443 Different category of service: in Argen-
stationary-satellite systems in the fixed-sat- tina, Australia and Canada, the allocation of
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the bands 4825–4835 MHz and 4950–4990 MHz to systems in the mobile-satellite service shall
the radio astronomy service is on a primary be subject to application of Resolution 114
basis (see No. 5.33). (Rev.WRC–15). Moreover, to ensure that the
5.443AA In the frequency bands 5000–5030 aeronautical radionavigation service is pro-
MHz and 5091–5150 MHz, the aeronautical mo- tected from harmful interference, coordina-
bile-satellite (R) service is subject to agree- tion is required for feeder-link earth stations
ment obtained under No. 9.21. The use of of the non-geostationary satellite systems in
these bands by the aeronautical mobile-sat- the mobile-satellite service which are sepa-
ellite (R) service is limited to internation- rated by less than 450 km from the territory
ally standardized aeronautical systems. of an administration operating ground sta-
(WRC–12) tions in the aeronautical radionavigation
5.443B In order not to cause harmful in- service. (WRC–15)
terference to the microwave landing system 5.444B The use of the frequency band 5091–
operating above 5030 MHz, the aggregate 5150 MHz by the aeronautical mobile service
power flux-density produced at the Earth’s is limited to:
surface in the frequency band 5030–5150 MHz —systems operating in the aeronautical mo-
by all the space stations within any radio- bile (R) service and in accordance with
navigation-satellite service system (space- international aeronautical standards, lim-
to-Earth) operating in the frequency band ited to surface applications at airports.
5010–5030 MHz shall not exceed ¥124.5 dB(W/ Such use shall be in accordance with Reso-
m2) in a 150 kHz band. In order not to cause lution 748 (Rev.WRC–15);
harmful interference to the radio astronomy —aeronautical telemetry transmissions from
service in the frequency band 4990–5000 MHz, aircraft stations (see No. 1.83) in accord-
radionavigation-satellite service systems op- ance with Resolution 418 (Rev.WRC–15).
erating in the frequency band 5010–5030 MHz (WRC–15)
shall comply with the limits in the fre-
5.446 Additional allocation: In the countries
quency band 4990–5000 MHz defined in Resolu-
tion 741 (Rev.WRC–15). (WRC–15) listed in No. 5.369, the frequency band 5150–
5.443C The use of the frequency band 5030– 5216 MHz is also allocated to the radio-
5091 MHz by the aeronautical mobile (R) determination-satellite service (space-to-
service is limited to internationally stand- Earth) on a primary basis, subject to agree-
ardized aeronautical systems. Unwanted ment obtained under No. 9.21. In Region 2
emissions from the aeronautical mobile (R) (except in Mexico), the frequency band is
service in the frequency band 5030–5091 MHz also allocated to the radiodetermination-sat-
shall be limited to protect RNSS system ellite service (space-to-Earth) on a primary
downlinks in the adjacent 5010–5030 MHz basis. In Regions 1 and 3, except those coun-
band. Until such time that an appropriate tries listed in No. 5.369 and Bangladesh, the
value is established in a relevant ITU–R Rec- frequency band is also allocated to the radio-
ommendation, the e.i.r.p. density limit of determination-satellite service (space-to-
¥75 dBW/MHz in the frequency band 5010–5030 Earth) on a secondary basis. The use by the
MHz for any AM(R)S station unwanted emis- radiodetermination-satellite service is lim-
sion should be used. (WRC–12) ited to feeder links in conjunction with the
5.443D In the frequency band 5030–5091 radiodetermination-satellite service oper-
MHz, the aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) ating in the frequency bands 1610–1626.5 MHz
service is subject to coordination under No. and/or 2483.5–2500 MHz. The total power flux-
9.11A. The use of this frequency band by the density at the Earth’s surface shall in no
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) service is case exceed ¥159 dB (W/m2) in any 4 kHz
limited to internationally standardized aero- band for all angles of arrival. (WRC–15)
nautical systems. (WRC–12) 5.446A The use of the bands 5150–5350 MHz
5.444 The frequency band 5030–5150 MHz is and 5470–5725 MHz by the stations in the mo-
to be used for the operation of the inter- bile, except aeronautical mobile, service
national standard system (microwave land- shall be in accordance with Resolution 229
ing system) for precision approach and land- (Rev. WRC–12). (WRC–12)
ing. In the frequency band 5030–5091 MHz, the 5.446B In the band 5150–5250 MHz, stations
requirements of this system shall have pri- in the mobile service shall not claim protec-
ority over other uses of this frequency band. tion from earth stations in the fixed-sat-
For the use of the frequency band 5091–5150 ellite service. No. 5.43A does not apply to the
MHz, No. 5.444A and Resolution 114 mobile service with respect to fixed-satellite
(Rev.WRC–15) apply. (WRC–15) service earth stations.
5.444A The use of the allocation to the 5.446C Additional allocation: In Region 1
fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space) in the (except in Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain,
frequency band 5091–5150 MHz is limited to Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Ku-
feeder links of non-geostationary satellite wait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Syr-
systems in the mobile-satellite service and is ian Arab Republic, Sudan, South Sudan and
subject to coordination under No. 9.11A. The Tunisia) and in Brazil, the band 5150–5250
use of the frequency band 5091–5150 MHz by MHz is also allocated to the aeronautical
feeder links of non-geostationary satellite mobile service on a primary basis, limited to
660
aeronautical telemetry transmissions from (active) and space research (active) services,
aircraft stations (see No. 1.83), in accordance but the provisions of No. 5.43A do not apply
with Resolution 418 (Rev.WRC–15). These sta- to the fixed service with respect to the Earth
tions shall not claim protection from other exploration-satellite (active) and space re-
stations operating in accordance with Arti- search (active) services. After implementa-
cle 5. No. 5.43A does not apply. (FCC) tion of fixed wireless access systems in the
5.447 Additional allocation: In Côte fixed service with protection for the existing
d’Ivoire, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, the Syrian radiodetermination systems, no more strin-
Arab Republic and Tunisia, the band 5150– gent constraints should be imposed on the
5250 MHz is also allocated to the mobile serv- fixed wireless access systems by future
ice, on a primary basis, subject to agreement radiodetermination implementations. (WRC–
obtained under No. 9.21. In this case, the pro- 15)
visions of Resolution 229 (Rev. WRC–12) do 5.447F In the frequency band 5250–5350
not apply. (WRC–12) MHz, stations in the mobile service shall not
5.447A The allocation to the fixed-sat- claim protection from the radiolocation
ellite service (Earth-to-space) in the band service, the Earth exploration-satellite serv-
5150–5250 MHz is limited to feeder links of ice (active) and the space research service
non-geostationary-satellite systems in the (active). These services shall not impose on
mobile-satellite service and is subject to co- the mobile service more stringent protection
ordination under No. 9.11A. criteria, based on system characteristics and
5.447B Additional allocation: the band 5150– interference criteria, than those stated in
5216 MHz is also allocated to the fixed-sat- Recommendations ITU–R M.1638–0 and ITU–
ellite service (space-to-Earth) on a primary R RS.1632–0. (WRC–15)
basis. This allocation is limited to feeder 5.448 Additional allocation: In Azerbaijan,
links of non-geostationary-satellite systems Kyrgyzstan, Romania and Turkmenistan,
in the mobile-satellite service and is subject the band 5250–5350 MHz is also allocated to
to provisions of No. 9.11A. The power flux- the radionavigation service on a primary
density at the Earth’s surface produced by basis. (WRC–12)
space stations of the fixed-satellite service 5.448A The Earth exploration-satellite
operating in the space-to-Earth direction in (active) and space research (active) services
the band 5150–5216 MHz shall in no case ex- in the frequency band 5250–5350 MHz shall not
ceed ¥164 dB (W/m2) in any 4 kHz band for all claim protection from the radiolocation
angles of arrival. service. No. 5.43A does not apply.
5.447C Administrations responsible for 5.448B The Earth exploration-satellite
fixed-satellite service networks in the band service (active) operating in the band 5350–
5150–5250 MHz operated under Nos. 5.447A and 5570 MHz and space research service (active)
5.447B shall coordinate on an equal basis in operating in the band 5460–5570 MHz shall not
accordance with No. 9.11A with administra- cause harmful interference to the aero-
tions responsible for non-geostationary-sat- nautical radionavigation service in the band
ellite networks operated under No. 5.446 and 5350–5460 MHz, the radionavigation service in
brought into use prior to 17 November 1995. the band 5460–5470 MHz and the maritime
Satellite networks operated under No. 5.446 radionavigation service in the band 5470–5570
brought into use after 17 November 1995 shall MHz.
not claim protection from, and shall not 5.448C The space research service (active)
cause harmful interference to, stations of operating in the band 5350–5460 MHz shall not
the fixed-satellite service operated under cause harmful interference to nor claim pro-
Nos. 5.447A and 5.447B. tection from other services to which this
5.447D The allocation of the band 5250–5255 band is allocated.
MHz to the space research service on a pri- 5.448D In the frequency band 5350–5470
mary basis is limited to active spaceborne MHz, stations in the radiolocation service
sensors. Other uses of the band by the space shall not cause harmful interference to, nor
research service are on a secondary basis. claim protection from, radar systems in the
5.447E Additional allocation: The frequency aeronautical radionavigation service oper-
band 5250–5350 MHz is also allocated to the ating in accordance with No. 5.449.
fixed service on a primary basis in the fol- 5.449 The use of the band 5350–5470 MHz by
lowing countries in Region 3: Australia, the aeronautical radionavigation service is
Korea (Rep. of), India, Indonesia, Iran (Is- limited to airborne radars and associated
lamic Republic of), Japan, Malaysia, Papua airborne beacons.
New Guinea, the Philippines, Dem. People’s 5.450 Additional allocation: In Austria,
Rep. of Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Viet Azerbaijan, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
Nam. The use of this frequency band by the Kyrgyzstan, Romania, Turkmenistan and
fixed service is intended for the implementa- Ukraine, the band 5470–5650 MHz is also allo-
tion of fixed wireless access systems and cated to the aeronautical radionavigation
shall comply with Recommendation ITU–R service on a primary basis. (WRC–12)
F.1613–0. In addition, the fixed service shall 5.450A In the frequency band 5470–5725
not claim protection from the radio- MHz, stations in the mobile service shall not
determination, Earth exploration-satellite claim protection from radiodetermination
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§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
services. Radiodetermination services shall (WRC–12). Existing services shall not be con-
not impose on the mobile service more strin- strained in future development by HAPS
gent protection criteria, based on system gateway links. The use of HAPS gateway
characteristics and interference criteria, links in these bands requires explicit agree-
than those stated in Recommendation ITU–R ment with other administrations whose ter-
M.1638–0. (WRC–15) ritories are located within 1000 kilometres
5.450B In the frequency band 5470–5650 from the border of an administration intend-
MHz, stations in the radiolocation service, ing to use the HAPS gateway links. (WRC–
except ground-based radars used for meteoro- 12)
logical purposes in the band 5600–5650 MHz, 5.457A In the frequency bands 5925–6425
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor MHz and 14–14.5 GHz, earth stations located
claim protection from, radar systems in the on board vessels may communicate with
maritime radionavigation service. space stations of the fixed-satellite service.
5.451 Additional allocation: in the United Such use shall be in accordance with Resolu-
Kingdom, the band 5470–5850 MHz is also allo- tion 902 (WRC–03). In the frequency band
cated to the land mobile service on a sec- 5925–6425 MHz, earth stations located on
ondary basis. The power limits specified in board vessels and communicating with space
Nos. 21.2, 21.3, 21.4 and 21.5 shall apply in the stations of the fixed-satellite service may
band 5725–5850 MHz. employ transmit antennas with minimum di-
5.452 Between 5600 MHz and 5650 MHz, ameter of 1.2 m and operate without prior
ground-based radars used for meteorological agreement of any administration if located
purposes are authorized to operate on a basis at least 330 km away from the low-water
of equality with stations of the maritime mark as officially recognized by the coastal
radionavigation service. State. All other provisions of Resolution 902
5.453 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara- (WRC–03) shall apply. (WRC–15)
bia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei 5.457B In the frequency bands 5925–6425
Darussalam, Cameroon, China, Congo (Rep. MHz and 14–14.5 GHz, earth stations located
of the), Korea (Rep. of), Côte d’Ivoire, on board vessels may operate with the char-
Djibouti, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, acteristics and under the conditions con-
Gabon, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, India, In- tained in Resolution 902 (WRC–03) in Algeria,
donesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti,
Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Leb- Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Ku-
anon, Libya, Madagascar, Malaysia, Niger, wait, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Oman,
Nigeria, Oman, Uganda, Pakistan, the Phil- Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic, Sudan, Tu-
ippines, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic, the nisia and Yemen, in the maritime mobile-
Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, Singapore, Sri satellite service on a secondary basis. Such
Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Chad, Thailand, use shall be in accordance with Resolution
Togo, Viet Nam and Yemen, the band 5650– 902 (WRC–03). (WRC–15)
5850 MHz is also allocated to the fixed and 5.457C In Region 2 (except Brazil, Cuba,
mobile services on a primary basis. In this French overseas departments and commu-
case, the provisions of Resolution 229 (Rev. nities, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay, Uru-
WRC–12) do not apply. (WRC–12) guay and Venezuela), the frequency band
5.454 Different category of service: In Azer- 5925–6700 MHz may be used for aeronautical
baijan, the Russian Federation, Georgia, mobile telemetry for flight testing by air-
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, craft stations (see No. 1.83). Such use shall be
the allocation of the band 5670–5725 MHz to in accordance with Resolution 416 (WRC–07)
the space research service is on a primary and shall not cause harmful interference to,
basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–12) or claim protection from, the fixed-satellite
5.455 Additional allocation: in Armenia, and fixed services. Any such use does not
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cuba, the Russian Fed- preclude the use of this frequency band by
eration, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, other mobile service applications or by other
Moldova, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, services to which this frequency band is allo-
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the cated on a co-primary basis and does not es-
band 5670–5850 MHz is also allocated to the tablish priority in the Radio Regulations.
fixed service on a primary basis. (WRC–07) (WRC–15)
5.457 In Australia, Burkina Faso, Côte 5.458 In the band 6425–7075 MHz, passive
d’Ivoire, Mali and Nigeria, the allocation to microwave sensor measurements are carried
the fixed service in the bands 6440–6520 MHz out over the oceans. In the band 7075–7250
(HAPS-to-ground direction) and 6560–6640 MHz, passive microwave sensor measure-
MHz (ground-to-HAPS direction) may also be ments are carried out. Administrations
used by gateway links for high-altitude plat- should bear in mind the needs of the Earth
form stations (HAPS) within the territory of exploration-satellite (passive) and space re-
these countries. Such use is limited to oper- search (passive) services in their future plan-
ation in HAPS gateway links and shall not ning of the bands 6425–7025 MHz and 7075–7250
cause harmful interference to, and shall not MHz.

claim protection from, existing services, and 5.458A In making assignments in the band
shall be in compliance with Resolution 150 6700–7075 MHz to space stations of the fixed-
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satellite service, administrations are urged subject to agreement obtained under No.
to take all practicable steps to protect spec- 9.21.
tral line observations of the radio astronomy 5.461A The use of the band 7450–7550 MHz
service in the band 6650–6675.2 MHz from by the meteorological-satellite service
harmful interference from unwanted emis- (space-to-Earth) is limited to geostationary-
sions. satellite systems. Non-geostationary mete-
5.458B The space-to-Earth allocation to orological-satellite systems in this band no-
the fixed-satellite service in the band 6700– tified before 30 November 1997 may continue
7075 MHz is limited to feeder links for non- to operate on a primary basis until the end
geostationary satellite systems of the mo- of their lifetime.
bile-satellite service and is subject to coordi- 5.461AA The use of the frequency band
nation under No. 9.11A. The use of the band 7375–7750 MHz by the maritime mobile-sat-
6700–7075 MHz (space-to-Earth) by feeder ellite service is limited to geostationary-sat-
links for non-geostationary satellite systems ellite networks. (WRC–15)
in the mobile-satellite service is not subject 5.461AB In the frequency band 7375–7750
to No. 22.2. MHz, earth stations in the maritime mobile-
5.459 Additional allocation: In the Russian satellite service shall not claim protection
Federation, the frequency bands 7100–7155 from, nor constrain the use and development
MHz and 7190–7235 MHz are also allocated to of, stations in the fixed and mobile, except
the space operation service (Earth-to-space) aeronautical mobile, services. No. 5.43A does
on a primary basis, subject to agreement ob- not apply. (WRC–15)
tained under No. 9.21. In the frequency band 5.461B The use of the band 7750–7900 MHz
7190–7235 MHz, with respect to the Earth ex- by the meteorological-satellite service
ploration-satellite service (Earth-to-space), (space-to-Earth) is limited to non-geo-
No. 9.21 does not apply. (WRC–15) stationary satellite systems. (WRC–12)
5.460 No emissions from space research 5.462A In Regions 1 and 3 (except for
service (Earth-to-space) systems intended for Japan), in the band 8025–8400 MHz, the Earth
deep space shall be effected in the frequency exploration-satellite service using geo-
band 7190–7235 MHz. Geostationary satellites stationary satellites shall not produce a
in the space research service operating in the power flux-density in excess of the following
frequency band 7190–7235 MHz shall not claim values for angles of arrival (q), without the
protection from existing and future stations consent of the affected administration:
of the fixed and mobile services and No. 5.43A ¥135 dB(W/m2) in a 1 MHz band for 0 ≤ q < 5°
does not apply. (WRC–15) ¥135 + 0.5 (q¥5) dB(W/m2) in a 1 MHz band
5.460A The use of the frequency band 7190– for 5 ≤ q < 25°
7250 MHz (Earth-to-space) by the Earth ex- ¥125 dB(W/m2) in a 1 MHz band for 25 ≤ q ≤ 90°
ploration-satellite service shall be limited to (WRC–12)
tracking, telemetry and command for the op- 5.463 Aircraft stations are not permitted
eration of spacecraft. Space stations oper- to transmit in the band 8025–8400 MHz.
ating in the Earth exploration-satellite serv- 5.465 In the space research service, the use
ice (Earth-to-space) in the frequency band of the band 8400–8450 MHz is limited to deep
7190–7250 MHz shall not claim protection space.
from existing and future stations in the fixed 5.466 Different category of service: In Singa-
and mobile services, and No. 5.43A does not pore and Sri Lanka, the allocation of the
apply. No. 9.17 applies. Additionally, to en- band 8400–8500 MHz to the space research
sure protection of the existing and future de- service is on a secondary basis (see No. 5.32).
ployment of fixed and mobile services, the (WRC–12)
location of earth stations supporting space- 5.468 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
craft in the Earth exploration-satellite serv- bia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei
ice in non-geostationary orbits or geo- Darussalam, Burundi, Cameroon, China,
stationary orbit shall maintain a separation Congo (Rep. of the), Djibouti, Egypt, the
distance of at least 10 km and 50 km, respec- United Arab Emirates, Gabon, Guyana, Indo-
tively, from the respective border(s) of nesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Ja-
neighbouring countries, unless a shorter dis- maica, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon,
tance is otherwise agreed between the cor- Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Morocco, Mauritania,
responding administrations. (WRC–15) Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Uganda, Pakistan,
5.460B Space stations on the geo- Qatar, Syrian Arab Republic, the Dem. Peo-
stationary orbit operating in the Earth ex- ple’s Rep. of Korea, Senegal, Singapore, So-
ploration-satellite service (Earth-to-space) malia, Sudan, Swaziland, Chad, Togo, Tuni-
in the frequency band 7190–7235 MHz shall not sia and Yemen, the frequency band 8500–8750
claim protection from existing and future MHz is also allocated to the fixed and mobile
stations of the space research service, and services on a primary basis. (WRC–15)
No. 5.43A does not apply. (WRC–15) 5.469 Additional allocation: In Armenia,
5.461 Additional allocation: the bands 7250– Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federation,
7375 MHz (space-to-Earth) and 7900–8025 MHz Georgia, Hungary, Lithuania, Mongolia, Uz-
(Earth-to-space) are also allocated to the bekistan, Poland, Kyrgyzstan, the Czech
mobile-satellite service on a primary basis, Rep., Romania, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan
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and Ukraine, the band 8500–8750 MHz is also 5.474B Stations operating in the Earth ex-
allocated to the land mobile and radio- ploration-satellite (active) service shall com-
navigation services on a primary basis. ply with Recommendation ITU–R RS.2066–0.
(WRC–12) (WRC–15)
5.469A In the band 8550–8650 MHz, stations 5.474C Stations operating in the Earth ex-
in the Earth exploration-satellite service ploration-satellite (active) service shall com-
(active) and space research service (active) ply with Recommendation ITU–R RS.2065–0.
shall not cause harmful interference to, or (WRC–15)
constrain the use and development of, sta- 5.474D Stations in the Earth exploration-
tions of the radiolocation service. satellite service (active) shall not cause
5.470 The use of the band 8750–8850 MHz by harmful interference to, or claim protection
the aeronautical radionavigation service is from, stations of the maritime radio-
limited to airborne Doppler navigation aids navigation and radiolocation services in the
on a centre frequency of 8800 MHz. frequency band 9200–9300 MHz, the radio-
5.471 Additional allocation: In Algeria, Ger- navigation and radiolocation services in the
many, Bahrain, Belgium, China, Egypt, the frequency band 9900–10000 MHz and the radio-
United Arab Emirates, France, Greece, Indo- location service in the frequency band 10.0–
nesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Libya, the 10.4 GHz. (WRC–15)
Netherlands, Qatar and Sudan, the frequency 5.475 The use of the band 9300–9500 MHz by
bands 8825–8850 MHz and 9000–9200 MHz are the aeronautical radionavigation service is
also allocated to the maritime radio- limited to airborne weather radars and
navigation service, on a primary basis, for ground-based radars. In addition, ground-
use by shore-based radars only. (WRC–15) based radar beacons in the aeronautical
5.472 In the bands 8850–9000 MHz and 9200– radionavigation service are permitted in the
9225 MHz, the maritime radionavigation band 9300–9320 MHz on condition that harm-
service is limited to shore-based radars. ful interference is not caused to the mari-
5.473 Additional allocation: in Armenia, time radionavigation service. (WRC–07)
Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cuba, the Rus- 5.475A The use of the band 9300–9500 MHz
sian Federation, Georgia, Hungary, Mon- by the Earth exploration-satellite service
golia, Uzbekistan, Poland, Kyrgyzstan, Ro- (active) and the space research service (ac-
mania, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and tive) is limited to systems requiring nec-
Ukraine, the bands 8850–9000 MHz and 9200– essary bandwidth greater than 300 MHz that
9300 MHz are also allocated to the radio- cannot be fully accommodated within the
navigation service on a primary basis. (WRC– 9500–9800 MHz band. (WRC–07)
07) 5.475B In the band 9300–9500 MHz, stations
5.473A In the band 9000–9200 MHz, stations operating in the radiolocation service shall
operating in the radiolocation service shall not cause harmful interference to, nor claim
not cause harmful interference to, nor claim protection from, radars operating in the
protection from, systems identified in No. radionavigation service in conformity with
5.337 operating in the aeronautical radio- the Radio Regulations. Ground-based radars
navigation service, or radar systems in the used for meteorological purposes have pri-
maritime radionavigation service operating ority over other radiolocation uses. (WRC–07)
in this band on a primary basis in the coun- 5.476A In the band 9300–9800 MHz, stations
tries listed in No. 5.471. (WRC–07) in the Earth exploration-satellite service
5.474 In the band 9200–9500 MHz, search (active) and space research service (active)
and rescue transponders (SART) may be shall not cause harmful interference to, nor
used, having due regard to the appropriate claim protection from, stations of the radio-
ITU–R Recommendation (see also Article 31). navigation and radiolocation services.
5.474A The use of the frequency bands (WRC–07)
9200–9300 MHz and 9900–10400 MHz by the 5.477 Different category of service: In Alge-
Earth exploration-satellite service (active) is ria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Bangladesh,
limited to systems requiring necessary band- Brunei Darussalam, Cameroon, Djibouti,
width greater than 600 MHz that cannot be Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Eritrea,
fully accommodated within the frequency Ethiopia, Guyana, India, Indonesia, Iran (Is-
band 9300–9900 MHz. Such use is subject to lamic Republic of), Iraq, Jamaica, Japan,
agreement to be obtained under No. 9.21 from Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Liberia, Malaysia,
Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Indo- Nigeria, Oman, Uganda, Pakistan, Qatar,
nesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Lebanon Syrian Arab Republic, the Dem. People’s
and Tunisia. An administration that has not Rep. of Korea, Singapore, Somalia, Sudan,
replied under No. 9.52 is considered as not South Sudan, Trinidad and Tobago, and
having agreed to the coordination request. In Yemen, the allocation of the frequency band
this case, the notifying administration of the 9800–10000 MHz to the fixed service is on a
satellite system operating in the Earth ex- primary basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–15)
ploration-satellite service (active) may re- 5.478 Additional allocation: in Azerbaijan,

quest the assistance of the Bureau under Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Romania,
Sub-Section IID of Article 9. (WRC–15) Turkmenistan and Ukraine, the band 9800–
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10000 MHz is also allocated to the radio- 5.483 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
navigation service on a primary basis. (WRC– bia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus,
07) China, Colombia, Korea (Rep. of), Costa Rica,
5.478A The use of the band 9800–9900 MHz Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Georgia,
by the Earth exploration-satellite service Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Israel, Jor-
(active) and the space research service (ac- dan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mon-
tive) is limited to systems requiring nec- golia, Qatar, Kyrgyzstan, the Dem. People’s
essary bandwidth greater than 500 MHz that Rep. of Korea, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and
cannot be fully accommodated within the Yemen, the band 10.68–10.7 GHz is also allo-
9300–9800 MHz band. (WRC–07) cated to the fixed and mobile, except aero-
5.478B In the band 9800–9900 MHz, stations nautical mobile, services on a primary basis.
in the Earth exploration-satellite service Such use is limited to equipment in oper-
(active) and space research service (active) ation by 1 January 1985. (WRC–12)
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor 5.484 In Region 1, the use of the band 10.7–
claim protection from stations of the fixed
11.7 GHz by the fixed-satellite service (Earth-
service to which this band is allocated on a
to-space) is limited to feeder links for the
secondary basis. (WRC–07)
broadcasting-satellite service.
5.479 The band 9975–10025 MHz is also allo-
cated to the meteorological-satellite service 5.484A The use of the bands 10.95–11.2 GHz
on a secondary basis for use by weather ra- (space-to-Earth), 11.45–11.7 GHz (space-to-
dars. Earth), 11.7–12.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Re-
5.480 Additional allocation: In Argentina, gion 2, 12.2–12.75 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Re-
Brazil, Chile, Cuba, El Salvador, Ecuador, gion 3, 12.5–12.75 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Re-
Guatemala, Honduras, Paraguay, the Nether- gion 1, 13.75–14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space), 17.8–
lands Antilles, Peru and Uruguay, the fre- 18.6 GHz (space-to-Earth), 19.7–20.2 GHz
quency band 10–10.45 GHz is also allocated to (space-to-Earth), 27.5–28.6 GHz (Earth-to-
the fixed and mobile services on a primary space), 29.5–30 GHz (Earth-to-space) by a non-
basis. In Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico and geostationary-satellite system in the fixed-
Venezuela, the frequency band 10–10.45 GHz satellite service is subject to application of
is also allocated to the fixed service on a pri- the provisions of No. 9.12 for coordination
mary basis. (WRC–15) with other non-geostationary-satellite sys-
5.481 Additional allocation: In Algeria, Ger- tems in the fixed-satellite service. Non-geo-
many, Angola, Brazil, China, Côte d’Ivoire, stationary-satellite systems in the fixed-sat-
El Salvador, Ecuador, Spain, Guatemala, ellite service shall not claim protection from
Hungary, Japan, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, geostationary-satellite networks in the
Oman, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Paraguay, fixed-satellite service operating in accord-
Peru, the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea, Ro- ance with the Radio Regulations, irrespec-
mania and Uruguay, the frequency band tive of the dates of receipt by the Bureau of
10.45–10.5 GHz is also allocated to the fixed the complete coordination or notification in-
and mobile services on a primary basis. In formation, as appropriate, for the non-geo-
Costa Rica, the frequency band 10.45–10.5 GHz stationary-satellite systems in the fixed-sat-
is also allocated to the fixed service on a pri- ellite service and of the complete coordina-
mary basis. (WRC–15) tion or notification information, as appro-
5.482 In the band 10.6–10.68 GHz, the power priate, for the geostationary-satellite net-
delivered to the antenna of stations of the works, and No. 5.43A does not apply. Non-
fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo- geostationary-satellite systems in the fixed-
bile, services shall not exceed ¥3 dBW. This
satellite service in the above bands shall be
limit may be exceeded, subject to agreement
operated in such a way that any unaccept-
obtained under No. 9.21. However, in Algeria,
able interference that may occur during
Saudi Arabia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain,
their operation shall be rapidly eliminated.
Bangladesh, Belarus, Egypt, United Arab
Emirates, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iran (Is- 5.484B Resolution 155 (WRC–15) shall
lamic Republic of), Iraq, Jordan, apply. (WRC–15)
Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mo- 5.485 In Region 2, in the band 11.7–12.2
rocco, Mauritania, Moldova, Nigeria, Oman, GHz, transponders on space stations in the
Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, fixed-satellite service may be used addition-
Syrian Arab Republic, Kyrgyzstan, Singa- ally for transmissions in the broadcasting-
pore, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan and satellite service, provided that such trans-
Viet Nam, this restriction on the fixed and missions do not have a maximum e.i.r.p.
mobile, except aeronautical mobile, services greater than 53 dBW per television channel
is not applicable. (WRC–07) and do not cause greater interference or re-
5.482A For sharing of the band 10.6–10.68 quire more protection from interference
GHz between the Earth exploration-satellite than the coordinated fixed-satellite service
(passive) service and the fixed and mobile, frequency assignments. With respect to the
except aeronautical mobile, services, Resolu- space services, this band shall be used prin-
tion 751 (WRC–07) applies. (WRC–07) cipally for the fixed-satellite service.
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5.486 Different category of service: In the do not cause more interference, or require
United States, the allocation of the fre- more protection from interference, than the
quency band 11.7–12.1 GHz to the fixed serv- broadcasting-satellite service transmissions
ice is on a secondary basis (see No. 5.32). operating in conformity with the Plan or the
(WRC–15) List, as appropriate.
5.487 In the band 11.7–12.5 GHz in Regions 5.493 The broadcasting-satellite service in
1 and 3, the fixed, fixed-satellite, mobile, ex- the band 12.5–12.75 GHz in Region 3 is limited
cept aeronautical mobile, and broadcasting to a power flux-density not exceeding ¥111
services, in accordance with their respective dB(W/(m2 · 27 MHz)) for all conditions and for
allocations, shall not cause harmful inter- all methods of modulation at the edge of the
ference to, or claim protection from, broad- service area.
casting-satellite stations operating in ac- 5.494 Additional allocation: In Algeria,
cordance with the Regions 1 and 3 Plan in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Cameroon, the Cen-
Appendix 30. tral African Rep., Congo (Rep. of the), Côte
5.487A Additional allocation: in Region 1, d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, the United Arab
the band 11.7–12.5 GHz, in Region 2, the band Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana,
12.2–12.7 GHz and, in Region 3, the band 11.7– Guinea, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Leb-
12.2 GHz, are also allocated to the fixed-sat- anon, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco,
ellite service (space-to-Earth) on a primary Mongolia, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, the Syrian
basis, limited to non-geostationary systems Arab Republic, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo,
and subject to application of the provisions Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Chad, Togo
of No. 9.12 for coordination with other non- and Yemen, the frequency band 12.5–12.75
geostationary-satellite systems in the fixed- GHz is also allocated to the fixed and mobile,
satellite service. Non-geostationary-satellite except aeronautical mobile, services on a
systems in the fixed-satellite service shall primary basis. (WRC–15)
not claim protection from geostationary-sat- 5.495 Additional allocation: In France,
ellite networks in the broadcasting-satellite Greece, Monaco, Montenegro, Uganda, Ro-
service operating in accordance with the mania and Tunisia, the frequency band 12.5–
Radio Regulations, irrespective of the dates 12.75 GHz is also allocated to the fixed and
of receipt by the Bureau of the complete co- mobile, except aeronautical mobile, services
ordination or notification information, as on a secondary basis. (WRC–15)
appropriate, for the non-geostationary-sat- 5.496 Additional allocation: in Austria,
ellite systems in the fixed-satellite service Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan,
and of the complete coordination or notifica- the band 12.5–12.75 GHz is also allocated to
tion information, as appropriate, for the geo- the fixed service and the mobile, except aero-
stationary-satellite networks, and No. 5.43A nautical mobile, service on a primary basis.
does not apply. Non-geostationary-satellite However, stations in these services shall not
systems in the fixed-satellite service in the cause harmful interference to fixed-satellite
above bands shall be operated in such a way service earth stations of countries in Region
that any unacceptable interference that may 1 other than those listed in this footnote. Co-
occur during their operation shall be rapidly ordination of these earth stations is not re-
eliminated. quired with stations of the fixed and mobile
5.488 The use of the band 11.7–12.2 GHz by services of the countries listed in this foot-
geostationary-satellite networks in the note. The power flux-density limit at the
fixed-satellite service in Region 2 is subject Earth’s surface given in Table 21–4 of Article
to application of the provisions of No. 9.14 21, for the fixed-satellite service shall apply
for coordination with stations of terrestrial on the territory of the countries listed in
services in Regions 1, 2 and 3. For the use of this footnote.
the band 12.2–12.7 GHz by the broadcasting- 5.497 The use of the band 13.25–13.4 GHz by
satellite service in Region 2, see Appendix 30. the aeronautical radionavigation service is
5.489 Additional allocation: in Peru, the limited to Doppler navigation aids.
band 12.1–12.2 GHz is also allocated to the 5.498A The Earth exploration-satellite
fixed service on a primary basis. (active) and space research (active) services
5.490 In Region 2, in the band 12.2–12.7 operating in the band 13.25–13.4 GHz shall not
GHz, existing and future terrestrial cause harmful interference to, or constrain
radiocommunication services shall not cause the use and development of, the aeronautical
harmful interference to the space services radionavigation service.
operating in conformity with the broad- 5.499 Additional allocation: In Bangladesh
casting-satellite Plan for Region 2 contained and India, the band 13.25–14 GHz is also allo-
in Appendix 30. cated to the fixed service on a primary basis.
5.492 Assignments to stations of the In Pakistan, the band 13.25–13.75 GHz is allo-
broadcasting-satellite service which are in cated to the fixed service on a primary basis.
conformity with the appropriate regional (WRC–12)
Plan or included in the Regions 1 and 3 List 5.499A The use of the frequency band 13.4–
in Appendix 30 may also be used for trans- 13.65 GHz by the fixed-satellite service
missions in the fixed-satellite service (space- (space-to-Earth) is limited to geostationary-
to-Earth), provided that such transmissions satellite systems and is subject to agreement
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obtained under No. 9.21 with respect to sat- mobile services on a primary basis. In Paki-
ellite systems operating in the space re- stan, the frequency band 13.4–13.75 GHz is
search service (space-to-space) to relay data also allocated to the fixed and mobile serv-
from space stations in the geostationary-sat- ices on a primary basis. (WRC–15)
ellite orbit to associated space stations in 5.501 Additional allocation: In Azerbaijan,
non-geostationary satellite orbits for which Hungary, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Romania and
advance publication information has been re- Turkmenistan, the band 13.4–14 GHz is also
ceived by the Bureau by 27 November 2015. allocated to the radionavigation service on a
(WRC–15) primary basis. (WRC–12)
5.499B Administrations shall not preclude 5.501A The allocation of the frequency
the deployment and operation of transmit- band 13.65–13.75 GHz to the space research
ting earth stations in the standard frequency service on a primary basis is limited to ac-
and time signal-satellite service (Earth-to- tive spaceborne sensors. Other uses of the
space) allocated on a secondary basis in the frequency band by the space research service
frequency band 13.4–13.65 GHz due to the pri- are on a secondary basis. (WRC–15)
mary allocation to FSS (space-to-Earth). 5.501B In the band 13.4–13.75 GHz, the
(WRC–15) Earth exploration-satellite (active) and
5.499C The allocation of the frequency space research (active) services shall not
band 13.4–13.65 GHz to the space research cause harmful interference to, or constrain
service on a primary basis is limited to: the use and development of, the radio-
—Satellite systems operating in the space location service.
research service (space-to-space) to relay 5.502 In the band 13.75–14 GHz, an earth
data from space stations in the geo- station of a geostationary fixed-satellite
stationary-satellite orbit to associated service network shall have a minimum an-
space stations in non-geostationary sat- tenna diameter of 1.2 m and an earth station
ellite orbits for which advance publication of a non-geostationary fixed-satellite service
information has been received by the Bu- system shall have a minimum antenna di-
reau by 27 November 2015, ameter of 4.5 m. In addition, the e.i.r.p.,
—active spaceborne sensors, averaged over one second, radiated by a sta-
—satellite systems operating in the space re- tion in the radiolocation or radionavigation
search service (space-to-Earth) to relay services shall not exceed 59 dBW for ele-
data from space stations in the geo- vation angles above 2° and 65 dBW at lower
stationary-satellite orbit to associated angles. Before an administration brings into
earth stations. use an earth station in a geostationary-sat-
Other uses of the frequency band by the ellite network in the fixed-satellite service
space research service are on a secondary in this band with an antenna diameter small-
basis. (WRC–15) er than 4.5 m, it shall ensure that the power
5.499D In the frequency band 13.4–13.65 flux-density produced by this earth station
GHz, satellite systems in the space research does not exceed:
service (space-to-Earth) and/or the space re-
— ¥115 dB(W/(m2 · 10 MHz)) for more than
search service (space-to-space) shall not
1% of the time produced at 36 m above sea
cause harmful interference to, nor claim pro-
level at the low water mark, as officially
tection from, stations in the fixed, mobile,
recognized by the coastal State;
radiolocation and Earth exploration-satellite
— ¥115 dB(W/(m2 · 10 MHz)) for more than
(active) services. (WRC–15)
1% of the time produced 3 m above ground
5.499E In the frequency band 13.4–13.65
GHz, geostationary-satellite networks in the at the border of the territory of an admin-
fixed-satellite service (space-to-Earth) shall istration deploying or planning to deploy
not claim protection from space stations in land mobile radars in this band, unless
the Earth exploration-satellite service (ac- prior agreement has been obtained.
tive) operating in accordance with these For earth stations within the fixed-sat-
Regulations, and No. 5.43A does not apply. ellite service having an antenna diameter
The provisions of No. 22.2 do not apply to the greater than or equal to 4.5 m, the e.i.r.p. of
Earth exploration-satellite service (active) any emission should be at least 68 dBW and
with respect to the fixed-satellite service should not exceed 85 dBW.
(space-to-Earth) in this frequency band. 5.503 In the band 13.75–14 GHz, geo-
(WRC–15) stationary space stations in the space re-
5.500 Additional allocation: In Algeria, search service for which information for ad-
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, vance publication has been received by the
Cameroon, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Bureau prior to 31 January 1992 shall operate
Gabon, Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), on an equal basis with stations in the fixed-
Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mada- satellite service; after that date, new geo-
gascar, Malaysia, Mali, Morocco, Mauri- stationary space stations in the space re-
tania, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, the Syr- search service will operate on a secondary
ian Arab Republic, Singapore, Sudan, South basis. Until those geostationary space sta-
Sudan, Chad and Tunisia, the frequency band tions in the space research service for which
13.4–14 GHz is also allocated to the fixed and information for advance publication has
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been received by the Bureau prior to 31 Janu- and Tunisia by any aircraft earth station in
ary 1992 cease to operate in this band: the aeronautical mobile-satellite service
—In the band 13.77–13.78 GHz, the e.i.r.p. den- shall not exceed the limits given in Annex 1,
sity of emissions from any earth station in Part B of Recommendation ITU–R M.1643–0,
the fixed-satellite service operating with a unless otherwise specifically agreed by the
space station in geostationary-satellite affected administration(s). The provisions of
orbit shall not exceed: this footnote in no way derogate the obliga-
tions of the aeronautical mobile-satellite
(i) 4.7D + 28 dB (W/40 kHz), where D is the
service to operate as a secondary service in
fixed-satellite service earth station antenna
accordance with No. 5.29. (WRC–15)
diameter (m) for antenna diameters equal to
5.505 Additional allocation: In Algeria,
or greater than 1.2 m and less than 4.5 m;
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei
(ii) 49.2 + 20 log (D/4.5) dB(W/40 kHz), where
Darussalam, Cameroon, China, Congo (Rep.
D is the fixed-satellite service earth station
of the), Korea (Rep. of), Djibouti, Egypt, the
antenna diameter (m) for antenna diameters
United Arab Emirates, Gabon, Guinea, India,
equal to or greater than 4.5 m and less than
Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq,
31.9 m;
Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Ma-
(iii) 66.2 dB(W/40 kHz) for any fixed-sat-
laysia, Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Oman,
ellite service earth station for antenna diam-
the Philippines, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Re-
eters (m) equal to or greater than 31.9 m;
public, the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea,
(iv) 56.2 dB(W/4 kHz) for narrow-band (less
Singapore, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan,
than 40 kHz of necessary bandwidth) fixed-
Swaziland, Chad, Viet Nam and Yemen, the
satellite service earth station emissions
frequency band 14–14.3 GHz is also allocated
from any fixed-satellite service earth station
to the fixed service on a primary basis.
having an antenna diameter of 4.5 m or
(WRC–15)
greater;
5.506 The band 14–14.5 GHz may be used,
— the e.i.r.p. density of emissions from any within the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-
earth station in the fixed-satellite service space), for feeder links for the broadcasting-
operating with a space station in non-geo- satellite service, subject to coordination
stationary-satellite orbit shall not exceed with other networks in the fixed-satellite
51 dBW in the 6 MHz band from 13.772 to service. Such use of feeder links is reserved
13.778 GHz. for countries outside Europe.
Automatic power control may be used to 5.506A In the band 14–14.5 GHz, ship earth
increase the e.i.r.p. density in these fre- stations with an e.i.r.p. greater than 21 dBW
quency ranges to compensate for rain at- shall operate under the same conditions as
tenuation, to the extent that the power flux- earth stations located on board vessels, as
density at the fixed-satellite service space provided in Resolution 902 (WRC–03). This
station does not exceed the value resulting footnote shall not apply to ship earth sta-
from use by an earth station of an e.i.r.p. tions for which the complete Appendix 4 in-
meeting the above limits in clear-sky condi- formation has been received by the Bureau
tions. prior to 5 July 2003.
5.504 The use of the band 14–14.3 GHz by 5.506B Earth stations located on board
the radionavigation service shall be such as vessels communicating with space stations
to provide sufficient protection to space sta- in the fixed-satellite service may operate in
tions of the fixed-satellite service. the frequency band 14–14.5 GHz without the
5.504A In the band 14–14.5 GHz, aircraft need for prior agreement from Cyprus and
earth stations in the secondary aeronautical Malta, within the minimum distance given
mobile-satellite service may also commu- in Resolution 902 (WRC–03) from these coun-
nicate with space stations in the fixed-sat- tries. (WRC–15)
ellite service. The provisions of Nos. 5.29, 5.30 5.508 Additional allocation: In Germany,
and 5.31 apply. France, Italy, Libya, The Former Yugoslav
5.504B Aircraft earth stations operating Rep. of Macedonia and the United Kingdom,
in the aeronautical mobile-satellite service the band 14.25–14.3 GHz is also allocated to
in the frequency band 14–14.5 GHz shall com- the fixed service on a primary basis. (WRC–
ply with the provisions of Annex 1, Part C of 12)
Recommendation ITU–R M.1643–0, with re- 5.508A In the frequency band 14.25–14.3
spect to any radio astronomy station per- GHz, the power flux-density produced on the
forming observations in the 14.47–14.5 GHz territory of the countries of Saudi Arabia,
frequency band located on the territory of Bahrain, Botswana, China, Côte d’Ivoire,
Spain, France, India, Italy, the United King- Egypt, France, Guinea, India, Iran (Islamic
dom and South Africa. (WRC–15) Republic of), Italy, Kuwait, Nigeria, Oman,
5.504C In the frequency band 14–14.25 GHz, the Syrian Arab Republic, the United King-
the power flux-density produced on the terri- dom and Tunisia by any aircraft earth sta-
tory of the countries of Saudi Arabia, Bah- tion in the aeronautical mobile-satellite
rain, Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Guin- service shall not exceed the limits given in
ea, India, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Kuwait, Annex 1, Part B of Recommendation ITU–R
Nigeria, Oman, the Syrian Arab Republic M.1643–0, unless otherwise specifically agreed
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by the affected administration(s). The provi- km from the border(s) of other countries un-
sions of this footnote in no way derogate the less shorter distances are explicitly agreed
obligations of the aeronautical mobile-sat- by those administrations. No. 9.17 does not
ellite service to operate as a secondary serv- apply. When applying this provision, admin-
ice in accordance with No. 5.29. (WRC–15) istrations should consider the relevant parts
5.509A In the frequency band 14.3–14.5 of these Regulations and the latest relevant
GHz, the power flux-density produced on the ITU–R Recommendations. (WRC–15)
territory of the countries of Saudi Arabia, 5.509F In the frequency bands 14.50–14.75
Bahrain, Botswana, Cameroon, China, Côte GHz in countries listed in Resolution 163
d’Ivoire, Egypt, France, Gabon, Guinea, (WRC–15) and 14.50–14.8 GHz in countries list-
India, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Italy, Ku- ed in Resolution 164 (WRC–15), earth stations
wait, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, the Syrian in the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space)
Arab Republic, the United Kingdom, Sri not for feeder links for the broadcasting-sat-
Lanka, Tunisia and Viet Nam by any air- ellite service shall not constrain the future
craft earth station in the aeronautical mo- deployment of the fixed and mobile services.
bile-satellite service shall not exceed the (WRC–15)
limits given in Annex 1, Part B of Rec- 5.509G The frequency band 14.5–14.8 GHz is
ommendation ITU–R M.1643–0, unless other- also allocated to the space research service
wise specifically agreed by the affected ad- on a primary basis. However, such use is lim-
ministration(s). The provisions of this foot- ited to the satellite systems operating in the
note in no way derogate the obligations of space research service (Earth-to-space) to
the aeronautical mobile-satellite service to relay data to space stations in the geo-
operate as a secondary service in accordance stationary-satellite orbit from associated
with No. 5.29. (WRC–15) earth stations. Stations in the space re-
5.509B The use of the frequency bands search service shall not cause harmful inter-
14.5–14.75 GHz in countries listed in Resolu- ference to, or claim protection from, stations
tion 163 (WRC–15) and 14.5–14.8 GHz in coun- in the fixed and mobile services and in the
tries listed in Resolution 164 (WRC–15) by the fixed-satellite service limited to feeder links
fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space) not for the broadcasting-satellite service and as-
for feeder links for the broadcasting-satellite sociated space operations functions using the
service is limited to geostationary-satellites. guardbands under Appendix 30A and feeder
(WRC–15) links for the broadcasting-satellite service in
5.509C For the use of the frequency bands Region 2. Other uses of this frequency band
14.5–14.75 GHz in countries listed in Resolu- by the space research service are on a sec-
tion 163 (WRC–15) and 14.5–14.8 GHz in coun- ondary basis. (WRC–15)
tries listed in Resolution 164 (WRC–15) by the 5.510 Except for use in accordance with
fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space) not Resolution 163 (WRC–15) and Resolution 164
for feeder links for the broadcasting-satellite (WRC–15), the use of the frequency band 14.5–
service, the fixed-satellite service earth sta- 14.8 GHz by the fixed-satellite service (Earth-
tions shall have a minimum antenna diame- to-space) is limited to feeder links for the
ter of 6 m and a maximum power spectral broadcasting-satellite service. This use is re-
density of ¥44.5 dBW/Hz at the input of the served for countries outside Europe. Uses
antenna. The earth stations shall be notified other than feeder links for the broadcasting-
at known locations on land. (WRC–15) satellite service are not authorized in Re-
5.509D Before an administration brings gions 1 and 2 in the frequency band 14.75–14.8
into use an earth station in the fixed-sat- GHz. (WRC–15)
ellite service (Earth-to-space) not for feeder 5.511 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
links for the broadcasting-satellite service in bia, Bahrain, Cameroon, Egypt, the United
the frequency bands 14.5–14.75 GHz (in coun- Arab Emirates, Guinea, Iran (Islamic Repub-
tries listed in Resolution 163 (WRC–15)) and lic of), Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman,
14.5–14.8 GHz (in countries listed in Resolu- Pakistan, Qatar, the Syrian Arab Republic
tion 164 (WRC–15)), it shall ensure that the and Somalia, the band 15.35–15.4 GHz is also
power flux-density produced by this earth allocated to the fixed and mobile services on
station does not exceed ¥151.5 dB(W/(m2 · 4 a secondary basis. (WRC–12)
kHz)) produced at all altitudes from 0 m to 5.511A Use of the frequency band 15.43–
19000 m above sea level at 22 km seaward 15.63 GHz by the fixed-satellite service
from all coasts, defined as the low-water (Earth-to-space) is limited to feeder links of
mark, as officially recognized by each coast- non-geostationary systems in the mobile-
al State. (WRC–15) satellite service, subject to coordination
5.509E In the frequency bands 14.50–14.75 under No. 9.11A. (WRC–15)
GHz in countries listed in Resolution 163 5.511C Stations operating in the aero-
(WRC–15) and 14.50–14.8 GHz in countries list- nautical radionavigation service shall limit
ed in Resolution 164 (WRC–15), the location the effective e.i.r.p. in accordance with Rec-
of earth stations in the fixed-satellite serv- ommendation ITU–R S.1340–0. The minimum
ice (Earth-to-space) not for feeder links for coordination distance required to protect the
the broadcasting-satellite service shall aeronautical radionavigation stations (No.
maintain a separation distance of at least 500 4.10 applies) from harmful interference from
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feeder-link earth stations and the maximum satellite service (Earth-to-space) is limited
e.i.r.p. transmitted towards the local hori- to feeder links for the broadcasting-satellite
zontal plane by a feeder-link earth station service. The use of the band 17.3–17.8 GHz in
shall be in accordance with Recommendation Region 2 by systems in the fixed-satellite
ITU–R S.1340–0. (WRC–15) service (Earth-to-space) is limited to geo-
5.511E In the frequency band 15.4–15.7 GHz, stationary satellites. For the use of the band
stations operating in the radiolocation serv- 17.3–17.8 GHz in Region 2 by feeder links for
ice shall not cause harmful interference to, the broadcasting-satellite service in the
or claim protection from, stations operating band 12.2–12.7 GHz, see Article 11. The use of
in the aeronautical radionavigation service. the bands 17.3–18.1 GHz (Earth-to-space) in
(WRC–12) Regions 1 and 3 and 17.8–18.1 GHz (Earth-to-
5.511F In order to protect the radio as- space) in Region 2 by non-geostationary-sat-
tronomy service in the frequency band 15.35– ellite systems in the fixed-satellite service is
15.4 GHz, radiolocation stations operating in subject to application of the provisions of
the frequency band 15.4–15.7 GHz shall not ex- No. 9.12 for coordination with other non-geo-
ceed the power flux-density level of ¥156 stationary-satellite systems in the fixed-sat-
dB(W/m2) in a 50 MHz bandwidth in the fre- ellite service. Non-geostationary-satellite
quency band 15.35–15.4 GHz, at any radio as- systems in the fixed-satellite service shall
tronomy observatory site for more than 2 per not claim protection from geostationary-sat-
cent of the time. (WRC–12) ellite networks in the fixed-satellite service
5.512 Additional allocation: In Algeria, operating in accordance with the Radio Reg-
Saudi Arabia, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, ulations, irrespective of the dates of receipt
Brunei Darussalam, Cameroon, Congo (Rep. by the Bureau of the complete coordination
of the), Egypt, El Salvador, the United Arab or notification information, as appropriate,
Emirates, Eritrea, Finland, Guatemala, for the non-geostationary-satellite systems
India, Indonesia, Iran (Islamic Republic of), in the fixed-satellite service and of the com-
Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Ma- plete coordination or notification informa-
laysia, Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Monte- tion, as appropriate, for the geostationary-
negro, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Oman, Paki- satellite networks, and No. 5.43A does not
stan, Qatar, Syrian Arab Republic, the Dem. apply. Non-geostationary-satellite systems
Rep. of the Congo, Singapore, Somalia, in the fixed-satellite service in the above
Sudan, South Sudan, Chad, Togo and Yemen, bands shall be operated in such a way that
the frequency band 15.7–17.3 GHz is also allo- any unacceptable interference that may
cated to the fixed and mobile services on a occur during their operation shall be rapidly
primary basis. (WRC–15) eliminated.
5.513 Additional allocation: In Israel, the 5.516A In the band 17.3–17.7 GHz, earth sta-
band 15.7–17.3 GHz is also allocated to the tions of the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
fixed and mobile services on a primary basis. Earth) in Region 1 shall not claim protection
These services shall not claim protection from the broadcasting-satellite service feed-
from or cause harmful interference to serv- er-link earth stations operating under Ap-
ices operating in accordance with the Table pendix 30A, nor put any limitations or re-
in countries other than those included in No. strictions on the locations of the broad-
5.512. casting-satellite service feeder-link earth
5.513A Spaceborne active sensors oper- stations anywhere within the service area of
ating in the band 17.2–17.3 GHz shall not the feeder link.
cause harmful interference to, or constrain 5.516B The following bands are identified
the development of, the radiolocation and for use by high-density applications in the
other services allocated on a primary basis. fixed-satellite service:
5.514 Additional allocation: In Algeria, 17.3–17.7 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 1,
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Cam- 18.3–19.3 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 2,
eroon, El Salvador, the United Arab Emir- 19.7–20.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) in all Regions,
ates, Guatemala, India, Iran (Islamic Repub- 39.5–40 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 1,
lic of), Iraq, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Ku- 40–40.5 GHz (space-to-Earth) in all Regions,
wait, Libya, Lithuania, Nepal, Nicaragua, 40.5–42 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 2,
Nigeria, Oman, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Qatar, 47.5–47.9 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 1,
Kyrgyzstan, Sudan and South Sudan, the fre- 48.2–48.54 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 1,
quency band 17.3–17.7 GHz is also allocated to 49.44–50.2 GHz (space-to-Earth) in Region 1,
the fixed and mobile services on a secondary and
basis. The power limits given in Nos. 21.3 and 27.5–27.82 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Region 1,
21.5 shall apply. (WRC–15) 28.35–28.45 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Region 2,
5.515 In the band 17.3–17.8 GHz, sharing be- 28.45–28.94 GHz (Earth-to-space) in all Re-
tween the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to- gions,
space) and the broadcasting-satellite service 28.94–29.1 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Regions 2
shall also be in accordance with the provi- and 3,
sions of § 1 of Annex 4 of Appendix 30A. 29.25–29.46 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Region 2,

5.516 The use of the band 17.3–18.1 GHz by 29.46–30 GHz (Earth-to-space) in all Regions,
geostationary-satellite systems in the fixed- 48.2–50.2 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Region 2.
670
This identification does not preclude the stationary-satellite networks shall not cause
use of these bands by other fixed-satellite unacceptable interference to geostationary
service applications or by other services to fixed-satellite service networks for which
which these bands are allocated on a co-pri- complete Appendix 4 notification informa-
mary basis and does not establish priority in tion is considered as having been received by
these Radio Regulations among users of the the Bureau prior to 18 November 1995.
bands. Administrations should take this into 5.523B The use of the band 19.3–19.6 GHz
account when considering regulatory provi- (Earth-to-space) by the fixed-satellite serv-
sions in relation to these bands. See Resolu- ice is limited to feeder links for non-geo-
tion 143 (Rev.WRC–07). (FCC) stationary-satellite systems in the mobile-
5.517 In Region 2, use of the fixed-satellite satellite service. Such use is subject to the
(space-to-Earth) service in the band 17.7–17.8 application of the provisions of No. 9.11A,
GHz shall not cause harmful interference to and No. 22.2 does not apply.
nor claim protection from assignments in 5.523C No. 22.2 shall continue to apply in
the broadcasting-satellite service operating the bands 19.3–19.6 GHz and 29.1–29.4 GHz, be-
in conformity with the Radio Regulations. tween feeder links of non-geostationary mo-
(WRC–07) bile-satellite service networks and those
5.519 Additional allocation: The bands 18– fixed-satellite service networks for which
18.3 GHz in Region 2 and 18.1–18.4 GHz in Re- complete Appendix 4 coordination informa-
gions 1 and 3 are also allocated to the mete- tion, or notification information, is consid-
orological-satellite service (space-to-Earth) ered as having been received by the Bureau
on a primary basis. Their use is limited to prior to 18 November 1995.
geostationary satellites. (WRC–07) 5.523D The use of the band 19.3–19.7 GHz
5.520 The use of the band 18.1–18.4 GHz by (space-to-Earth) by geostationary fixed-sat-
the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space) is ellite service systems and by feeder links for
limited to feeder links of geostationary-sat- non-geostationary-satellite systems in the
ellite systems in the broadcasting-satellite mobile-satellite service is subject to the ap-
service. plication of the provisions of No. 9.11A, but
5.521 Alternative allocation: In the United not subject to the provisions of No. 22.2. The
Arab Emirates and Greece, the frequency use of this band for other non-geostationary
band 18.1–18.4 GHz is allocated to the fixed, fixed-satellite service systems, or for the
fixed-satellite (space-to-Earth) and mobile cases indicated in Nos. 5.523C and 5.523E, is
services on a primary basis (see No. 5.33). not subject to the provisions of No. 9.11A and
The provisions of No. 5.519 also apply. (WRC– shall continue to be subject to Articles 9 (ex-
15) cept No. 9.11A) and 11 procedures, and to the
5.522A The emissions of the fixed service provisions of No. 22.2.
and the fixed-satellite service in the band 5.523E No. 22.2 shall continue to apply in
18.6–18.8 GHz are limited to the values given the bands 19.6–19.7 GHz and 29.4–29.5 GHz, be-
in Nos. 21.5A and 21.16.2, respectively. tween feeder links of non-geostationary mo-
5.522B The use of the band 18.6–18.8 GHz bile-satellite service networks and those
by the fixed-satellite service is limited to fixed-satellite service networks for which
geostationary systems and systems with an complete Appendix 4 coordination informa-
orbit of apogee greater than 20000 km. tion, or notification information, is consid-
5.522C In the band 18.6–18.8 GHz, in Alge- ered as having been received by the Bureau
ria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, the by 21 November 1997.
United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Lebanon, 5.524 Additional allocation: In Afghanistan,
Libya, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, the Syrian Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Brunei
Arab Republic, Tunisia and Yemen, fixed- Darussalam, Cameroon, China, Congo (Rep.
service systems in operation at the date of of the), Costa Rica, Egypt, the United Arab
entry into force of the Final Acts of WRC– Emirates, Gabon, Guatemala, Guinea, India,
2000 are not subject to the limits of No. Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Israel,
21.5A. Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia,
5.523A The use of the bands 18.8–19.3 GHz Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Nepal, Nigeria,
(space-to-Earth) and 28.6–29.1 GHz (Earth-to- Oman, Pakistan, the Philippines, Qatar, the
space) by geostationary and non-geo- Syrian Arab Republic, the Dem. Rep. of the
stationary fixed-satellite service networks is Congo, the Dem. People’s Rep. of Korea,
subject to the application of the provisions Singapore, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan,
of No. 9.11A and No. 22.2 does not apply. Ad- Chad, Togo and Tunisia, the frequency band
ministrations having geostationary-satellite 19.7–21.2 GHz is also allocated to the fixed
networks under coordination prior to 18 No- and mobile services on a primary basis. This
vember 1995 shall cooperate to the maximum additional use shall not impose any limita-
extent possible to coordinate pursuant to No. tion on the power flux- density of space sta-
9.11A with non-geostationary-satellite net- tions in the fixed-satellite service in the fre-
works for which notification information has quency band 19.7–21.2 GHz and of space sta-
been received by the Bureau prior to that tions in the mobile-satellite service in the
date, with a view to reaching results accept- frequency band 19.7–20.2 GHz where the allo-
able to all the parties concerned. Non-geo- cation to the mobile-satellite service is on a
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primary basis in the latter frequency band. 5.531 Additional allocation: in Japan, the
(WRC–15) band 21.4–22 GHz is also allocated to the
5.525 In order to facilitate interregional broadcasting service on a primary basis.
coordination between networks in the mo- 5.532 The use of the band 22.21–22.5 GHz by
bile-satellite and fixed-satellite services, the Earth exploration-satellite (passive) and
carriers in the mobile-satellite service that space research (passive) services shall not
are most susceptible to interference shall, to impose constraints upon the fixed and mo-
the extent practicable, be located in the bile, except aeronautical mobile, services.
higher parts of the bands 19.7–20.2 GHz and 5.532A The location of earth stations in
29.5–30 GHz. the space research service shall maintain a
5.526 In the bands 19.7–20.2 GHz and 29.5–30
separation distance of at least 54 km from
GHz in Region 2, and in the bands 20.1–20.2
the respective border(s) of neighbouring
GHz and 29.9–30 GHz in Regions 1 and 3, net-
countries to protect the existing and future
works which are both in the fixed-satellite
deployment of fixed and mobile services un-
service and in the mobile-satellite service
may include links between earth stations at less a shorter distance is otherwise agreed
specified or unspecified points or while in between the corresponding administrations.
motion, through one or more satellites for Nos. 9.17 and 9.18 do not apply. (WRC–12)
point-to-point and point-to-multipoint com- 5.532B Use of the band 24.65–25.25 GHz in
munications. Region 1 and the band 24.65–24.75 GHz in Re-
5.527 In the bands 19.7–20.2 GHz and 29.5–30 gion 3 by the fixed-satellite service (Earth-
GHz, the provisions of No. 4.10 do not apply to-space) is limited to earth stations using a
with respect to the mobile-satellite service. minimum antenna diameter of 4.5 m. (WRC–
5.527A The operation of earth stations in 12)
motion communicating with the FSS is sub- 5.533 The inter-satellite service shall not
ject to Resolution 156 (WRC–15). (WRC–15) claim protection from harmful interference
5.528 The allocation to the mobile-sat- from airport surface detection equipment
ellite service is intended for use by networks stations of the radionavigation service.
which use narrow spot-beam antennas and 5.535 In the band 24.75–25.25 GHz, feeder
other advanced technology at the space sta- links to stations of the broadcasting-sat-
tions. Administrations operating systems in ellite service shall have priority over other
the mobile-satellite service in the band 19.7– uses in the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-
20.1 GHz in Region 2 and in the band 20.1–20.2 space). Such other uses shall protect and
GHz shall take all practicable steps to en- shall not claim protection from existing and
sure the continued availability of these future operating feeder-link networks to
bands for administrations operating fixed such broadcasting satellite stations.
and mobile systems in accordance with the
5.535A The use of the band 29.1–29.5 GHz
provisions of No. 5.524.
(Earth-to-space) by the fixed-satellite serv-
5.529 The use of the bands 19.7–20.1 GHz
ice is limited to geostationary-satellite sys-
and 29.5–29.9 GHz by the mobile-satellite
tems and feeder links to non-geostationary-
service in Region 2 is limited to satellite
satellite systems in the mobile-satellite
networks which are both in the fixed-sat-
ellite service and in the mobile-satellite service. Such use is subject to the applica-
service as described in No. 5.526. tion of the provisions of No. 9.11A, but not
5.530A Unless otherwise agreed between subject to the provisions of No. 22.2, except
the administrations concerned, any station as indicated in Nos. 5.523C and 5.523E where
in the fixed or mobile services of an adminis- such use is not subject to the provisions of
tration shall not produce a power flux-den- No. 9.11A and shall continue to be subject to
sity in excess of ¥120.4 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) at Articles 9 (except No. 9.11A) and 11 proce-
3 m above the ground of any point of the ter- dures, and to the provisions of No. 22.2.
ritory of any other administration in Re- 5.536 Use of the 25.25–27.5 GHz band by the
gions 1 and 3 for more than 20% of the time. inter-satellite service is limited to space re-
In conducting the calculations, administra- search and Earth exploration-satellite appli-
tions should use the most recent version of cations, and also transmissions of data origi-
Recommendation ITU–R P.452 (see also the nating from industrial and medical activities
most recent version of Recommendation in space.
ITU–R BO.1898). (WRC–15) 5.536A Administrations operating earth
5.530B In the band 21.4–22 GHz, in order to stations in the Earth exploration-satellite
facilitate the development of the broad- service or the space research service shall
casting-satellite service, administrations in not claim protection from stations in the
Regions 1 and 3 are encouraged not to deploy fixed and mobile services operated by other
stations in the mobile service and are en- administrations. In addition, earth stations
couraged to limit the deployment of stations in the Earth exploration-satellite service or
in the fixed service to point-to-point links. in the space research service should be oper-
(WRC–12) ated taking into account the most recent

5.530D See Resolution 555 (Rev.WRC–15). version of Recommendation ITU–R SA.1862.
(FCC) (WRC–12)
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5.536B In Saudi Arabia, Austria, Bahrain, on the geostationary-satellite orbit. (WRC–
Belgium, Brazil, China, Korea (Rep. of), Den- 07)
mark, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Esto- 5.539 The band 27.5–30 GHz may be used by
nia, Finland, Hungary, India, Iran (Islamic the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space)
Republic of), Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, for the provision of feeder links for the
Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, broadcasting-satellite service.
Moldova, Norway, Oman, Uganda, Pakistan, 5.540 Additional allocation: the band 27.501–
the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Syr- 29.999 GHz is also allocated to the fixed-sat-
ian Arab Republic, Dem. People’s Rep. of ellite service (space-to-Earth) on a secondary
Korea, Slovakia, the Czech Rep., Romania, basis for beacon transmissions intended for
the United Kingdom, Singapore, Sweden, up-link power control.
Tanzania, Turkey, Viet Nam and Zimbabwe, 5.541 In the band 28.5–30 GHz, the earth ex-
earth stations operating in the Earth explo- ploration-satellite service is limited to the
ration-satellite service in the frequency band transfer of data between stations and not to
25.5–27 GHz shall not claim protection from, the primary collection of information by
or constrain the use and deployment of, sta- means of active or passive sensors.
tions of the fixed and mobile services. (WRC– 5.541A Feeder links of non-geostationary
15) networks in the mobile-satellite service and
5.536C In Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, geostationary networks in the fixed-satellite
Botswana, Brazil, Cameroon, Comoros, Cuba, service operating in the band 29.1–29.5 GHz
Djibouti, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Es- (Earth-to-space) shall employ uplink adapt-
tonia, Finland, Iran (Islamic Republic of), ive power control or other methods of fade
Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lithuania, compensation, such that the earth station
Malaysia, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, transmissions shall be conducted at the
power level required to meet the desired link
Syrian Arab Republic, Somalia, Sudan,
performance while reducing the level of mu-
South Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uruguay,
tual interference between both networks.
Zambia and Zimbabwe, earth stations oper-
These methods shall apply to networks for
ating in the space research service in the
which Appendix 4 coordination information
band 25.5–27 GHz shall not claim protection
is considered as having been received by the
from, or constrain the use and deployment
Bureau after 17 May 1996 and until they are
of, stations of the fixed and mobile services.
changed by a future competent world
(WRC–12)
radiocommunication conference. Adminis-
5.537 Space services using non-geo- trations submitting Appendix 4 information
stationary satellites operating in the inter- for coordination before this date are encour-
satellite service in the band 27–27.5 GHz are aged to utilize these techniques to the extent
exempt from the provisions of No. 22.2. practicable.
5.537A In Bhutan, Cameroon, Korea (Rep. 5.542 Additional allocation: In Algeria,
of), the Russian Federation, India, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam,
Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Japan, Cameroon, China, Congo (Rep. of the), Egypt,
Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, the United Arab Emirates, Eritrea, Ethiopia,
Myanmar, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, the Phil- Guinea, India, Iran (Islamic Republic of),
ippines, Kyrgyzstan, the Dem. People’s Rep. Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Ma-
of Korea, Sudan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and laysia, Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, Nepal,
Viet Nam, the allocation to the fixed service Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, the Syr-
in the band 27.9–28.2 GHz may also be used by ian Arab Republic, the Dem. People’s Rep. of
high altitude platform stations (HAPS) with- Korea, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Sri
in the territory of these countries. Such use Lanka and Chad, the band 29.5–31 GHz is also
of 300 MHz of the fixed-service allocation by allocated to the fixed and mobile services on
HAPS in the above countries is further lim- a secondary basis. The power limits specified
ited to operation in the HAPS-to-ground di- in Nos. 21.3 and 21.5 shall apply. (WRC–12)
rection and shall not cause harmful inter- 5.543 The band 29.95–30 GHz may be used
ference to, nor claim protection from, other for space-to-space links in the Earth explo-
types of fixed-service systems or other co- ration-satellite service for telemetry, track-
primary services. Furthermore, the developing, and control purposes, on a secondary
ment of these other services shall not be con- basis.
strained by HAPS. See Resolution 145 (Rev. 5.543A In Bhutan, Cameroon, Korea (Rep.
WRC–12). (WRC–12) of), the Russian Federation, India, Indonesia,
5.538 Additional allocation: the bands Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Japan,
27.500–27.501 GHz and 29.999–30.000 GHz are Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia,
also allocated to the fixed-satellite service Myanmar, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, the Phil-
(space-to-Earth) on a primary basis for the ippines, Kyrgyzstan, the Dem. People’s Rep.
beacon transmissions intended for up-link of Korea, Sudan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and
power control. Such space-to-Earth trans- Viet Nam, the allocation to the fixed service
missions shall not exceed an equivalent in the frequency band 31–31.3 GHz may also
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) of + 10 be used by systems using high altitude plat-
dBW in the direction of adjacent satellites form stations (HAPS) in the ground-to-HAPS
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§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
direction. The use of the frequency band 31– navigation service in the 31.8–33.4 GHz band,
31.3 GHz by systems using HAPS is limited taking into account the operational needs of
to the territory of the countries listed above the airborne radar systems.
and shall not cause harmful interference to, 5.547B Alternative allocation: in the United
nor claim protection from, other types of States, the band 31.8–32 GHz is allocated to
fixed-service systems, systems in the mobile the radionavigation and space research (deep
service and systems operated under No. 5.545. space) (space-to-Earth) services on a primary
Furthermore, the development of these serv- basis.
ices shall not be constrained by HAPS. Sys- 5.547C Alternative allocation: in the United
tems using HAPS in the frequency band 31– States, the band 32–32.3 GHz is allocated to
31.3 GHz shall not cause harmful interference the radionavigation and space research (deep
to the radio astronomy service having a pri- space) (space-to-Earth) services on a primary
mary allocation in the frequency band 31.3– basis.
31.8 GHz, taking into account the protection 5.547D Alternative allocation: in the United
criterion as given in the most recent version States, the band 32.3–33 GHz is allocated to
of Recommendation ITU–R RA.769. In order the inter-satellite and radionavigation serv-
to ensure the protection of satellite passive ices on a primary basis.
services, the level of unwanted power density 5.547E Alternative allocation: in the United
into a HAPS ground station antenna in the States, the band 33–33.4 GHz is allocated to
frequency band 31.3–31.8 GHz shall be limited the radionavigation service on a primary
to ¥106 dB(W/MHz) under clear-sky condi- basis.
tions, and may be increased up to ¥100 dB(W/
5.548 In designing systems for the inter-
MHz) under rainy conditions to mitigate fad-
satellite service in the band 32.3–33 GHz, for
ing due to rain, provided the effective impact
the radionavigation service in the band 32–33
on the passive satellite does not exceed the
GHz, and for the space research service (deep
impact under clear-sky conditions. See Reso-
space) in the band 31.8–32.3 GHz, administra-
lution 145 (Rev.WRC–12). (WRC–15)
tions shall take all necessary measures to
5.544 In the band 31–31.3 GHz the power
prevent harmful interference between these
flux-density limits specified in Article 21,
Table 21–4 shall apply to the space research services, bearing in mind the safety aspects
service. of the radionavigation service (see Rec-
5.545 Different category of service: In Arme- ommendation 707).
nia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and 5.549 Additional allocation: In Saudi Ara-
Turkmenistan, the allocation of the band 31– bia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Egypt, the United
31.3 GHz to the space research service is on a Arab Emirates, Gabon, Indonesia, Iran (Is-
primary basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–12) lamic Republic of), Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Ku-
5.546 Different category of service: In Saudi wait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mo-
Arabia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, rocco, Mauritania, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman,
Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Es- Pakistan, the Philippines, Qatar, the Syrian
tonia, the Russian Federation, Georgia, Hun- Arab Republic, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo,
gary, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Israel, Jor- Singapore, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan,
dan, Lebanon, Moldova, Mongolia, Oman, Uz- Sri Lanka, Togo, Tunisia and Yemen, the
bekistan, Poland, the Syrian Arab Republic, band 33.4–36 GHz is also allocated to the fixed
Kyrgyzstan, Romania, the United Kingdom, and mobile services on a primary basis.
South Africa, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and (WRC–12)
Turkey, the allocation of the band 31.5–31.8 5.549A In the band 35.5–36.0 GHz, the mean
GHz to the fixed and mobile, except aero- power flux-density at the Earth’s surface,
nautical mobile, services is on a primary generated by any spaceborne sensor in the
basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–12) Earth exploration-satellite service (active)
5.547 The bands 31.8–33.4 GHz, 37–40 GHz, or space research service (active), for any
40.5–43.5 GHz, 51.4–52.6 GHz, 55.78–59 GHz and angle greater than 0.8° from the beam centre
64–66 GHz are available for high-density ap- shall not exceed ¥73.3 dB(W/m2) in this band.
plications in the fixed service (see Resolu- 5.550 Different category of service: In Arme-
tion 75 (WRC–12)). Administrations should nia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, the Russian Federa-
take this into account when considering reg- tion, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and
ulatory provisions in relation to these bands. Turkmenistan, the allocation of the band
Because of the potential deployment of high- 34.7–35.2 GHz to the space research service is
density applications in the fixed-satellite on a primary basis (see No. 5.33). (WRC–12)
service in the bands 39.5–40 GHz and 40.5–42 5.550A For sharing of the band 36–37 GHz
GHz (see No. 5.516B), administrations should between the Earth exploration-satellite (pas-
further take into account potential con- sive) service and the fixed and mobile serv-
straints to high-density applications in the ices, Resolution 752 (WRC–07) shall apply.
fixed service, as appropriate. (FCC) (WRC–07)
5.547A Administrations should take prac- 5.551F Different category of service: in
tical measures to minimize the potential in- Japan, the allocation of the band 41.5–42.5
terference between stations in the fixed serv- GHz to the mobile service is on a primary
ice and airborne stations in the radio- basis (see No. 5.33).
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5.551H The equivalent power flux-density —Was in operation prior to 5 July 2003 and
(epfd) produced in the frequency band 42.5– has been notified to the Bureau before 4
43.5 GHz by all space stations in any non-geo- January 2004; or
stationary-satellite system in the fixed-sat- —Was notified before the date of receipt of
ellite service (space-to-Earth), or in the the complete Appendix 4 information for
broadcasting-satellite service operating in coordination or notification, as appro-
the frequency band 42–42.5 GHz, shall not ex- priate, for the space station to which the
ceed the following values at the site of any limits apply.
radio astronomy station for more than 2% of
the time: Other radio astronomy stations notified
after these dates may seek an agreement
¥230 dB(W/m2) in 1 GHz and ¥246 dB(W/m2) with administrations that have authorized
in any 500 kHz of the frequency band 42.5– the space stations. In Region 2, Resolution
43.5 GHz at the site of any radio astronomy
743 (WRC–03) shall apply. The limits in this
station registered as a single-dish tele-
footnote may be exceeded at the site of a
scope; and
radio astronomy station of any country
¥209 dB(W/m2) in any 500 kHz of the fre-
whose administration so agreed.
quency band 42.5–43.5 GHz at the site of any
radio astronomy station registered as a 5.552 The allocation of the spectrum for
very long baseline interferometry station. the fixed-satellite service in the bands 42.5–
43.5 GHz and 47.2–50.2 GHz for Earth-to-space
These epfd values shall be evaluated using transmission is greater than that in the band
the methodology given in Recommendation 37.5–39.5 GHz for space-to-Earth transmission
ITU–R S.1586–1 and the reference antenna in order to accommodate feeder links to
pattern and the maximum gain of an an- broadcasting satellites. Administrations are
tenna in the radio astronomy service given urged to take all practicable steps to reserve
in Recommendation ITU–R RA.1631–0 and the band 47.2–49.2 GHz for feeder links for the
shall apply over the whole sky and for ele- broadcasting-satellite service operating in
vation angles higher than the minimum op- the band 40.5–42.5 GHz.
erating angle qmin of the radiotelescope (for
5.552A The allocation to the fixed service
which a default value of 5° should be adopted
in the bands 47.2–47.5 GHz and 47.9–48.2 GHz is
in the absence of notified information).
designated for use by high altitude platform
These values shall apply at any radio as-
stations. The use of the bands 47.2–47.5 GHz
tronomy station that either:
and 47.9–48.2 GHz is subject to the provisions
—was in operation prior to 5 July 2003 and of Resolution 122 (Rev.WRC–07). (WRC–07)
has been notified to the Bureau before 4 5.553 In the bands 43.5–47 GHz and 66–71
January 2004; or GHz, stations in the land mobile service may
—was notified before the date of receipt of be operated subject to not causing harmful
the complete Appendix 4 information for interference to the space
coordination or notification, as appro- radiocommunication services to which these
priate, for the space station to which the bands are allocated (see No. 5.43).
limits apply.
5.554 In the bands 43.5–47 GHz, 66–71 GHz,
Other radio astronomy stations notified 95–100 GHz, 123–130 GHz, 191.8–200 GHz and
after these dates may seek an agreement 252–265 GHz, satellite links connecting land
with administrations that have authorized stations at specified fixed points are also au-
the space stations. In Region 2, Resolution thorized when used in conjunction with the
743 (WRC–03) shall apply. The limits in this mobile-satellite service or the radio-
footnote may be exceeded at the site of a navigation-satellite service.
radio astronomy station of any country 5.554A The use of the bands 47.5–47.9 GHz,
whose administration so agreed. (WRC–15) 48.2–48.54 GHz and 49.44–50.2 GHz by the fixed-
5.551I The power flux-density in the band satellite service (space-to-Earth) is limited
42.5–43.5 GHz produced by any geostationary to geostationary satellites.
space station in the fixed-satellite service
5.555 Additional allocation: the band 48.94–
(space-to-Earth), or the broadcasting-sat-
49.04 GHz is also allocated to the radio as-
ellite service operating in the 42–42.5 GHz
tronomy service on a primary basis.
band, shall not exceed the following values
at the site of any radio astronomy station: 5.555B The power flux-density in the band
48.94–49.04 GHz produced by any geo-
¥137 dB(W/m2) in 1 GHz and ¥153 dB(W/m2) stationary space station in the fixed-sat-
in any 500 kHz of the 42.5–43.5 GHz band at ellite service (space-to-Earth) operating in
the site of any radio astronomy station the bands 48.2–48.54 GHz and 49.44–50.2 GHz
registered as a single-dish telescope; and shall not exceed ¥151.8 dB(W/m2) in any 500
¥116 dB(W/m2) in any 500 kHz of the 42.5–43.5 kHz band at the site of any radio astronomy
GHz band at the site of any radio astron- station.
omy station registered as a very long base- 5.556 In the bands 51.4–54.25 GHz, 58.2–59
line interferometry station. GHz and 64–65 GHz, radio astronomy observa-
These values shall apply at the site of any tions may be carried out under national ar-
radio astronomy station that either: rangements.
675
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
5.556A Use of the bands 54.25–56.9 GHz, 57– ating in accordance with the decisions of the
58.2 GHz and 59–59.3 GHz by the inter-sat- appropriate frequency assignment planning
ellite service is limited to satellites in the conference for the broadcasting-satellite
geostationary-satellite orbit. The single- service.
entry power flux-density at all altitudes 5.561A The 81–81.5 GHz band is also allo-
from 0 km to 1000 km above the Earth’s sur- cated to the amateur and amateur-satellite
face produced by a station in the inter-sat- services on a secondary basis.
ellite service, for all conditions and for all 5.561B In Japan, use of the band 84–86
methods of modulation, shall not exceed GHz, by the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-
¥147 dB(W/(m2 · 100 MHz)) for all angles of space) is limited to feeder links in the broad-
arrival. casting-satellite service using the geo-
5.556B Additional allocation: in Japan, the stationary-satellite orbit.
band 54.25–55.78 GHz is also allocated to the 5.562 The use of the band 94–94.1 GHz by
mobile service on a primary basis for low- the Earth exploration-satellite (active) and
density use. space research (active) services is limited to
5.557 Additional allocation: in Japan, the spaceborne cloud radars.
band 55.78–58.2 GHz is also allocated to the 5.562A In the bands 94–94.1 GHz and 130–134
radiolocation service on a primary basis. GHz, transmissions from space stations of
5.557A In the band 55.78–56.26 GHz, in the Earth exploration-satellite service (ac-
order to protect stations in the Earth explo- tive) that are directed into the main beam of
ration-satellite service (passive), the max- a radio astronomy antenna have the poten-
imum power density delivered by a trans- tial to damage some radio astronomy receiv-
mitter to the antenna of a fixed service sta- ers. Space agencies operating the transmit-
tion is limited to ¥26 dB(W/MHz). ters and the radio astronomy stations con-
5.558 In the bands 55.78–58.2 GHz, 59–64 cerned should mutually plan their operations
GHz, 66–71 GHz, 122.25–123 GHz, 130–134 GHz, so as to avoid such occurrences to the max-
167–174.8 GHz and 191.8–200 GHz, stations in imum extent possible.
the aeronautical mobile service may be oper- 5.562B In the bands 105–109.5 GHz, 111.8–
ated subject to not causing harmful inter- 114.25 GHz, 155.5–158.5 GHz and 217–226 GHz,
ference to the inter-satellite service (see No. the use of this allocation is limited to space-
5.43). based radio astronomy only.
5.558A Use of the band 56.9–57 GHz by 5.562C Use of the band 116–122.25 GHz by
inter-satellite systems is limited to links be- the inter-satellite service is limited to sat-
tween satellites in geostationary-satellite ellites in the geostationary-satellite orbit.
orbit and to transmissions from non-geo- The single-entry power flux-density produced
stationary satellites in high-Earth orbit to by a station in the inter-satellite service, for
those in low-Earth orbit. For links between all conditions and for all methods of modula-
satellites in the geostationary-satellite tion, at all altitudes from 0 km to 1000 km
orbit, the single entry power flux-density at above the Earth’s surface and in the vicinity
all altitudes from 0 km to 1000 km above the of all geostationary orbital positions occu-
Earth’s surface, for all conditions and for all pied by passive sensors, shall not exceed
methods of modulation, shall not exceed ¥148 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for all angles of ar-
¥147 dB(W/(m2 · 100 MHz)) for all angles of rival.
arrival. 5.562D Additional allocation: In Korea (Rep.
5.559 In the band 59–64 GHz, airborne ra- of), the frequency bands 128–130 GHz, 171–171.6
dars in the radiolocation service may be op- GHz, 172.2–172.8 GHz and 173.3–174 GHz are
erated subject to not causing harmful inter- also allocated to the radio astronomy service
ference to the inter-satellite service (see No. on a primary basis. Radio astronomy sta-
5.43). tions in Korea (Rep. of) operating in the fre-
5.559B The use of the frequency band 77.5– quency bands referred to in this footnote
78 GHz by the radiolocation service shall be shall not claim protection from, or constrain
limited to short-range radar for ground- the use and development of, services in other
based applications, including automotive ra- countries operating in accordance with the
dars. The technical characteristics of these Radio Regulations. (WRC–15)
radars are provided in the most recent 5.562E The allocation to the Earth explo-
version of Recommendation ITU–R M.2057. ration-satellite service (active) is limited to
The provisions of No. 4.10 do not apply. the band 133.5–134 GHz.
(WRC–15) 5.562F In the band 155.5–158.5 GHz, the al-
5.560 In the band 78–79 GHz radars located location to the Earth exploration-satellite
on space stations may be operated on a pri- (passive) and space research (passive) serv-
mary basis in the Earth exploration-satellite ices shall terminate on 1 January 2018.
service and in the space research service. 5.562G The date of entry into force of the
5.561 In the band 74–76 GHz, stations in allocation to the fixed and mobile services in
the fixed, mobile and broadcasting services the band 155.5–158.5 GHz shall be 1 January
shall not cause harmful interference to sta- 2018.

tions of the fixed-satellite service or stations 5.562H Use of the bands 174.8–182 GHz and
of the broadcasting-satellite service oper- 185–190 GHz by the inter-satellite service is
676
limited to satellites in the geostationary- casts, these space research transmissions are
satellite orbit. The single-entry power flux- subject to immediate temporary or perma-
density produced by a station in the inter- nent shutdown.
satellite service, for all conditions and for US2 In the band 9–490 kHz, electric utili-
all methods of modulation, at all altitudes ties operate Power Line Carrier (PLC) sys-
from 0 to 1000 km above the Earth’s surface tems on power transmission lines for com-
and in the vicinity of all geostationary or- munications important to the reliability and
bital positions occupied by passive sensors, security of electric service to the public.
shall not exceed ¥144 dB(W/(m2 · MHz)) for These PLC systems operate under the provi-
all angles of arrival. sions of 47 CFR part 15, or Chapter 8 of the
5.563A In the bands 200–209 GHz, 235–238 NTIA Manual, on an unprotected and non-in-
GHz, 250–252 GHz and 265–275 GHz, ground- terference basis with respect to authorized
based passive atmospheric sensing is carried radio users. Notification of intent to place
out to monitor atmospheric constituents. new or revised radio frequency assignments
5.563B The band 237.9–238 GHz is also allo- or PLC frequency uses in the band 9–490 kHz
cated to the Earth exploration-satellite serv- is to be made in accordance with the Rules
ice (active) and the space research service and Regulations of the FCC and NTIA, and
(active) for spaceborne cloud radars only. users are urged to minimize potential inter-
5.565 The following frequency bands in the ference to the extent practicable. This foot-
range 275–1000 GHz are identified for use by note does not provide any allocation status
administrations for passive service applica- to PLC radio frequency uses.
tions: US8 The use of the frequencies 170.475,
—Radio astronomy service: 275–323 GHz, 327– 171.425, 171.575, and 172.275 MHz east of the
371 GHz, 388–424 GHz, 426–442 GHz, 453–510 Mississippi River, and 170.425, 170.575, 171.475,
GHz, 623–711 GHz, 795–909 GHz and 926–945 172.225 and 172.375 MHz west of the Mis-
GHz; sissippi River may be authorized to fixed,
—Earth exploration-satellite service (pas- land and mobile stations operated by non-
sive) and space research service (passive): Federal forest firefighting agencies. In addi-
275–286 GHz, 296–306 GHz, 313–356 GHz, 361– tion, land stations and mobile stations oper-
365 GHz, 369–392 GHz, 397–399 GHz, 409–411 ated by non-Federal conservation agencies,
GHz, 416–434 GHz, 439–467 GHz, 477–502 GHz, for mobile relay operation only, may be au-
523–527 GHz, 538–581 GHz, 611–630 GHz, 634– thorized to use the frequency 172.275 MHz
654 GHz, 657–692 GHz, 713–718 GHz, 729–733 east of the Mississippi River and the fre-
GHz, 750–754 GHz, 771–776 GHz, 823–846 GHz, quency 171.475 MHz west of the Mississippi
River. The use of any of the foregoing nine
850–854 GHz, 857–862 GHz, 866–882 GHz, 905–
frequencies shall be on the condition that no
928 GHz, 951–956 GHz, 968–973 GHz and 985–
harmful interference will be caused to Gov-
990 GHz.
ernment stations.
The use of the range 275–1000 GHz by the US11 On the condition that harmful inter-
passive services does not preclude use of this ference is not caused to present or future
range by active services. Administrations Federal stations in the band 162–174 MHz, the
wishing to make frequencies in the 275–1000 frequencies 166.25 MHz and 170.15 MHz may be
GHz range available for active service appli- authorized to non-Federal stations, as fol-
cations are urged to take all practicable lows:
steps to protect these passive services from (a) Eligibles in the Public Safety Radio
harmful interference until the date when the Pool may be authorized to operate in the
Table of Frequency Allocations is estab- fixed and land mobile services for locations
lished in the above-mentioned 275–1000 GHz within 150 miles (241.4 kilometers) of New
frequency range. York City; and
All frequencies in the range 1000–3000 GHz (b) Remote pickup broadcast stations may
may be used by both active and passive serv- be authorized to operate in the land mobile
ices. (WRC–12) service for locations within the
conterminous United States, excluding loca-
UNITED STATES (US) FOOTNOTES
tions within 150 miles of New York City and
(These footnotes, each consisting of the let- the Tennessee Valley Authority Area (TVA
ters ‘‘US’’ followed by one or more digits, de- Area). The TVA Area is bounded on the west
note stipulations applicable to both Federal by the Mississippi River, on the north by the
and non-Federal operations and thus appear parallel of latitude 37°30′ N, and on the east
in both the Federal Table and the non-Fed- and south by that arc of the circle with cen-
eral Table.) ter at Springfield, IL, and radius equal to the
US1 The bands 2501–2502 kHz, 5003–5005 airline distance between Springfield, IL, and
kHz, 10003–10005 kHz, 15005–15010 kHz, 19990– Montgomery, AL, subtended between the
19995 kHz, 20005–20010 kHz, and 25005–25010 foregoing west and north boundaries.
kHz are also allocated to the space research US13 The following center frequencies,
service on a secondary basis for Federal use. each with a channel bandwidth not greater
In the event of interference to the reception than 12.5 kHz, are available for assignment
of the standard frequency and time broad- to non-Federal fixed stations for the specific
677
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
purpose of transmitting hydrological and and upon special showing of need for service
meteorological data in cooperation with which the Federal Government is not yet
Federal agencies, subject to the condition prepared to render.
that harmful interference will not be caused US22 The following provisions shall apply
to Federal stations: to non-Federal use of 68 carrier frequencies
in the range 2–8 MHz, which are not coordi-
HYDRO CHANNELS (MHZ) nated with NTIA:
(a) The frequencies authorized pursuant to
169.425 ...................... 170.2625 171.100 406.1250 47 CFR 90.264 (Disaster Communications) and
169.4375 .................... 170.275 171.1125 406.1750 47 CFR 90.266 (Long Distance Communica-
169.450 ...................... 170.2875 171.125 412.6625
169.4625 .................... 170.300 171.825 412.6750 tions) are listed in columns 1–2 and columns
169.475 ...................... 170.3125 171.8375 412.6875 3–5, respectively. All stations are restricted
169.4875 .................... 170.325 171.850 412.7125 to emission designator 2K80J3E, upper side-
169.500 ...................... 171.025 171.8625 412.7250 band transmissions, a maximum transmitter
169.5125 .................... 171.0375 171.875 412.7375 output power of 1 kW PEP, and to the class
169.525 ...................... 171.050 171.8875 412.7625
of station(s) listed in the column heading
170.225 ...................... 171.0625 171.900 412.7750
170.2375 .................... 171.075 171.9125 415.1250 (i.e., fixed (FX) for all frequencies; base and
170.250 ...................... 171.0875 171.925 415.1750 mobile (FB and ML) for the frequencies in
column 1 and 3; itinerant FX for the fre-
New assignments on the frequencies 406.125 quencies in columns 4–5).
MHz and 406.175 MHz are to be primarily for (b) Use, Geographic, and Time Restrictions.
paired operations with the frequencies 415.125 Letter(s) to the right of a frequency indicate
MHz and 415.175 MHz, respectively. that the frequency is available only for the
US14 When 500 kHz is being used for dis- following purpose(s):
tress purposes, ship and coast stations using —A or I: Alternate channel or Interstate co-
morse telegraph may use 512 kHz for calling. ordination.
US18 In the bands 9–14 kHz, 90–110 kHz, —C, E, M, or W: For stations located in the
190–415 kHz, 510–535 kHz, and 2700–2900 MHz, Conterminous U.S., East of 108° West Lon-
navigation aids in the U.S. and its insular gitude (WL), West of the Mississippi River,
areas are normally operated by the Federal or West of 90° WL.
Government. However, authorizations may —D or N: From two hours after local sunrise
be made by the FCC for non-Federal oper- until two hours before local sunset (i.e.,
ations in these bands subject to the conclu- Day only operations) or from two hours
sion of appropriate arrangements between prior to local sunset until two hours after
the FCC and the Federal agencies concerned local sunrise (i.e., Night only operations).
PREFERRED CARRIER FREQUENCIES (KHZ)
Disaster communications Long distance communications
FX, FB, ML FX FX, FB, ML FX (including itinerant)
2326 ... I 5135 ... A 2289 5046.6 ... E 7480.1

2411 5140 ... A, I 2292 5052.6 ... E 7483.1
2414 5192 ... I 2395 5055.6 ... E 7486.1 ... E
2419 5195 ... I 2398 5061.6 ... W 7549.1 ... D
2422 7477 ... A 3170 5067.6 7552.1
2439 7480 ... A 4538.6 ... N 5074.6 ... E 7555.1 ... W

2463 7802 ... D 4548.6 ... N 5099.1 7558.1 ... W
2466 7805 ... I 4575 5102.1 7559.1 ... W
2471 7932 4610.5 5313.6 7562.1 ... W
2474 7935 ... C, D 4613.5 7697.1
2487 4634.5 6800.1 ... N
2511 4637.5 6803.1

2535 4647 6806.1 ... W
2569 6855.1 ... N, M
2587 6858.1 ... N
2801 6861.1 ... W

2804 ... A 6885.1 ... N
678
PREFERRED CARRIER FREQUENCIES (KHZ)—Continued
2812 6888.1 ... N
NOTE: To determine the assigned fre- stations. In case of 122.925 MHz, US213 ap-
quency, add 1.4 kHz to the carrier frequency. plies.
Other emission designators may be author- Air carrier aircraft stations may use
ized within the 2.8 kHz maximum necessary 122.000 and 122.050 MHz for communication
bandwidth pursuant to 47 CFR 90.264 and with aeronautical stations of the Federal
90.266. Aviation Administration and 122.700, 122.800,
US23 In the band 5330.5–5406.4 kHz (60 m 122.900 and 123.000 MHz for communications
band), the assigned frequencies 5332, 5348, with aeronautical stations pertaining to
5358.5, 5373, and 5405 kHz are allocated to the safety of flight with and in the vicinity of
amateur service on a secondary basis. Ama- landing areas not served by a control tower.
teur service use of the 60 m band frequencies Frequencies in the band 121.9375–122.6875
is restricted to a maximum effective radi- MHz may be used by aeronautical stations of
ated power of 100 W PEP and to the following the Federal Aviation Administration for
emission types and designators: phone communication with aircraft stations.
(2K80J3E), data (2K80J2D), RTTY (60H0J2B), US32 Except for the frequencies 123.3 and
and CW (150HA1A). Amateur operators using 123.5 MHz, which are not authorized for Fed-
the data and RTTY emissions must exercise eral use, the band 123.1125–123.5875 MHz is
care to limit the length of transmissions so available for FAA communications incident
as to avoid causing harmful interference to to flight test and inspection activities perti-
Federal stations. nent to aircraft and facility certification on
US25 The use of frequencies in the band a secondary basis.
25.85–26.175 MHz may be authorized in any US33 The band 123.1125–123.5875 MHz is for
area to non-Federal remote pickup broadcast use by flight test and aviation instructional
base and mobile stations on the condition stations. The frequency 121.950 MHz is avail-
that harmful interference is not caused to able for aviation instructional stations.
stations of the broadcasting service in the US36 In Hawaii, the bands 120.647–120.653
band 25.85–26.1 MHz and to stations of the MHz and 127.047–127.053 MHz are also allo-
maritime mobile service in the band 26.1– cated to the aeronautical mobile service on a
26.175 MHz. Frequencies within the band 26.1– primary basis for non-Federal aircraft air-to-
26.175 MHz may also be assigned for use by air communications on 120.65 MHz (Maui)
low power auxiliary stations. and 127.05 MHz (Hawaii and Kauai) as speci-
US26 The bands 117.975–121.4125 MHz, fied in 47 CFR 87.187.
123.5875–128.8125 MHz and 132.0125–136.0 MHz
US41 In the band 2450–2500 MHz, the Fed-
are for air traffic control communications.
eral radiolocation service is permitted on
US28 The band 121.5875–121.9375 MHz is for
condition that harmful interference is not
use by aeronautical utility land and mobile
caused to non-Federal services.
stations, and for air traffic control commu-
US44 In the band 2900–3100 MHz, the non-
nications.
US30 The band 121.9375–123.0875 MHz is Federal radiolocation service may be author-
available to FAA aircraft for communica- ized on the condition that no harmful inter-
tions pursuant to flight inspection functions ference is caused to Federal services.
in accordance with the Federal Aviation Act US49 In the band 5460–5470 MHz, the non-
of 1958. Federal radiolocation service may be author-
US31 The frequencies 122.700, 122.725, ized on the condition that it does not cause
122.750, 122.800, 122.950, 122.975, 123.000, 123.050 harmful interference to the aeronautical or
and 123.075 MHz may be assigned to aero- maritime radionavigation services or to the
nautical advisory stations. In addition, at Federal radiolocation service.
landing areas having a part-time or no air- US50 In the band 5470–5650 MHz, the radio-
drome control tower or FAA flight service location service may be authorized for non-
station, these frequencies may be assigned Federal use on the condition that harmful
on a secondary non-interference basis to interference is not caused to the maritime
aeronautical utility mobile stations, and radionavigation service or to the Federal
may be used by FAA ground vehicles for radiolocation service.
safety related communications during in- US52 In the VHF maritime mobile band
spections conducted at such landing areas. (156–162 MHz), the following provisions shall
The frequencies 122.850, 122.900 and 122.925 apply:
MHz may be assigned to aeronautical (a) Except as provided for below, the use of
multicom stations. In addition, 122.850 MHz the bands 161.9625–161.9875 MHz (AIS 1 with
may be assigned on a secondary noninter- center frequency 161.975 MHz) and 162.0125–
ference basis to aeronautical utility mobile 162.0375 MHz (AIS 2 with center frequency
679
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
162.025 MHz) by the maritime mobile and mo- specified therein, and in particular, shall not
bile-satellite (Earth-to-space) services is re- cause harmful interference to Federal sta-
stricted to Automatic Identification Sys- tions. The procedure for authorizing such use
tems (AIS). The use of these bands by the is set forth in 47 CFR 90.25.
aeronautical mobile (OR) service is re- US59 The band 10.5–10.55 GHz is restricted
stricted to AIS emissions from search and to systems using type NON (AO) emission
rescue aircraft operations. Frequencies in with a power not to exceed 40 watts into the
the AIS 1 band may continue to be used by antenna.
non-Federal base, fixed, and land mobile sta- US64 (a) In the band 401–406 MHz, the mo-
tions until March 2, 2024. bile, except aeronautical mobile, service is
(b) Except as provided for below, the use of
allocated on a secondary basis and is limited
the bands 156.7625–156.7875 MHz (AIS 3 with
to, with the exception of military tactical
center frequency 156.775 MHz) and 156.8125–
mobile stations, Medical Device
156.8375 MHz (AIS 4 with center frequency
Radiocommunication Service (MedRadio) op-
156.825 MHz) by the mobile-satellite service
erations. MedRadio stations are authorized
(Earth-to-space) is restricted to the recep-
tion of long-range AIS broadcast messages by rule on the condition that harmful inter-
from ships (Message 27; see most recent ference is not caused to stations in the mete-
version of Recommendation ITU–R M.1371). orological aids, meteorological-satellite, and
The frequencies 156.775 MHz and 156.825 MHz Earth exploration-satellite services, and
may continue to be used by non-Federal ship that MedRadio stations accept interference
and coast stations for navigation-related from stations in the meteorological aids, me-
port operations or ship movement until Au- teorological-satellite, and Earth exploration-
gust 26, 2019. satellite services.
(c) The frequency 156.3 MHz may also be (b) The bands 413–419 MHz, 426–432 MHz,
used by aircraft stations for the purpose of 438–444 MHz, and 451–457 MHz are also allo-
search and rescue operations and other safe- cated on a secondary basis to the mobile, ex-
ty-related communication. cept aeronautical mobile, service. The use of
(d) Federal stations in the maritime mo- this allocation is limited to MedRadio oper-
bile service may also be authorized as fol- ations. MedRadio stations are authorized by
lows: (1) Vessel traffic services under the rule and operate in accordance with 47 CFR
control of the U.S. Coast Guard on a simplex part 95.
basis by coast and ship stations on the fre- US65 The use of the band 5460–5650 MHz by
quencies 156.25, 156.55, 156.6 and 156.7 MHz; (2) the maritime radionavigation service is lim-
Inter-ship use of the frequency 156.3 MHz on ited to shipborne radars.
a simplex basis; (3) Navigational bridge-to- US67 The use of the band 9300–9500 MHz by
bridge and navigational communications on the meteorological aids service is limited to
a simplex basis by coast and ship stations on ground-based radars. Radiolocation installa-
the frequencies 156.375 and 156.65 MHz; (4) tions will be coordinated with the meteoro-
Port operations use on a simplex basis by
logical aids service and, insofar as prac-
coast and ship stations on the frequencies
ticable, will be adjusted to meet the require-
156.6 and 156.7 MHz; (5) Environmental com-
ments of the meteorological aids service.
munications on the frequency 156.75 MHz in
accordance with the national plan; and (6) US69 In the band 31.8–33.4 GHz, ground-
Duplex port operations use of the frequencies based radionavigation aids are not permitted
157 MHz for ship stations and 161.6 MHz for except where they operate in cooperation
coast stations. with airborne or shipborne radionavigation
US53 In view of the fact that the band devices.
13.25–13.4 GHz is allocated to doppler naviga- US70 The meteorological aids service al-
tion aids, Federal and non-Federal airborne location in the band 400.15–406.0 MHz does
doppler radars in the aeronautical radio- not preclude the operation therein of associ-
navigation service are permitted in the band ated ground transmitters.
8750–8850 MHz only on the condition that US71 In the band 9300–9320 MHz, low-pow-
they must accept any interference that may ered maritime radionavigation stations shall
be experienced from stations in the radio- be protected from harmful interference
location service in the band 8500–10000 MHz. caused by the operation of land-based equip-
US55 In the bands 162.0375–173.2 MHz and ment.
406.1–420 MHz, the FCC may authorize public US73 The frequencies 150.775, 150.79,
safety applicants to use the 40 Federal Inter- 152.0075, and 163.25 MHz, and the bands 462.94–
operability Channels that are designated for 463.19675 and 467.94–468.19675 MHz shall be au-
joint federal/non-federal operations for law thorized for the purpose of delivering or ren-
enforcement, public safety, emergency re- dering medical services to individuals (med-
sponse and disaster response in section 4.3.16 ical radiocommunication systems), and shall
of the NTIA Manual, subject to the condition be authorized on a primary basis for Federal
that that these non-Federal mobile (includ- and non-Federal use. The frequency 152.0075
ing portable) interoperability communica- MHz may also be used for the purpose of con-
tions shall conform to the national plans ducting public safety radio communications
680
that include, but are not limited to, the de- tions shall be restricted to the purpose for
livering or rendering of medical services to which the frequency is authorized to non-
individuals. Federal stations, and shall be in accordance
(a) The use of the frequencies 150.775 and with the appropriate provisions of the Com-
150.79 MHz is restricted to mobile stations mission’s Rules and Regulations, Part 87,
operating with a maximum e.r.p. of 100 Aviation Services; (b) Use of the frequency is
watts. Airborne operations are prohibited. required for coordination of activities with
(b) The use of the frequencies 152.0075 and Commission licensees operating on this fre-
163.25 MHz is restricted to base stations that quency; and (c) Federal stations will not be
are authorized only for one-way paging com- authorized for operation at fixed locations.
munications to mobile receivers. Trans- US81 The band 38–38.25 MHz is used by
missions for the purpose of activating or both Federal and non-Federal radio astron-
controlling remote objects on these fre- omy observatories. No new fixed or mobile
quencies shall not be authorized.
assignments are to be made and Federal sta-
(c) Non-Federal licensees in the Public
tions in the band 38–38.25 MHz will be moved
Safety Radio Pool holding a valid authoriza-
to other bands on a case-by-case basis, as re-
tion on May 27, 2005, to operate on the fre-
quired, to protect radio astronomy observa-
quencies 150.7825 and 150.7975 MHz may, upon
proper renewal application, continue to be tions from harmful interference. As an ex-
authorized for such operation; provided that ception, however, low powered military
harmful interference is not caused to present transportable and mobile stations used for
or future Federal stations in the band 150.05– tactical and training purposes will continue
150.8 MHz and, should harmful interference to use the band. To the extent practicable,
result, that the interfering non-Federal oper- the latter operations will be adjusted to re-
ation shall immediately terminate. lieve such interference as may be caused to
US74 In the bands 25.55–25.67, 73–74.6, radio astronomy observations. In the event
406.1–410, 608–614, 1400–1427, 1660.5–1670, 2690– of harmful interference from such local oper-
2700, and 4990–5000 MHz, and in the bands ations, radio astronomy observatories may
10.68–10.7, 15.35–15.4, 23.6–24.0, 31.3–31.5, 86–92, contact local military commands directly,
100–102, 109.5–111.8, 114.25–116, 148.5–151.5, 164– with a view to effecting relief. A list of mili-
167, 200–209, and 250–252 GHz, the radio as- tary commands, areas of coordination, and
tronomy service shall be protected from un- points of contact for purposes of relieving in-
wanted emissions only to the extent that terference may be obtained upon request
such radiation exceeds the level which would from the Office of Engineering and Tech-
be present if the offending station were oper- nology, FCC, Washington, DC 20554.
ating in compliance with the technical US82 In the bands 4146–4152 kHz, 6224–6233
standards or criteria applicable to the serv- kHz, 8294–8300 kHz, 12353–12368 kHz, 16528–
ice in which it operates. Radio astronomy 16549 kHz, 18825–18846 kHz, 22159–22180 kHz,
observations in these bands are performed at and 25100–25121 kHz, the assignable fre-
the locations listed in US385. quencies may be authorized on a shared non-
US79 In the bands 1390–1400 MHz and 1427– priority basis to Federal and non-Federal
1432 MHz, the following provisions shall ship and coast stations (SSB telephony, with
apply: peak envelope power not to exceed 1 kW).
(a) Airborne and space-to-Earth operations US83 In the 1432–1435 MHz band, Federal
are prohibited. stations in the fixed and mobile services may
(b) Federal operations (except for devices operate indefinitely on a primary basis at
authorized by the FCC for the Wireless Med- the 22 sites listed in the table below. The
ical Telemetry Service) are on a non-inter- first 21 sites are in the United States and the
ference basis to non-Federal operations and last site is in Guam (GU). All other Federal
shall not constrain implementation of non- stations in the fixed and mobile services
Federal operations. shall operate in the band 1432–1435 MHz on a
US80 Federal stations may use the fre- primary basis until re-accommodated in ac-
quency 122.9 MHz subject to the following cordance with the National Defense Author-
conditions: (a) All operations by Federal sta- ization Act of 1999.
State Site North West Radius
AK ......... Fort Greely ................................................................... 63°47′ 145°52′ 80

AL .......... Redstone Arsenal ........................................................ 34°35′ 086°35′ 80
AZ .......... Fort Huachuca ............................................................. 31°33′ 110°18′ 80
AZ .......... Yuma Proving Ground ................................................. 32°29′ 114°20′ 160
CA ......... China Lake/Edwards AFB ........................................... 35°29′ 117°16′ 100
CA ......... Lemoore ....................................................................... 36°20′ 119°57′ 120
FL .......... Eglin AFB/Ft Rucker, AL ............................................. 30°28′ 086°31′ 140
FL .......... NAS Cecil Field ........................................................... 30°13′ 081°52′ 160
MD ......... Patuxent River ............................................................. 38°17′ 076°24′ 70
ME ......... Naval Space Operations Center .................................. 44°24′ 068°01′ 80

MI .......... Alpene Range .............................................................. 44°23′ 083°20′ 80
MS ......... Camp Shelby ............................................................... 31°20′ 089°18′ 80
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State Site North West Radius
NC ......... MCAS Cherry Point ..................................................... 34°54′ 076°53′ 100

NM ......... White Sands Missile Range/Holloman AFB ................ 32°11′ 106°20′ 160
NV ......... NAS Fallon ................................................................... 39°30′ 118°46′ 100
NV ......... Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR) .................. 37°29′ 114°14′ 130
SC ......... Beaufort MCAS ............................................................ 32°26′ 080°40′ 160
SC ......... Savannah River ........................................................... 33°15′ 081°39′ 3
UT ......... Utah Test and Training Range/Dugway Proving 40°57′ 113°05′ 160
Ground, Hill AFB.
VA ......... NAS Oceana ................................................................ 36°49′ 076°01′ 100
WA ........ NAS Whidbey Island .................................................... 48°21′ 122°39′ 70
GU ......... NCTAMS ...................................................................... 13°35′ 144°51′ 80
Note: The coordinates (North latitude and West longitude) are listed under the headings North and West. The Guam entry
under the West heading is actually 144°51′ East longitude. The operating radii in kilometers are listed under the heading Radius.
US84 In the bands 941.5–944 MHz and 1435– nautical mobile services is restricted to sta-
1525 MHz, low power auxiliary stations may tions in the Advanced Wireless Service
be authorized on a secondary basis, subject (AWS). Base stations that enable AWS mo-
to the terms and conditions set forth in 47 bile and portable stations to operate in the
CFR part 74, subpart H. band 1695–1710 MHz must be successfully co-
US85 Differential-Global-Positioning-Sys- ordinated prior to operation as follows: (i)
tem (DGPS) Stations, limited to ground- All base stations within the 27 protection
based transmitters, may be authorized on a zones listed in paragraph (b) that enable mo-
primary basis in the band 1559–1610 MHz for biles to operate at a maximum e.i.r.p. of 20
the specific purpose of transmitting DGPS dBm, and (ii) nationwide for base stations
information intended for aircraft navigation. that enable mobiles to operate with a max-
US87 The band 449.75–450.25 MHz may be
imum e.i.r.p. greater than 20 dBm, up to a
used by Federal and non-Federal stations for
maximum e.i.r.p. of 30 dBm, unless otherwise
space telecommand (Earth-to-space) at spe-
specified by Commission rule, order, or no-
cific locations, subject to such conditions as
may be applied on a case-by-case basis. Oper- tice.
ators shall take all practical steps to keep (b) Forty-seven Federal earth stations lo-
the carrier frequency close to 450 MHz. cated within the protection zones listed
US88 In the bands 1675–1695 MHz and 1695– below operate on a co-equal, primary basis
1710 MHz, the following provisions shall with AWS operations. All other Federal
apply: earth stations operate on a secondary basis.
(a) Non-Federal use of the band 1695–1710 (1) Protection zones for Federal earth sta-
MHz by the fixed and mobile except aero- tions receiving in the band 1695–1710 MHz:
Radius
State Location Latitude Longitude (km)
AK ................ Barrow ............................................................. 71°19′22″ 156°36′41″ 35

AK ................ Elmendorf AFB ................................................ 61°14′08″ 149°55′31″ 98
AK ................ Fairbanks ......................................................... 64°58′22″ 147°30′02″ 20
AZ ................ Yuma ............................................................... 32°39′24″ 114°36′22″ 95
CA ................ Monterey ......................................................... 36°35′34″ 121°51′20″ 76
CA ................ Twenty-Nine Palms ......................................... 34°17′46″ 116°09′44″ 80
FL ................. Miami ............................................................... 25°44′05″ 080°09′45″ 51
HI ................. Hickam AFB .................................................... 21°19′18″ 157°57′30″ 28
MD ............... Suitland ........................................................... 38°51′07″ 076°56′12″ 98
MS ............... Stennis Space Center ..................................... 30°21′23″ 089°36′41″ 57
SD ................ Sioux Falls ....................................................... 43°44′09″ 096°37′33″ 42
VA ................ Wallops Island ................................................. 37°56′45″ 075°27′45″ 30
GU ............... Andersen AFB ................................................. 13°34′52″ 144°55′28″ 42
(2) Protection zones for Federal earth sta-

tions receiving in the band 1675–1695 MHz:
Radius
CA ................ Sacramento ..................................................... 38°35′50″ 121°32′34″ 55

CO ............... Boulder ............................................................ 39°59′26″ 105°15′51″ 02
ID ................. Boise ............................................................... 43°35′42″ 116°13′49″ 39

IL .................. Rock Island ..................................................... 41°31′04″ 090°33′46″ 19
MO ............... Kansas City ..................................................... 39°16′40″ 094°39′44″ 40
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Radius
MO ............... St. Louis .......................................................... 38°35′26″ 090°12′25″ 34

MS ............... Columbus Lake ............................................... 33°32′04″ 088°30′06″ 03
MS ............... Vicksburg ......................................................... 32°20′47″ 090°50′10″ 16
NE ................ Omaha ............................................................. 41°20′56″ 095°57′34″ 30
OH ............... Cincinnati ......................................................... 39°06′10″ 084°30′35″ 32
OK ................ Norman ............................................................ 35°10′52″ 097°26′21″ 03
TN ................ Knoxville .......................................................... 35°57′58″ 083°55′13″ 50
WV ............... Fairmont .......................................................... 39°26′02″ 080°11′33″ 04
PR ................ Guaynabo ........................................................ 18°25′26″ 066°06′50″ 48
NOTE: The coordinates are specified in the (a) Non-Federal use of the band 1755–1780
conventional manner (North latitude, West MHz by the fixed and mobile services is re-
longitude), except that the Guam (GU) entry stricted to stations in the Advanced Wireless
is specified in terms of East longitude. Service (AWS). Base stations that enable
US90 In the band 2025–2110 MHz, the power AWS mobile and portable stations to operate
flux-density at the Earth’s surface produced in the band 1755–1780 MHz must be success-
by emissions from a space station in the fully coordinated on a nationwide basis prior
space operation, Earth exploration-satellite, to operation, unless otherwise specified by
or space research service that is transmit- Commission rule, order, or notice.
ting in the space-to-space direction, for all (b) In the band 1755–1780 MHz, the Federal
conditions and all methods of modulation, systems listed below operate on a co-equal,
shall not exceed the following values in any primary basis with AWS stations. All other
4 kHz sub-band: Federal stations in the fixed and mobile
(a) ¥154 dBW/m2 for angles of arrival above services identified in an approved Transition
the horizontal plane (d) of 0° to 5°, Plan will operate on a primary basis until re-
(b) ¥154 + 0.5(d ¥ 5) dBW/m2 for d of 5° to accommodated in accordance with 47 CFR
25°, and part 301.
(c) ¥144 dBW/m2 for d of 25° to 90°. (1) Joint Tactical Radio Systems (JTRS)
US91 In the band 1755–1780 MHz, the fol- may operate indefinitely at the following lo-
lowing provisions shall apply: cations:
State Training area Latitude Longitude
AZ ................ Yuma Proving Ground ................................................................. 33°12′14″ 114°13′47″

CA ................ Fort Irwin ..................................................................................... 35°23′19″ 116°37′43″
LA ................ Fort Polk ...................................................................................... 31°08′38″ 093°06′52″
NC ............... Fort Bragg (including Camp MacKall) ......................................... 35°09′04″ 078°59′13″
NM ............... White Sands Missile Range ........................................................ 32°52′50″ 106°23′10″
TX ................ Fort Hood .................................................................................... 31°13′50″ 097°45′23″
(2) Air combat training system (ACTS) sta- NOTE: ACTS transmitters may cause inter-
tions may operate on two frequencies within ference to AWS base stations between sepa-
two geographic zones that are defined by the ration distances of 285 km (minimum) and
following coordinates: 415 km (maximum).
(3) In the sub-band 1761–1780 MHz, Federal
Geographic zone Latitude Longitude
earth stations in the space operation service
Polygon 1 ............ 41°52′00″ 117°49′00″ (Earth-to-space) may transmit at the fol-
42°00′00″ 115°05′00″ lowing 25 sites and non-Federal base stations
43°31′13″ 115°47′18″ must accept harmful interference caused by
Polygon 2 ............ 47°29′00″ 111°22′00″
48°13′00″ 110°00′00″
the operation of these earth stations:
47°30′00″ 107°00′00″
44°11′00″ 103°06′00″
State Site Latitude Longitude
AK ................ Fairbanks ..................................................................................... 64°58′20″ 147°30′59″

CA ................ Camp Parks ................................................................................. 37°43′51″ 121°52′50″
CA ................ Huntington Beach ........................................................................ 33°44′50″ 118°02′04″
CA ................ Laguna Peak ............................................................................... 34°06′31″ 119°03′53″

CA ................ Monterey ...................................................................................... 36°35′42″ 121°52′28″
CA ................ Sacramento ................................................................................. 38°39′59″ 121°23′33″
683
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
State Site Latitude Longitude
CA ................ Vandenberg AFB ......................................................................... 34°49′23″ 120°30′07″

CO ............... Buckley ........................................................................................ 39°42′55″ 104°46′29″
CO ............... Schriever AFB ............................................................................. 38°48′22″ 104°31′41″
FL ................ Cape Canaveral AFS .................................................................. 28°29′09″ 080°34′33″
FL ................ Cape GA, CCAFB ....................................................................... 28°29′03″ 080°34′21″
FL ................ JIATF–S Key West ...................................................................... 24°32′36″ 081°48′17″
HI ................. Kaena Point, Oahu ...................................................................... 21°33′43″ 158°14′31″
MD ............... Annapolis ..................................................................................... 38°59′27″ 076°29′25″
MD ............... Blossom Point ............................................................................. 38°25′53″ 077°05′06″
MD ............... Patuxent River NAS .................................................................... 38°16′28″ 076°24′45″
ME ............... Prospect Harbor .......................................................................... 44°24′16″ 068°00′46″
NC ............... Ft Bragg ....................................................................................... 35°09′04″ 078°59′13″
NH ............... New Boston AFS ......................................................................... 42°56′46″ 071°37′44″
NM ............... Kirtland AFB ................................................................................ 34°59′06″ 106°30′28″
TX ................ Ft Hood ........................................................................................ 31°08′57″ 097°46′12″
VA ................ Fort Belvoir .................................................................................. 38°44′04″ 077°09′12″
WA ............... Joint Base Lewis-McChord ......................................................... 47°06′11″ 122°33′11″
GU ............... Andersen AFB ............................................................................. 13°36′54″ 144°51′22″

GU ............... NAVSOC Det. Charlie ................................................................. 13°34′58″ 144°50′32″
NOTE: The coordinates are specified in the (b) Military stations should, to the extent
conventional manner (North latitude, West practicable, employ frequency agile tech-
longitude), except that the Guam (GU) en- nologies and techniques, including the capa-
tries are specified in terms of East longitude. bility to tune to other frequencies and the
Use at Cape Canaveral AFS is restricted to use of a modular retrofit capability, to fa-
launch support only. If required, successfully cilitate sharing of this band with incumbent
coordinated with all affected AWS licensees, Federal and non-Federal operations.
and authorized by NTIA, reasonable modi- US93 In the conterminous United States,
fications of these grandfathered Federal sys- the frequency 108.0 MHz may be authorized
tems beyond their current authorizations or for use by VOR test facilities, the operation
the addition of new earth station locations of which is not essential for the safety of life
may be permitted. The details of the coordi- or property, subject to the condition that no
nation must be filed with NTIA and FCC. interference is caused to the reception of FM
(c) In the band 1755–1780 MHz, the military broadcasting stations operating in the band
services may conduct Electronic Warfare 88–108 MHz. In the event that such inter-
(EW) operations on Federal ranges and with- ference does occur, the licensee or other
in associated airspace on a non-interference agency authorized to operate the facility
basis with respect to non-Federal AWS oper- shall discontinue operation on 108 MHz and
ations and shall not constrain implementa- shall not resume operation until the inter-
tion of non-Federal AWS operations. This ference has been eliminated or the complaint
use is restricted to Research, Development, otherwise satisfied. VOR test facilities oper-
Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), training, and ating on 108 MHz will not be protected
Large Force Exercise (LFE) operations. against interference caused by FM broad-
US92 In the band 2025–2110 MHz, Federal casting stations operating in the band 88–108
use of the co-primary fixed and mobile serv- MHz nor shall the authorization of a VOR
ices is restricted to the military services and test facility on 108 MHz preclude the Com-
the following provisions apply: mission from authorizing additional FM
(a) Federal use shall not cause harmful in- broadcasting stations.
terference to, nor constrain the deployment US96 The band 2200–2290 MHz is allocated
and use of the band by, the Television Broad- to the space operation service (space-to-
cast Auxiliary Service, the Cable Television Earth) on a secondary basis for non-Federal
Relay Service, or the Local Television use subject to the following conditions. Non-
Transmission Service. To facilitate compat- Federal stations shall be:
ible operations, coordination is required in (a) Restricted to transmissions from the
accordance with a Memorandum of Under- launch vehicle in the sub-bands 2208.5–2213.5
standing between Federal and non-Federal MHz, 2212.5–2217.5 MHz, 2270–2275 MHz, and
fixed and mobile operations. Non-Federal li- 2285–2290 MHz (necessary bandwidth shall be
censees shall make all reasonable efforts to contained within these ranges);
accommodate military mobile and fixed op- (b) Restricted to use for pre-launch testing
erations; however, the use of the band 2025– and space launch operations, except as pro-
2110 MHz by the non-Federal fixed and mo- vided under US303; and
bile services has priority over military fixed (c) Subject to coordination with NTIA
and mobile operations. prior to each launch.
684
US97 The following provisions shall apply fic control purposes at locations where other
in the band 2305–2320 MHz: frequencies are not available to air carrier
(a) In the sub-band 2305–2310 MHz, space-to- aircraft stations for air traffic control.
Earth operations are prohibited. US103 In the band 3300–3550 MHz, non-Fed-
(b) Within 145 km of Goldstone, CA eral stations in the radiolocation service
(35°25′33″ N, 116°53′23″ W), Wireless Commu- that were licensed (or licensed pursuant to
nications Service (WCS) licensees operating applications accepted for filing) before Feb-
base stations in the band 2305–2320 MHz shall, ruary 22, 2019 may continue to operate on a
prior to operation of those base stations, secondary basis until 180 days after the
achieve a mutually satisfactory coordination issuance of the first flexible-use licenses in
agreement with the National Aeronautics the 3.45 GHz Service. No new assignments
and Space Administration (NASA). shall be made. In the band 3300–3500 MHz,
stations in the amateur service may con-
NOTE: NASA operates a deep space facility
tinue to operate on a secondary basis until
in Goldstone in the band 2290–2300 MHz.
new flexible-use licenses are issued for oper-
US99 In the band 1668.4–1670 MHz, the me- ation in the band in which they operate.
teorological aids service (radiosonde) will Amateur operations between 3450 MHz and
avoid operations to the maximum extent 3500 MHz must cease within 90 days of the
practicable. Whenever it is necessary to op- public notice announcing the close of the
erate radiosondes in the band 1668.4–1670 MHz auction for the 3.45 GHz Service. Stations in
within the United States, notification of the the amateur service may continue to operate
operations shall be sent as far in advance as in the band 3300–3450 MHz on a secondary
possible to the National Science Foundation, basis while the band’s future uses are final-
Division of Astronomical Sciences, Electro- ized, but stations in the amateur service
magnetic Spectrum Management Unit, 2415 may be required to cease operations in the
Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314; band 3300–3450 MHz at any time if the ama-
Email: esm@nsf.gov. teur service causes harmful interference to
US100 The following provisions shall apply flexible-use operations.
to the bands 2310–2320 MHz and 2345–2360 US104 In the band 90–110 kHz, the LORAN
MHz: radionavigation system has priority in the
(a) The bands 2310–2320 and 2345–2360 MHz United States and its insular areas. Radio-
are available for Federal aeronautical tele- location land stations making use of LORAN
metering and associated telecommand oper- type equipment may be authorized to both
ations for flight testing of manned or un- Federal and non-Federal licensees on a sec-
manned aircraft, missiles, or major compo- ondary basis for offshore radiolocation ac-
nents thereof, on a secondary basis to the tivities only at specific locations and subject
Wireless Communications Service (WCS). to such technical and operational conditions
The frequencies 2312.5 MHz and 2352.5 MHz (e.g., power, emission, pulse rate and phase
are shared on a co-equal basis by Federal code, hours of operation), including on-the-
stations for telemetering and associated air testing, as may be required on a case-by-
telecommand operations of expendable and case basis to ensure protection of the
reusable launch vehicles, irrespective of LORAN radionavigation system from harm-
whether such operations involve flight test- ful interference and to ensure mutual com-
ing. Other Federal mobile telemetering uses patibility among radiolocation operators.
may be provided in the bands 2310–2320 and Such authorizations to stations in the radio-
2345–2360 MHz on a non-interference basis to location service are further subject to show-
all other uses authorized pursuant to this ing of need for service which is not currently
footnote. provided and which the Federal Government
(b) The band 2345–2360 MHz is available for is not yet prepared to render by way of the
non-Federal aeronautical telemetering and radionavigation service.
associated telecommand operations for flight US105 In the band 3550–3650 MHz, non-Fed-
testing of manned or unmanned aircraft, eral stations in the radiolocation service
missiles, or major components thereof, on a that were licensed or applied for prior to
secondary basis to the WCS until January 1, July 23, 2015 may continue to operate on a
2020. The use of this allocation is restricted secondary basis until the end of the equip-
to non-Federal licensees in the Aeronautical ment’s useful lifetime.
and Fixed Radio Service holding a valid au- US107 In the band 3600–3650 MHz, the fol-
thorization on April 23, 2015. lowing provisions shall apply to earth sta-
US101 The band 2360–2400 MHz is also allo- tions in the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
cated on a secondary basis to the mobile, ex- Earth):
cept aeronautical mobile, service. The use of (a) Earth stations authorized prior to, or
this allocation is limited to MedRadio oper- granted as a result of an application filed
ations. MedRadio stations are authorized by prior to July 23, 2015, and constructed within
rule and operate in accordance with 47 CFR 12 months of initial authorization may con-
part 95. tinue to operate on a primary basis. Applica-

US102 In Alaska only, the frequency 122.1 tions for modifications to such earth station
MHz may also be used for air carrier air traf- facilities filed after July 23, 2015 shall not be
685
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
accepted, except for repair or replacement of ordinate all non-Federal operations author-
equipment; changes in polarization, antenna ized under 47 CFR part 90 within 80 km of
orientation, or ownership; and increases in these sites with NTIA on a case-by-case
antenna size for interference mitigation pur- basis. For stations in the Citizens Broadband
poses. Radio Service these sites shall be protected
(b) The assignment of frequencies to new consistent with the procedures set forth in 47
earth stations after July 23, 2015 shall be au- CFR 96.15(b) and 96.67.
thorized on a secondary basis.
US110 In the band 9200–9300 MHz, the use
US108 In the band 10–10.5 GHz, survey op-
of the radiolocation service by non-Federal
erations, using transmitters with a peak
power not to exceed five watts into the an- licensees may be authorized on the condition
tenna, may be authorized for Federal and that harmful interference is not caused to
non-Federal use on a secondary basis to the maritime radionavigation service or to
other Federal radiolocation operations. the Federal radiolocation service.
US109 The band 3650–3700 MHz is also allo- US111 In the band 5091–5150 MHz, aero-
cated to the Federal radiolocation service on nautical mobile telemetry operations for
a primary basis at the following sites: St. flight testing are conducted at the following
Inigoes, MD (38°10′ N, 76°23′ W); Pascagoula, locations. Flight testing at additional loca-
MS (30°22′ N, 88 29′ W); and Pensacola, FL tions may be authorized on a case-by-case
(30°21′28″ N, 87°16′26″ W). The FCC shall co- basis.
Location Test sites Lat. (N) Long. (W)
Gulf Area Ranges Complex Eglin AFB, Tyndall AFB, FL; Gulfport ANG Range, MS; Ft. 30° 28′ 86° 31′
(GARC). Rucker, Redstone, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, AL.
Utah Ranges Complex (URC) ... Dugway PG; Utah Test & Training Range (Hill AFB), UT ........... 40° 57′ 113° 05′
Western Ranges Complex Pacific Missile Range; Vandenberg AFB, China Lake NAWS, 35° 29′ 117° 16′
(WRC). Pt. Mugu NAWS, Edwards AFB, Thermal, Nellis AFB, Ft.
Irwin, NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, Victorville, CA.
Southwest Ranges Complex Ft. Huachuca, Tucson, Phoenix, Mesa, Yuma, AZ ..................... 31° 33′ 110° 18′
(SRC).
Mid-Atlantic Ranges Complex Patuxent River, Aberdeen PG, NASA Langley Research Center, 38° 17′ 76° 24′
(MARC). NASA Wallops Flight Facility, MD.
New Mexico Ranges Complex White Sands Missile Range, Holloman AFB, Albuquerque, 32° 11′ 106° 20′
(NMRC). Roswell, NM; Amarillo, TX.
Colorado Ranges Complex Alamosa, Leadville, CO ................................................................ 37° 26′ 105° 52′
(CoRC).
Texas Ranges Complex (TRC) .. Dallas/Ft. Worth, Greenville, Waco, Johnson Space Flight Cen- 32° 53′ 97° 02′
ter/Ellington Field, TX.
Cape Ranges Complex (CRC) .. Cape Canaveral, Palm Beach-Dade, FL ...................................... 28° 33′ 80° 34′
Northwest Range Complex Seattle, Everett, Spokane, Moses Lake, WA; Klamath Falls, Eu- 47° 32′ 122° 18′
(NWRC). gene, OR.
St. Louis ..................................... St Louis, MO ................................................................................. 38° 45′ 90° 22′
Wichita ........................................ Wichita, KS ................................................................................... 37° 40′ 97° 26′
Marietta ...................................... Marietta, GA ................................................................................. 33° 54′ 84° 31′
Glasgow ..................................... Glasgow, MT ................................................................................ 48° 25′ 106° 32′
Wilmington/Ridley ....................... Wilmington, DE/Ridley, PA ........................................................... 39° 49′ 75° 26′
San Francisco Bay Area (SFBA) NASA Ames Research Center, CA .............................................. 37° 25′ 122° 03′
Charleston .................................. Charleston, SC ............................................................................. 32° 52′ 80° 02′
US112 The frequency 123.1 MHz is for BANDS TO BE OBSERVED

search and rescue communications. This fre-
quency may be assigned for air traffic con- 4 GHz 14 GHz Observatory
trol communications at special aeronautical
X ............ ............... National Astronomy and Ionosphere
events on the condition that no harmful in- Center (NAIC), Arecibo, PR
terference is caused to search and rescue X ............ X ........... National Radio Astronomy Observ-
communications during any period of search atory (NRAO), Green Bank, WV
and rescue operations in the locale involved. X ............ X ........... NRAO, Socorro, NM
US113 Radio astronomy observations of the X ............ ............... Allen Telescope Array (ATA), Hat
Creek, CA
formaldehyde line frequencies 4825–4835 MHz X ............ X ........... Owens Valley Radio Observatory
and 14.47–14.5 GHz may be made at certain (OVRO), Big Pine, CA
radio astronomy observatories as indicated X ............ X ........... NRAO’s ten Very Long Baseline
below: Array (VLBA) stations (see US131)
X ............ X ........... University of Michigan Radio Astron-
omy Observatory, Stinchfield
Woods, MI
X ............ ............... Pisgah Astronomical Research Insti-
tute, Rosman, NC
686
Every practicable effort will be made to power of 125 watts, and new authorizations
avoid the assignment of frequencies to sta- for stations, other than mobile stations, are
tions in the fixed or mobile services in these subject to prior coordination by the appli-
bands. Should such assignments result in cant in the following areas:
harmful interference to these observations, (1) Within Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
the situation will be remedied to the extent Islands, contact Spectrum Manager, Arecibo
practicable. Observatory, HC3 Box 53995, Arecibo, PR
US115 In the bands 5000–5010 MHz and 00612. Phone: 787–878–2612, Fax: 787–878–1861,
5010–5030 MHz, the following provisions shall Email: prcz@naic.edu.
apply: (2) Within 350 km of the Very Large Array
(a) In the band 5000–5010 MHz, systems in (34°04′44″ N, 107°37′06″ W), contact Spectrum
the aeronautical mobile (R) service (AM(R)S) Manager, National Radio Astronomy Observ-
are limited to surface applications at air- atory, P.O. Box O, 1003 Lopezville Road,
ports that operate in accordance with inter- Socorro, NM 87801. Phone: 505–835–7000, Fax:
national aeronautical standards (i.e., 505–835–7027, Email: nrao-rfi@nrao.edu.
AeroMACS).
(3) Within 10 km of the Table Mountain Ob-
(b) The band 5010–5030 MHz is also allocated
servatory (40°08′02″ N, 105°14′40″ W) and for op-
on a primary basis to the AM(R)S, limited to
erations only within the sub-band 407–409
surface applications at airports that operate
MHz, contact Radio Frequency Manager, De-
in accordance with international aero-
partment of Commerce, 325 Broadway, Boul-
nautical standards. In making assignments
der, CO 80305. Phone: 303–497–4619, Fax: 303–
for this band, attempts shall first be made to
497–6982, Email:
satisfy the AM(R)S requirements in the
frequencymanager@its.bldrdoc.gov.
bands 5000–5010 MHz and 5091–5150 MHz.
AM(R)S systems used in the band 5010–5030 (b) Non-Federal use is limited to the radio
MHz shall be designed and implemented to astronomy service and as provided by foot-
be capable of operational modification if re- note US13.
ceiving harmful interference from the radio- US128 In the band 10–10.5 GHz, pulsed
navigation-satellite service. Finally, not- emissions are prohibited, except for weather
withstanding Radio Regulation No. 4.10, sta- radars on board meteorological satellites in
tions in the AM(R)S operating in this band the sub-band 10–10.025 GHz. The amateur
shall be designed and implemented to be ca- service, the amateur-satellite service, and
pable of operational modification to reduce the non-Federal radiolocation service, which
throughput and/or preclude the use of spe- shall not cause harmful interference to the
cific frequencies in order to ensure protec- Federal radiolocation service, are the only
tion of radionavigation-satellite service sys- non-Federal services permitted in this band.
tems operating in this band. The non-Federal radiolocation service is lim-
(c) Aeronautical fixed communications ited to survey operations as specified in foot-
that are an integral part of the AeroMACS note US108.
system in the bands 5000–5010 MHz and 5010– US130 The band 10.6–10.68 GHz is also allo-
5030 MHz are also authorized on a primary cated on a primary basis to the radio astron-
basis. omy service. However, the radio astronomy
US116 In the bands 890–902 MHz and 935– service shall not receive protection from sta-
941 MHz, no new assignments are to be made tions in the fixed service which are licensed
to Federal radio stations after July 10, 1970, to operate in the one hundred most populous
except on a case-by-case basis to experi- urbanized areas as defined by the 1990 U.S.
mental stations. Federal assignments exist- Census. For the list of observatories oper-
ing prior to July 10, 1970, shall be on a sec- ating in this band, see footnote US131.
ondary basis to stations in the non-Federal US131 In the band 10.7–11.7 GHz, non-geo-
land mobile service and shall be subject to stationary satellite orbit licensees in the
adjustment or removal from the bands 890– fixed-satellite service (space-to-Earth), prior
902 MHz, 928–932 MHz, and 935–941 MHz at the to commencing operations, shall coordinate
request of the FCC. with the following radio astronomy observ-
US117 In the band 406.1–410 MHz, the fol- atories to achieve a mutually acceptable
lowing provisions shall apply: agreement regarding the protection of the
(a) Stations in the fixed and mobile serv- radio telescope facilities operating in the
ices are limited to a transmitter output band 10.6–10.7 GHz:
Elevation
Observatory North latitude West longitude (in meters)
Arecibo Observatory, PR ................................................................ 18°20′37″ 66°45′11″ 497

Green Bank Telescope (GBT), WV ................................................ 38°25′59″ 79°50′23″ 807
Very Large Array (VLA), Socorro, NM ............................................ 34°04′44″ 107°37′06″ 2,115
Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) Stations:
Brewster, WA .................................................................... 48°07′52″ 119°41′00″ 250

Fort Davis, TX ................................................................... 30°38′06″ 103°56′41″ 1,606
Hancock, NH ..................................................................... 42°56′01″ 71°59′12″ 296
687
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
Elevation
Observatory North latitude West longitude (in meters)
Kitt Peak, AZ ..................................................................... 31°57′23″ 111°36′45″ 1,902

Los Alamos, NM ............................................................... 35°46′30″ 106°14′44″ 1,962
Mauna Kea, HI .................................................................. 19°48′05″ 155°27′20″ 3,763
North Liberty, IA ................................................................ 41°46′17″ 91°34′27″ 222
Owens Valley, CA ............................................................. 37°13′54″ 118°16′37″ 1,196
Pie Town, NM ................................................................... 34°18′04″ 108°07′09″ 2,365
St. Croix, VI ....................................................................... 17°45′24″ 64°35′01″ 16
US132A In the bands 26.2–26.42 MHz, non-Federal use in accordance with 47 CFR
41.015–41.665 MHz, and 43.35–44 MHz, applica- 80.387.
tions of radiolocation service are limited to (b) On the condition that harmful inter-
oceanographic radars operating in accord- ference is not caused to the broadcasting
ance with ITU Resolution 612 (Rev. WRC–12). service (NIB operations), Federal and non-
Oceanographic radars shall not cause harm- Federal stations that communicate wholly
ful interference to, or claim protection from, within the United States and its insular
non-Federal stations in the land mobile serv- areas may operate as specified herein. All
ice in the bands 26.2–26.42 MHz and 43.69–44 such stations must take account of the sea-
MHz, Federal stations in the fixed or mobile sonal use of frequencies by the broadcasting
services in the band 41.015–41.665 MHz, and service published in accordance with Article
non-Federal stations in the fixed or land mo- 12 of the ITU Radio Regulations and are lim-
bile services in the band 43.35–43.69 MHz. ited to the minimum power needed for reli-
US133 In the bands 14–14.2 GHz and 14.47– able communications.
14.5 GHz, the following provisions shall apply
(1) Federal stations. Frequencies in the 13
to the operations of Earth Stations Aboard
Aircraft (ESAA): HF bands/sub-bands listed in the table below
(a) In the band 14–14.2 GHz, ESAA licensees (HF NIB Bands) may be authorized to Fed-
proposing to operate within radio line-of- eral stations in the FS. In the bands 5.9–5.95,
sight of the coordinates specified in 47 CFR 7.3–7.4, 13.57–13.6, and 13.80–13.87 MHz (6, 7,
25.228(j)(1) are subject to prior coordination 13.6, and 13.8 MHz bands), frequencies may
with NTIA in order to minimize harmful in- also be authorized to Federal stations in the
terference to the ground terminals of mobile except aeronautical mobile route (R)
NASA’s Tracking and Data Relay Satellite service (MS except AM(R)S). Federal use of
System (TDRSS). the bands 9.775–9.9, 11.65–11.7, and 11.975–12.05
(b) In the band 14.47–14.5 GHz, operations MHz is restricted to stations in the FS that
within radio line-of-sight of the radio astron- were authorized as of June 12, 2003, and each
omy stations specified in 47 CFR 25.228(j)(3) grandfathered station is restricted to a total
are subject to coordination with the Na- radiated power of 24 dBW. In all other HF
tional Science Foundation in accordance NIB Bands (*), new Federal stations may be
with the requirements set forth in that rule authorized.
section. (2) Non-Federal stations. Non-Federal use of
US136 The following provisions shall the HF NIB Bands is restricted to stations in
apply in eight HF bands that are allocated to the FS, land mobile service (LMS), and mari-
the broadcasting service (HFBC) on a pri- time mobile service (MMS) that were li-
mary basis in all Regions. censed prior to March 25, 2007, except that, in
(a) In Alaska, the assigned frequency band the sub-band 7.35–7.4 MHz, use is restricted to
7368.48–7371.32 kHz is allocated exclusively to stations that were licensed prior to March
the fixed service (FS) on a primary basis for 29, 2009.
NIB OPERATIONS IN EIGHT HFBC BANDS (MHZ)
HF NIB band Federal (* new stations permitted) Non-Federal HFBC band
5.90–5.95 ........... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ MMS .................. 5.90–6.20

7.30–7.40 ........... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ FS, LMS and 7.30–7.40
MMS.
9.40–9.50 ........... * 9 MHz: FS ........................................................................................... FS and LMS ...... 9.40–9.90
9.775–9.90 ......... FS (Grandfathered, restricted to 24 dBW).
11.60–11.65 ....... * 11 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... FS ...................... 11.60–12.10
11.65–11.70 ....... FS (Grandfathered, restricted to 24 dBW).
11.975–12.05 ..... FS (Grandfathered, restricted to 24 dBW).
12.05–12.10 ....... * 12 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... FS.
13.57–13.60 ....... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ MMS .................. 13.57–13.87
13.80–13.87 ....... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ MMS.

15.60–15.80 ....... * 15 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... FS ...................... 15.10–15.80
17.48–17.55 ....... * 17 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... ............................ 17.48–17.90
688
NIB OPERATIONS IN EIGHT HFBC BANDS (MHZ)—Continued

HF NIB band Federal (* new stations permitted) Non-Federal HFBC band
18.90–19.02 ....... * 19 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... MMS .................. 18.90–19.02
NOTE: Non-Federal stations may continue US151 In the band 37–38 GHz, stations in
to operate in nine HF NIB Bands as follows: the fixed and mobile services shall not cause
(i) In the 6, 7, 13.6, 13.8, and 19 MHz bands, harmful interference to Federal earth sta-
stations in the MMS; (ii) In the 7 and 9 MHz tions in the space research service (space-to-
bands, stations in the FS and LMS; and (iii) Earth) at the following sites: Goldstone, CA;
In the 11, 12, and 15 MHz band, stations in the Socorro, NM; and White Sands, NM. Applica-
FS. tions for non-Federal use of this band shall
US139 Fixed stations authorized in the be coordinated with NTIA in accordance
band 18.3–19.3 GHz under the provisions of 47 with 47 CFR 30.205.
CFR 74.502(c), 74.602(g), 78.18(a)(4), and US156 In the bands 49.7–50.2 GHz and 50.4–
101.147(r) may continue operations consistent 50.9 GHz, for earth stations in the fixed-sat-
with the provisions of those sections. ellite service (Earth-to-space), the unwanted
US142 In the bands 7.2–7.3 and 7.4–7.45 emissions power in the band 50.2–50.4 GHz
MHz, the following provisions shall apply: shall not exceed ¥20 dBW/200 MHz (measured
(a) In the U.S. Pacific insular areas located at the input of the antenna), except that the
in Region 3 (see 47 CFR 2.105(a), note 3), the maximum unwanted emissions power may be
bands 7.2–7.3 and 7.4–7.45 MHz are alter- increased to ¥10 dBW/200 MHz for earth sta-
natively allocated to the broadcasting serv- tions having an antenna gain greater than or
ice on a primary basis. Use of this allocation equal to 57 dBi. These limits apply under
is restricted to international broadcast sta- clear-sky conditions. During fading condi-
tions that transmit to geographical zones tions, the limits may be exceeded by earth
and areas of reception in Region 1 or Region stations when using uplink power control.
3. US157 In the band 51.4–52.6 GHz, for sta-
(b) The use of the band 7.2–7.3 MHz in Re- tions in the fixed service, the unwanted
gion 2 by the amateur service shall not im- emissions power in the band 52.6–54.25 GHz
pose constraints on the broadcasting service shall not exceed ¥33 dBW/100 MHz (measured
intended for use within Region 1 and Region at the input of antenna).
3. US161 In the bands 81–86 GHz, 92–94 GHz,
US145 The following unwanted emissions and 94.1–95 GHz and within the coordination
power limits for non-geostationary satellites distances indicated below, assignments to al-
operating in the inter-satellite service that located services shall be coordinated with
transmit in the band 22.55–23.55 GHz shall the following radio astronomy observatories.
apply in any 200 MHz of the passive band New observatories shall not receive protec-
23.6–24 GHz, based on the date that complete tion from fixed stations that are licensed to
advance publication information is received operate in the one hundred most populous
by the ITU’s Radiocommunication Bureau: urbanized areas as defined by the U.S. Cen-
(a) For information received before Janu- sus Bureau for the year 2000.
ary 1, 2020: ¥36 dBW/200 MHz. (a) Within 25 km of the National Radio As-
(b) For information received on or after tronomy Observatory’s (NRAO’s) Very Long
January 1, 2020: ¥46 dBW/200 MHz. Baseline Array (VLBA) Stations:
State VLBA station Lat. (N) Long. (W)
AZ .............................................. Kitt Peak ................................................................... 31° 57′ 23″ 111° 36′ 45″
CA .............................................. Owens Valley ............................................................ 37° 13′ 54″ 118° 16′ 37″
HI ............................................... Mauna Kea ............................................................... 19° 48′ 05″ 155° 27′ 20″
IA ................................................ North Liberty ............................................................. 41° 46′ 17″ 091° 34′ 27″
NH .............................................. Hancock .................................................................... 42° 56′ 01″ 071° 59′ 12″
NM ............................................. Los Alamos ............................................................... 35° 46′ 30″ 106° 14′ 44″
NM ............................................. Pie Town ................................................................... 34° 18′ 04″ 108° 07′ 09″
TX .............................................. Fort Davis ................................................................. 30° 38′ 06″ 103° 56′ 41″
VI ................................................ Saint Croix ................................................................ 17° 45′ 24″ 064° 35′ 01″
WA ............................................. Brewster .................................................................... 48° 07′ 52″ 119° 41′ 00″
(b) Within 150 km of the following observ-

atories:
689
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
State Telescope and site Lat. (N) Long. (W)
AZ ......... Heinrich Hertz Submillimeter Observatory, Mt. Graham ............................... 32° 42′ 06″ 109° 53′ 28″
AZ ......... University of Arizona 12-m Telescope, Kitt Peak .......................................... 31° 57′ 12″ 111° 36′ 53″
CA ......... Caltech Telescope, Owens Valley ................................................................. 37° 13′ 54″ 118° 17′ 36″
CA ......... Combined Array for Research in Millimeter-wave Astronomy (CARMA) ...... 37° 16′ 43″ 118° 08′ 32″
HI .......... James Clerk Maxwell Telescope, Mauna Kea .............................................. 19° 49′ 33″ 155° 28′ 47″
MA ......... Haystack Observatory, Westford ................................................................... 42° 37′ 24″ 071° 29′ 18″
NM ........ NRAO’s Very Large Array, Socorro ............................................................... 34° 04′ 44″ 107° 37′ 06″
WV ........ NRAO’s Robert C. Byrd Telescope, Green Bank ......................................... 38° 25′ 59″ 079° 50′ 23″
Note: Satisfactory completion of the co- US213 The frequency 122.925 MHz is for
ordination procedure utilizing the auto- use only for communications with or be-
mated mechanism, see 47 CFR 101.1523, will tween aircraft when coordinating natural re-
be deemed to establish sufficient separation sources programs of Federal or State natural
from radio astronomy observatories, regard- resources, agencies, including forestry man-
less of whether the distances set forth above agement and fire suppression, fish and game
are met. management and protection and environ-
US208 Planning and use of the band 1559– mental monitoring and protection.
1626.5 MHz necessitate the development of US214 The frequency 157.1 MHz is the pri-
technical and/or operational sharing criteria mary frequency for liaison communications
to ensure the maximum degree of electro- between ship stations and stations of the
magnetic compatibility with existing and United States Coast Guard.
planned systems within the band. US218 The band 902–928 MHz is available
US209 The use of frequencies 460.6625, for Location and Monitoring Service (LMS)
460.6875, 460.7125, 460.7375, 460.7625, 460.7875, systems subject to not causing harmful in-
460.8125, 460.8375, 460.8625, 465.6625, 465.6875, terference to the operation of all Federal
465.7125, 465.7375, 465.7625, 465.7875, 465.8125, stations authorized in this band. These sys-
465.8375, and 465.8625 MHz may be authorized, tems must tolerate interference from the op-
with 100 mW or less output power, to Federal eration of industrial, scientific, and medical
and non-Federal radio stations for one-way, (ISM) equipment and the operation of Fed-
non-voice bio-medical telemetry operations eral stations authorized in this band.
in hospitals, or medical or convalescent cen- US220 The frequencies 36.25 and 41.71 MHz
ters. may be authorized to Federal stations and
US210 In the bands 40.66–40.7 MHz and 216– non-Federal stations in the petroleum radio
220 MHz, frequencies may be authorized to service, for oil spill containment and cleanup
Federal and non-Federal stations on a sec- operations. The use of these frequencies for
ondary basis for the tracking of, and tele- oil spill containment or cleanup operations
metering of scientific data from, ocean is limited to the inland and coastal water-
buoys and wildlife. Operation in these bands way regions.
is subject to the technical standards speci- US221 Use of the mobile service in the
fied in Section 8.2.42 of the NTIA Manual for bands 525–535 kHz and 1605–1615 kHz is lim-
Federal use, or 47 CFR 90.248 for non-Federal ited to distribution of public service infor-
use. After January 1, 2002, no new assign- mation from Travelers Information stations
ments shall be authorized in the band 216–217 operating on 530 kHz and 1610 kHz.
MHz. US222 In the band 2025–2035 MHz, geo-
US211 In the bands 1670–1690, 5000–5250 stationary operational environmental sat-
MHz and 10.7–11.7, 15.1365–15.35, 15.4–15.7, 22.5– ellite (GOES) earth stations in the space re-
22.55, 24–24.05, 31.0–31.3, 31.8–32.0, 40.5–42.5, 116– search and Earth exploration-satellite serv-
122.25, 123–130, 158.5–164, 167–168, 191.8–200, and ices may be authorized on a coequal basis for
252–265 GHz, applicants for airborne or space Earth-to-space transmissions for tracking,
station assignments are urged to take all telemetry, and telecommand at Honolulu, HI
practicable steps to protect radio astronomy (21°21′12″ N, 157°52′36″ W); Seattle, WA
observations in the adjacent bands from (47°34′15″ N, 122°33′10″ W); and Wallops Island,
harmful interference; however, US74 applies. VA (37°56′44″ N, 75°27′42″ W).
US212 In, or within 92.6 km (50 nautical US224 Federal systems utilizing spread
miles) of, the State of Alaska, the carrier spectrum techniques for terrestrial commu-
frequency 5167.5 kHz (assigned frequency nication, navigation and identification may
5168.9 kHz) is designated for emergency com- be authorized to operate in the band 960–1215
munications. This frequency may also be MHz on the condition that harmful inter-
used in the Alaska-Private Fixed Service for ference will not be caused to the aero-
calling and listening, but only for estab- nautical radionavigation service. These sys-
lishing communications before switching to tems will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
another frequency. The maximum power is Such systems shall be subject to a review at
limited to 150 watts peak envelope power the national level for operational require-
(PEP). ments and electromagnetic compatibility
690
prior to development, procurement or modi- secondary basis to the aeronautical radio-
fication. navigation service (radiobeacons).
US225 In addition to its present Federal US241 The following provision shall apply
use, the band 510–525 kHz is available to Fed- to Federal operations in the band 216–220.035
eral and non-Federal aeronautical radio- MHz:
navigation stations inland of the Territorial (a) Use of the fixed and land mobile serv-
Base Line as coordinated with the military ices in the band 216–220 MHz and of the aero-
services. In addition, the frequency 510 kHz nautical mobile service in the sub-band 217–
is available for non-Federal ship-helicopter 220 MHz is restricted to telemetry and asso-
operations when beyond 100 nautical miles ciated telecommand operations. New sta-
from shore and required for aeronautical tions in the fixed and land mobile services
radionavigation. shall not be authorized in the sub-band 216–
US227 The bands 156.4875–156.5125 MHz and 217 MHz.
156.5375–156.5625 MHz are also allocated to the (b) The sub-band 216.965–216.995 MHz is also
fixed and land mobile services on a primary allocated to the Federal radiolocation serv-
basis for non-Federal use in VHF Public ice on a primary basis and the use of this al-
Coast Station Areas 10–42. The use of these location is restricted to the Air Force Space
bands by the fixed and land mobile services Surveillance System (AFSSS) radar system.
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor
AFSSS stations transmit on the frequency
claim protection from, the maritime mobile
216.98 MHz and other operations may be af-
VHF radiocommunication service.
fected within: 1) 250 km of Lake Kickapoo
US230 The bands 422.1875–425.4875 MHz and
(Archer City), TX (33°2′48″ N, 98°45′46″ W); and
427.1875–429.9875 MHz are allocated to the
2) 150 km of Gila River (Phoenix), AZ (33°6′32″
land mobile service on a primary basis for
N, 112°1′45″ W) and Jordan Lake (Wetumpka),
non-Federal use within 80.5 kilometers (50
AL (32°39′33″ N, 86°15′52″ W). AFSSS reception
miles) of Cleveland, OH (41°29′51.2″ N,
shall be protected from harmful interference
81°41′49.5″ W) and Detroit, MI (42°19′48.1″ N,
83°02′56.7″ W). The bands 423.8125–425.4875 MHz within 50 km of: (1) Elephant Butte, NM
and 428.8125–429.9875 MHz are allocated to the (33°26′35″ N, 106°59′50″ W); (2) Fort Stewart,
land mobile service on a primary basis for GA (31°58′36″ N, 81°30′34″ W); (3) Hawkinsville,
non-Federal use within 80.5 kilometers of GA (32°17′20″ N, 83°32′10″ W); (4) Red River, AR
Buffalo, NY (42°52′52.2″ N, 78°52′20.1″ W). (33°19′48″ N, 93°33′1″ W); (5) San Diego, CA
US231 When an assignment cannot be ob- (32°34′42″ N, 116°58′11″ W); and (6) Silver Lake,
tained in the bands between 200 kHz and 525 MS (33°8′42″ N, 91°1′16″ W).
kHz, which are allocated to aeronautical (c) The sub-band 219.965–220.035 MHz is also
radionavigation, assignments may be made allocated to the Federal radiolocation serv-
to aeronautical radiobeacons in the mari- ice on a secondary basis and the use of this
time mobile bands at 435–472 kHz and 479–490 allocation is restricted to air-search radars
kHz, on a secondary basis, subject to the co- onboard Coast Guard vessels.
ordination and agreement of those agencies US242 Use of the fixed and land mobile
having assignments within the maritime mo- services in the band 220–222 MHz shall be in
bile bands which may be affected. Assign- accordance with the following plan:
ments to Federal aeronautical radio- (a) Frequencies are assigned in pairs, with
navigation radiobeacons in the bands 435–472 base station transmit frequencies taken from
kHz and 479–490 kHz shall not be a bar to any the sub-band 220–221 MHz and with cor-
required changes to the maritime mobile responding mobile and control station trans-
service and shall be limited to non-voice mit frequencies being 1 MHz higher and
emissions. taken from the sub-band 221–222 MHz.
US239 Aeronautical radionavigation sta- (b) In the non-Federal exclusive sub-bands,
tions (radiobeacons) may be authorized, pri- temporary fixed geophysical telemetry oper-
marily for off-shore use, in the band 525–535 ations are also permitted on a secondary
kHz on a non-interference basis to travelers basis.
information stations. (c) The use of Channels 161–170 is restricted
US240 The bands 1715–1725 and 1740–1750 to public safety/mutual aid communications.
kHz are allocated on a primary basis and the (d) The use of Channels 181–185 is restricted
bands 1705–1715 kHz and 1725–1740 kHz on a to emergency medical communications.
220 MHZ PLAN
Use Base transmit Mobile transmit Channel Nos.
Non-Federal exclusive ........................................................................... 220.00–220.55 221.00–221.55 001–110

Federal exclusive .................................................................................. 220.55–220.60 221.55–221.60 111–120
Shared ................................................................................................... 220.80–220.85 221.80–221.85 161–170

Shared ................................................................................................... 220.90–220.925 221.90–221.925 181–185
Non-Federal exclusive ........................................................................... 220.925–221 221.925–222 186–200
691
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
US244 The band 136–137 MHz is allocated maximum equivalent isotropically radiated
to the non-Federal aeronautical mobile (R) power of + 35 dBW and the power delivered to
service on a primary basis, and is subject to the antenna shall not exceed ¥3 dBW.
pertinent international treaties and agree- US255 In addition to any other applicable
ments. The frequencies 136, 136.025, 136.05, limits, the power flux-density across the 200
136.075, 136.1, 136.125, 136.15, 136.175, 136.2, MHz band 18.6–18.8 GHz produced at the sur-
136.225, 136.25, 136.275, 136.3, 136.325, 136.35, face of the Earth by emissions from a space
136.375, 136.4, 136.425, 136.45, and 136.475 MHz station under assumed free-space propaga-
are available on a shared basis to the Federal tion conditions shall not exceed ¥95 dB(W/
Aviation Administration for air traffic con- m 2) for all angles of arrival. This limit may
trol purposes, such as automatic weather ob- be exceeded by up to 3 dB for no more than
servation stations (AWOS), automatic ter- 5% of the time.
minal information services (ATIS), flight in- US258 In the bands 8025–8400 MHz and 25.5–
formation services-broadcast (FIS-B), and 27 GHz, the Earth exploration-satellite serv-
airport control tower communications. ice (space-to-Earth) is allocated on a pri-
US245 In the bands 3600–3650 MHz (space- mary basis for non-Federal use. Authoriza-
to-Earth), 4500–4800 MHz (space-to-Earth), tions are subject to a case-by-case electro-
and 5850–5925 MHz (Earth-to-space), the use magnetic compatibility analysis.
of the non-Federal fixed-satellite service is US259 In the band 17.3–17.7 GHz, Federal
limited to international inter-continental stations in the radiolocation service shall
systems and is subject to case-by-case elec- operate with an e.i.r.p. of less than 51 dBW.
tromagnetic compatibility analysis. The US260 Aeronautical mobile communica-
FCC’s policy for these bands is codified at 47 tions which are an integral part of aero-
CFR 2.108. nautical radionavigation systems may be
US246 No station shall be authorized to satisfied in the bands 1559–1626.5 MHz, 5000–
transmit in the following bands: 73–74.6 MHz, 5250 MHz and 15.4–15.7 GHz.
608–614 MHz, except for medical telemetry US261 The use of the band 4200–4400 MHz
equipment 1 and white space devices,2 1400– by the aeronautical radionavigation service
1427 MHz, 1660.5–1668.4 MHz, 2690–2700 MHz, is reserved exclusively for airborne radio al-
4990–5000 MHz, 10.68–10.7 GHz, 15.35–15.4 GHz, timeters. Experimental stations will not be
23.6–24 GHz, 31.3–31.8 GHz, 50.2–50.4 GHz, 52.6– authorized to develop equipment for oper-
54.25 GHz, 86–92 GHz, 100–102 GHz, 109.5–111.8 ational use in this band other than equip-
GHz, 114.25–116 GHz, 148.5–151.5 GHz, 164–167 ment related to altimeter stations. However,
GHz, 182–185 GHz, 190–191.8 GHz, 200–209 GHz, passive sensing in the earth-exploration sat-
226–231.5 GHz, 250–252 GHz. ellite and space research services may be au-
US247 The band 10100–10150 kHz is allo- thorized in this band on a secondary basis
cated to the fixed service on a primary basis (no protection is provided from the radio al-
outside the United States and its insular timeters).
areas. Transmissions from stations in the US262 The band 7145–7190 MHz is also allo-
amateur service shall not cause harmful in- cated to the space research service (deep
terference to this fixed service use and sta- space) (Earth-to-space) on a secondary basis
tions in the amateur service shall make all for non-Federal use. Federal and non-Federal
necessary adjustments (including termi- use of the bands 7145–7190 MHz and 34.2–34.7
nation of transmission) if harmful inter- GHz by the space research service (deep
ference is caused. space) (Earth-to-space) and of the band 31.8–
US251 The band 12.75–13.25 GHz is also al- 32.3 GHz by the space research service (deep
located to the space research (deep space) space) (space-to-Earth) is limited to
(space-to-Earth) service for reception only at Goldstone, CA (35°20′ N, 116°53′ W).
Goldstone, CA (35°20′ N, 116°53′ W). US264 In the band 48.94–49.04 GHz, air-
US252 The band 2110–2120 MHz is also allo- borne stations shall not be authorized.
cated to the space research service (deep US266 Non-Federal licensees in the Public
space) (Earth-to-space) on a primary basis at Safety Radio Pool holding a valid authoriza-
Goldstone, CA (35°20′ N, 116°53′ W). tion on June 30, 1958, to operate in the fre-
US254 In the band 18.6–18.8 GHz the fixed quency band 156.27–157.45 MHz or on the fre-
and mobile services shall be limited to a quencies 161.85 MHz or 161.91 MHz may, upon
proper application, continue to be authorized
1 Medical telemetry equipment shall not for such operation, including expansion of
cause harmful interference to radio astron- existing systems, until such time as harmful
omy operations in the band 608–614 MHz and interference is caused to the operation of
shall be coordinated under the requirements any authorized station other than those li-
found in 47 CFR 95.1119. censed in the Public Safety Radio Pool.
2 White space devices shall not cause harm- US267 In the band 902–928 MHz, amateur
ful interference to radio astronomy oper- stations shall transmit only in the sub-bands
ations in the band 608–614 MHz and shall not 902–902.4, 902.6–904.3, 904.7–925.3, 925.7–927.3,
operate within the areas described in 47 CFR and 927.7–928 MHz within the States of Colo-
15.712(h). rado and Wyoming, bounded by the area of
692
latitudes 39° N and 42° N and longitudes 103° US273 In the bands 74.6–74.8 MHz and 75.2–
W and 108° W. 75.4 MHz, stations in the fixed and mobile
US268 The bands 890–902 MHz and 928–942 services are limited to a maximum power of
MHz are also allocated to the radiolocation 1 watt from the transmitter into the antenna
service for Federal ship stations (off-shore transmission line.
ocean areas) on the condition that harmful US275 The band 902–928 MHz is allocated
interference is not caused to non-Federal on a secondary basis to the amateur service
land mobile stations. The provisions of foot- subject to not causing harmful interference
note US116 apply. to the operations of Federal stations author-
US269 In the band 420–450 MHz, the fol- ized in this band or to Location and Moni-
lowing provisions shall apply to the non-Fed- toring Service (LMS) systems. Stations in
eral radiolocation service: the amateur service must tolerate any inter-
(a) Pulse-ranging radiolocation systems ference from the operations of industrial,
may be authorized for use along the shore- scientific, and medical (ISM) devices, LMS
line of the conterminous United States and systems, and the operations of Federal sta-
Alaska. tions authorized in this band. Further, the
(b) In the sub-band 420–435 MHz, spread amateur service is prohibited in those por-
spectrum radiolocation systems may be au- tions of Texas and New Mexico bounded on
thorized within the conterminous United the south by latitude 31°41′ North, on the
States and Alaska. east by longitude 104°11′ West, and on the
(c) All stations operating in accordance north by latitude 34°30′ North, and on the
with this provision shall be secondary to sta- west by longitude 107°30′West; in addition,
tions operating in accordance with the Table outside this area but within 150 miles of
of Frequency Allocations. these boundaries of White Sands Missile
Range the service is restricted to a max-
(d) Authorizations shall be granted on a
imum transmitter peak envelope power out-
case-by-case basis; however, operations pro-
put of 50 watts.
posed to be located within the areas listed in
US276 Except as otherwise provided for
paragraph (a) of US270 should not expect to
herein, use of the band 2360–2395 MHz by the
be accommodated.
mobile service is limited to aeronautical
US270 In the band 420–450 MHz, the fol- telemetering and associated telecommand
lowing provisions shall apply to the amateur operations for flight testing of aircraft, mis-
service: siles or major components thereof. The fol-
(a) The peak envelope power of an amateur lowing three frequencies are shared on a co-
station shall not exceed 50 watts in the fol- equal basis by Federal and non-Federal sta-
lowing areas, unless expressly authorized by tions for telemetering and associated tele-
the FCC after mutual agreement, on a case- command operations of expendable and reus-
by-case basis, between the Regional Director able launch vehicles, whether or not such op-
of the applicable field office and the military erations involve flight testing: 2364.5 MHz,
area frequency coordinator at the applicable 2370.5 MHz, and 2382.5 MHz. All other mobile
military base. For areas (5) through (7), the telemetering uses shall not cause harmful in-
appropriate military coordinator is located terference to, or claim protection from inter-
at Peterson AFB, CO. ference from, the above uses.
(1) Arizona, Florida and New Mexico. US278 In the bands 22.55–23.55 GHz and
(2) Within those portions of California and 32.3–33 GHz, non-geostationary inter-satellite
Nevada that are south of latitude 37°0′ N. links may operate on a secondary basis to
(3) Within that portion of Texas that is geostationary inter-satellite links.
west of longitude 104° W. US279 The frequency 2182 kHz may be au-
(4) Within 322 km of Eglin AFB, FL (30°30′ thorized to fixed stations associated with the
N, 86°30′ W); Patrick AFB, FL (28°21′ N, 80°43′ maritime mobile service for the sole purpose
W); and the Pacific Missile Test Center, of transmitting distress calls and distress
Point Mugu, CA (34°09′ N, 119°11′ W). traffic, and urgency and safety signals and
(5) Within 240 km of Beale AFB, CA (39°08′ messages.
N, 121°26′ W). US281 In the band 25070–25210 kHz, non-
(6) Within 200 km of Goodfellow AFB, TX Federal stations in the Industrial/Business
(31°25′ N, 100°24′ W) and Warner Robins AFB, Pool shall not cause harmful interference to,
GA (32°38′ N, 83°35′ W). and must accept interference from, stations
(7) Within 160 km of Clear AFS, AK (64°17′ in the maritime mobile service operating in
N, 149°10′ W); Concrete, ND (48°43′ N, 97°54′ W); accordance with the Table of Frequency Al-
and Otis AFB, MA (41°45′ N, 70°32′ W). locations.
(b) In the sub-band 420–430 MHz, the ama- US282 In the band 4650–4700 kHz, fre-
teur service is not allocated north of Line A quencies may be authorized for non-Federal
(def. § 2.1). communication with helicopters in support
US271 The use of the band 17.3–17.8 GHz by of off-shore drilling operations on the condi-
the fixed-satellite service (earth-to-space) is tion that harmful interference will not be
limited to feeder links for broadcasting-sat- caused to services operating in accordance
ellite service. with the Table of Frequency Allocations.
693
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
US283 In the bands 2850–3025 kHz, 3400–3500 able frequencies are available to non-Federal
kHz, 4650–4700 kHz, 5450–5680 kHz, 6525–6685 stations on a shared basis with Federal sta-
kHz, 10005–10100 kHz, 11275–11400 kHz, 13260– tions: 2070.5 kHz, 2072.5 kHz, 2074.5 kHz, 2076.5
13360 kHz, and 17900–17970 kHz, frequencies kHz, 4154 kHz, 4170 kHz, 6235 kHz, 6259 kHz,
may be authorized for non-Federal flight test 8302 kHz, 8338 kHz, 12370 kHz, 12418 kHz, 16551
purposes on the condition that harmful in- kHz, 16615 kHz, 18848 kHz, 18868 kHz, 22182
terference will not be caused to services op- kHz, 22238 kHz, 25123 kHz, and 25159 kHz.
erating in accordance with the Table of Fre- US297 The bands 47.2–49.2 GHz and 81–82.5
quency Allocations. GHz are also available for feeder links for
US285 Under exceptional circumstances, the broadcasting-satellite service.
the carrier frequencies 2635 kHz, 2638 kHz, US298 The assigned frequencies 27.555,
and 2738 kHz may be authorized to coast sta- 27.615, 27.635, 27.655, 27.765, and 27.860 MHz are
tions. available for use by forest product licensees
US287 In the maritime mobile service, the on a secondary basis to Federal operations
frequencies 457.525 MHz, 457.550 MHz, 457.575 including experimental stations. Non-Fed-
MHz, 467.525 MHz, 467.550 MHz and 467.575 eral operations on these frequencies will not
MHz may be used by on-board communica- exceed 150 watts output power and are lim-
tion stations. Where needed, equipment de- ited to the states of Washington, Oregon,
signed for 12.5 kHz channel spacing using Maine, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ten-
also the additional frequencies 457.5375 MHz, nessee, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mis-
457.5625 MHz, 467.5375 MHz and 467.5625 MHz sissippi, Louisiana, and Texas (eastern por-
may be introduced for on-board communication).
tions. The use of these frequencies in terri- US299 In Alaska, the band 1615–1705 kHz is
torial waters may be subject to the national also allocated to the maritime mobile and
regulations of the administration concerned. Alaska fixed services on a secondary basis to
The characteristics of the equipment used Region 2 broadcast operations.
shall conform to those specified in Rec- US300 The frequencies 169.445, 169.505,
ommendation ITU–R M.1174–2. 169.545, 169.575, 169.605, 169.995, 170.025, 170.055,
US288 In the territorial waters of the 170.245, 170.305, 171.045, 171.075, 171.105, 171.845,
United States, the preferred frequencies for 171.875, and 171.905 MHz are available for
use by on-board communication stations wireless microphone operations on a sec-
shall be 457.525 MHz, 457.550 MHz, 457.575 MHz ondary basis to Federal and non-Federal op-
and 457.600 MHz paired, respectively, with erations. On center frequencies 169.575 MHz,
467.750 MHz, 467.775 MHz, 467.800 MHz and 170.025 MHz, 171.075 MHz, and 171.875 MHz, the
467.825 MHz. Where needed, equipment de- emission bandwidth shall not exceed 200 kHz.
signed for 12.5 kHz channel spacing using On the other center frequencies, the emis-
also the additional frequencies 457.5375 MHz, sion bandwidth shall not exceed 54 kHz.
457.5625 MHz, 467.5375 MHz and 467.5625 MHz US301 Except as provided in NG30, broad-
may be introduced for on-board communica- cast auxiliary stations licensed as of Novem-
tions. The characteristics of the equipment ber 21, 1984, to operate in the band 942–944
used shall conform to those specified in Rec- MHz may continue to operate on a co-equal
ommendation ITU–R M.1174–2. primary basis to other stations and services
US289 In the bands 460–470 MHz and 1690– operating in the band in accordance with the
1695 MHz, the following provisions shall Table of Frequency Allocations.
apply: US303 In the band 2285–2290 MHz, non-Fed-
(a) In the band 460–470 MHz, space stations eral space stations in the space research,
in the Earth exploration-satellite service space operations and Earth exploration-sat-
(EESS) may be authorized for space-to-Earth ellite services may be authorized to transmit
transmissions on a secondary basis with re- to the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite
spect to the fixed and mobile services. When System subject to such conditions as may be
operating in the meteorological-satellite applied on a case-by-case basis. Such trans-
service, such stations shall be protected from missions shall not cause harmful inter-
harmful interference from other EESS appli- ference to authorized Federal stations. The
cations. The power flux density produced at power flux-density at the Earth’s surface
the Earth’s surface by any space station in from such non-Federal stations shall not ex-
this band shall not exceed ¥152 dBW/m2/4 ceed ¥144 to ¥154 dBW/m2/4 kHz, depending
kHz. on angle of arrival, in accordance with ITU
(b) In the band 1690–1695 MHz, EESS appli- Radio Regulation 21.16.
cations, other than the meteorological-sat- US307 The band 5150–5216 MHz is also allo-
ellite service, may also be used for space-to- cated to the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
Earth transmissions subject to not causing Earth) for feeder links in conjunction with
harmful interference to stations operating in the radiodetermination-satellite service op-
accordance with the Table of Frequency Al- erating in the bands 1610–1626.5 MHz and
locations. 2483.5–2500 MHz. The total power flux-density
US296 In the bands designated for ship at the Earth’s surface shall in no case exceed
wide-band telegraphy, facsimile and special ¥159 dBW/m2 per 4 kHz for all angles of ar-
transmission systems, the following assign- rival.
694
US308 In the bands 1549.5–1558.5 MHz and GMDSS, shall have priority access with real-
1651–1660 MHz, those requirements of the time preemptive capability in the mobile-
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) service satellite service. Communications of mobile-
that cannot be accommodated in the bands satellite system stations not participating in
1545–1549.5 MHz, 1558.5–1559 MHz, 1646.5–1651 the GMDSS shall operate on a secondary
MHz, and 1660–1660.5 MHz shall have priority basis to distress and safety communications
access with real-time preemptive capability of stations operating in the GMDSS. Ac-
for communications in the mobile-satellite count shall be taken of the priority of safe-
service. Systems not interoperable with the ty-related communications in the mobile-
aeronautical mobile-satellite (R) service satellite service.
shall operate on a secondary basis. Account US316 The band 2900–3000 MHz is also allo-
shall be taken of the priority of safety-re- cated to the meteorological aids service on a
lated communications in the mobile-satellite primary basis for Federal use. Operations in
service. this service are limited to Next Generation
US309 In the bands 1545–1559 MHz, trans- Weather Radar (NEXRAD) systems where ac-
missions from terrestrial aeronautical sta- commodation in the band 2700–2900 MHz is
tions directly to aircraft stations, or be- not technically practical and are subject to
tween aircraft stations, in the aeronautical coordination with existing authorized sta-
mobile (R) service are also authorized when tions.
such transmissions are used to extend or US319 In the bands 137–138 MHz, 148–149.9
supplement the satellite-to-aircraft links. In MHz, 149.9–150.05 MHz, 399.9–400.05 MHz,
the band 1646.5–1660.5 MHz, transmissions 400.15–401 MHz, 1610–1626.5 MHz, and 2483.5–
from aircraft stations in the aeronautical 2500 MHz, Federal stations in the mobile-sat-
mobile (R) service directly to terrestrial ellite service shall be limited to earth sta-
aeronautical stations, or between aircraft tions operating with non-Federal space sta-
stations, are also authorized when such tions.
transmissions are used to extend or supple- US320 The use of the bands 137–138 MHz,
ment the aircraft-to-satellite links. 148–150.05 MHz, 399.9–400.05 MHz, and 400.15–
US310 In the band 14.896–15.121 GHz, non- 401 MHz by the mobile-satellite service is
Federal space stations in the space research limited to non-voice, non-geostationary sat-
service may be authorized on a secondary ellite systems and may include satellite
basis to transmit to Tracking and Data links between land earth stations at fixed lo-
Relay Satellites subject to such conditions cations.
as may be applied on a case-by-case basis. US323 In the band 148–149.9 MHz, no indi-
Such transmissions shall not cause harmful vidual mobile earth station shall transmit
interference to authorized Federal stations. on the same frequency being actively used by
fixed and mobile stations and shall transmit
The power flux-density (pfd) produced by
no more than 1% of the time during any 15
such non-Federal stations at the Earth’s sur-
minute period; except, individual mobile
face in any 1 MHz band for all conditions and
earth stations in this band that do not avoid
methods of modulation shall not exceed:
frequencies actively being used by the fixed
¥124 dB(W/m2 for 0° <q ≤5° and mobile services shall not exceed a power
¥124 + (q ¥5)/2 dB(W/m2) for 5° <q ≤25° density of ¥16 dBW/4 kHz and shall transmit
¥114 dB(W/m ) 2 for 25° <q ≤90° no more than 0.25% of the time during any 15
where q is the angle of arrival of the radio- minute period. Any single transmission from
frequency wave (degrees above the hori- any individual mobile earth station oper-
zontal). These limits relate to the pfd and ating in this band shall not exceed 450 ms in
angles of arrival which would be obtained duration and consecutive transmissions from
under free-space propagation conditions. a single mobile earth station on the same
US312 The frequency 173.075 MHz may frequency shall be separated by at least 15
also be authorized on a primary basis to non- seconds. Land earth stations in this band
Federal stations in the Public Safety Radio shall be subject to electromagnetic compat-
Pool, limited to police licensees, for stolen ibility analysis and coordination with terres-
vehicle recovery systems (SVRS). As of May trial fixed and mobile stations.
27, 2005, new SVRS licenses shall be issued US324 In the band 400.15–401 MHz, Federal
for an authorized bandwidth not to exceed and non-Federal satellite systems shall be
12.5 kHz. Stations that operate as part of a subject to electromagnetic compatibility
stolen vehicle recovery system that was au- analysis and coordination.
thorized and in operation prior to May 27, US325 In the band 148–149.9 MHz fixed and
2005 may operate with an authorized band- mobile stations shall not claim protection
width not to exceed 20 kHz until May 27, 2019. from land earth stations in the mobile-sat-
After that date, all SVRS shall operate with ellite service that have been previously co-
an authorized bandwidth not to exceed 12.5 ordinated; Federal fixed and mobile stations
kHz. exceeding 27 dBW EIRP, or an emission band-
US315 In the bands 1530–1544 MHz and width greater than 38 kHz, will be coordi-
1626.5–1645.5 MHz, maritime mobile-satellite nated with existing mobile-satellite service
distress and safety communications, e.g., space stations.
695
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
US327 The band 2310–2360 MHz is allocated (3) ¥105 dB(W/m2) for d between 25° and 90°;
to the broadcasting-satellite service (sound) where X is defined as a function of the num-
and complementary terrestrial broadcasting ber of satellites, n, in an NGSO constellation
service on a primary basis. Such use is lim- as follows:
ited to digital audio broadcasting and is sub- For n ≤ 288, X = (5/119) (n ¥ 50) dB; and
ject to the provisions of Resolution 528. For n > 288, X = (1/69) (n + 402) dB.
US334 In the bands between 17.7 GHz and
US337 In the band 13.75–13.8 GHz, the FCC
20.2 GHz, the following provisions shall
shall coordinate earth stations in the fixed-
apply:
(a) In the bands between 17.8 GHz and 20.2 satellite service with NTIA on a case-by-case
GHz, Federal space stations in both geo- basis in order to minimize harmful inter-
stationary (GSO) and non-geostationary sat- ference to the Tracking and Data Relay Sat-
ellite orbits (NGSO) and associated earth ellite System’s forward space-to-space link
stations in the fixed-satellite service (FSS) (TDRSS forward link-to-LEO).
(space-to-Earth) may be authorized on a pri- US338A In the band 1435–1452 MHz, opera-
mary basis. For a Federal GSO FSS network tors of aeronautical telemetry stations are
to operate on a primary basis, the space sta- encouraged to take all reasonable steps to
tion shall be located outside the arc, meas- ensure that the unwanted emissions power
ured from east to west, 70–120° West lon- does not exceed ¥28 dBW/27 MHz in the band
gitude. Coordination between Federal FSS 1400–1427 MHz. Operators of aeronautical te-
systems and non-Federal space and terres- lemetry stations that do not meet this limit
trial systems operating in accordance with shall first attempt to operate in the band
the United States Table of Frequency Allo- 1452–1525 MHz prior to operating in the band
cations is required. 1435–1452 MHz.
(b) In the bands between 17.8 GHz and 20.2
US340 The band 2–30 MHz is available on a
GHz, Federal earth stations operating with
non-interference basis to Federal and non-
Federal space stations shall be authorized on
a primary basis only in the following areas: Federal maritime and aeronautical stations
Denver, Colorado; Washington, DC; San for the purposes of measuring the quality of
Miguel, California; and Guam. Prior to the reception on radio channels. See 47 CFR
commencement of non-Federal terrestrial 87.149 for the list of protected frequencies
operations in these areas, the FCC shall co- and bands within this frequency range. Ac-
ordinate with NTIA all applications for new tual communications shall be limited to
stations and modifications to existing sta- those frequencies specifically allocated to
tions as specified in 47 CFR 1.924(f), 74.32, and the maritime mobile and aeronautical mo-
78.19(f). In the band 17.7–17.8 GHz, the FCC bile services.
shall also coordinate with NTIA all applica- US342 In making assignments to stations
tions for new stations and modifications to of other services to which the bands:
existing stations that support the operations 13360–13410 kHz 42.77–42.87 GHz*
of Multichannel Video Programming Dis- 25550–25670 kHz 43.07–43.17 GHz*
tributors (MVPD) in these areas, as specified 37.5–38.25 MHz 43.37–43.47 GHz*
in the aforementioned regulations. 322–328.6 MHz* 48.94–49.04 GHz*
(c) In the bands between 17.8 GHz and 19.7 1330–1400 MHz* 76–86 GHz
GHz, the power flux-density (pfd) at the sur- 1610.6–1613.8 MHz* 92–94 GHz
face of the Earth produced by emissions from 1660–1660.5 MHz* 94.1–100 GHz
a Federal GSO space station or from a Fed- 1668.4–1670 MHz* 102–109.5 GHz
eral space station in a NGSO constellation of 3260–3267 MHz* 111.8–114.25 GHz
50 or fewer satellites, for all conditions and 3332–3339 MHz* 128.33–128.59 GHz*
for all methods of modulation, shall not ex- 3345.8–3352.5 MHz* 129.23–129.49 GHz*
ceed the following values in any 1 MHz band: 4825–4835 MHz* 130–134 GHz
(1) ¥115 dB(W/m2) for angles of arrival 4950–4990 MHz 136–148.5 GHz
above the horizontal plane (d) between 0° and 6650–6675.2 MHz* 151.5–158.5 GHz
5°, 14.47–14.5 GHz* 168.59–168.93 GHz*
(2) ¥115 + 0.5(d ¥ 5) dB(W/m2) for d between 22.01–22.21 GHz* 171.11–171.45 GHz*
5° and 25°, and 22.21–22.5 GHz 172.31–172.65 GHz*
(3) ¥105 dB(W/m2) for d between 25° and 90°.
22.81–22.86 GHz* 173.52–173.85 GHz*
(d) In the bands between 17.8 GHz and 19.3
23.07–23.12 Gz* 195.75–196.15 GHz*
GHz, the pfd at the surface of the Earth pro-
31.2–31.3 GHz 209–226 GHz
duced by emissions from a Federal space sta-
36.43–36.5 GHz* 241–250 GHz
tion in an NGSO constellation of 51 or more
42.5–43.5 GHz 252–275 GHz
satellites, for all conditions and for all meth-
ods of modulation, shall not exceed the fol- are allocated (*indicates radio astronomy
lowing values in any 1 MHz band: use for spectral line observations), all prac-
(1) ¥115 ¥ X dB(W/m2) for d between 0° and ticable steps shall be taken to protect the
5°, radio astronomy service from harmful inter-

(2) ¥115 ¥ X + ((10 + X)/20)(d ¥ 5) dB(W/m2) ference. Emissions from spaceborne or air-
for d between 5° and 25°, and borne stations can be particularly serious
696
sources of interference to the radio astron- ations should be conducted in the band 5150–
omy service (see ITU Radio Regulations at 5250 MHz.
Nos. 4.5 and 4.6 and Article 29). US346 Except as provided for below and
US343 In the mobile service, the fre- by US222, Federal use of the band 2025–2110
quencies between 1435 and 1525 MHz will be MHz by the space operation service (Earth-
assigned for aeronautical telemetry and as- to-space), Earth exploration-satellite service
sociated telecommand operations for flight (Earth-to-space), and space research service
testing of manned or unmanned aircraft and (Earth-to-space) shall not constrain the de-
missiles, or their major components. Permis- ployment of the Television Broadcast Auxil-
sible usage includes telemetry associated iary Service, the Cable Television Relay
with launching and reentry into the Earth’s Service, or the Local Television Trans-
atmosphere as well as any incidental orbit- mission Service. To facilitate compatible op-
ing prior to reentry of manned objects under- erations between non-Federal terrestrial re-
going flight tests. The following frequencies ceiving stations at fixed sites and Federal
are shared on a co-equal basis with flight earth station transmitters, coordination is
telemetering mobile stations: 1444.5, 1453.5, required. To facilitate compatible operations
1501.5, 1515.5, and 1524.5 MHz. between non-Federal terrestrial transmit-
US344 In the band 5091–5250 MHz, the FCC ting stations and Federal spacecraft receiv-
shall coordinate earth stations in the fixed- ers, the terrestrial transmitters in the band
satellite service (Earth-to-space) with NTIA 2025–2110 MHz shall not be high-density sys-
(see Recommendation ITU–R S.1342). In order tems (see Recommendations ITU–R SA.1154
to better protect the operation of the inter- and ITU–R F.1247). Military satellite control
national standard system (microwave land- stations at the following sites shall operate
ing system) in the band 5000–5091 MHz, non- on a co-equal, primary basis with non-Fed-
Federal tracking and telecommand oper- eral operations:
Facility Coordinates
Naval Satellite Control Network, Prospect Harbor, ME ........................................................ 44°24′16″ N, 068°00′46″ W

New Hampshire Tracking Station, New Boston AFS, NH .................................................... 42°56′52″ N, 071°37′36″ W
Eastern Vehicle Check-out Facility & GPS Ground Antenna & Monitoring Station, Cape 28°29′09″ N, 080°34′33″ W
Canaveral, FL.
Buckley AFB, CO .................................................................................................................. 39°42′55″ N, 104°46′36″ W
Colorado Tracking Station, Schriever AFB, CO .................................................................... 38°48′21″ N, 104°31′43″ W
Kirtland AFB, NM ................................................................................................................... 34°59′46″ N, 106°30′28″ W
Camp Parks Communications Annex, Pleasanton, CA ........................................................ 37°43′51″ N, 121°52′50″ W
Naval Satellite Control Network, Laguna Peak, CA .............................................................. 34°06′31″ N, 119°03′53″ W
Vandenberg Tracking Station, Vandenberg AFB, CA ........................................................... 34°49′21″ N, 120°30′07″ W
Hawaii Tracking Station, Kaena Pt, Oahu, HI ....................................................................... 21°33′44″ N, 158°14′31″ W
Guam Tracking Stations, Anderson AFB, and Naval CTS, Guam ....................................... 13°36′54″ N, 144°51′18″ E
US347 In the band 2025–2110 MHz, non-Fed- ations) shall be authorized for both Federal
eral Earth-to-space and space-to-space trans- and non-Federal stations.
missions may be authorized in the space re- (1) Medical operations shall be authorized
search and Earth exploration-satellite serv- in the band 1427–1429.5 MHz in the United
ices subject to such conditions as may be ap- States and its insular areas, except in the
plied on a case-by-case basis. Such trans- following locations: Austin/Georgetown,
missions shall not cause harmful inter- Texas; Detroit and Battle Creek, Michigan;
ference to Federal and non-Federal stations Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Richmond/Nor-
operating in accordance with the Table of folk, Virginia; Spokane, Washington; and
Frequency Allocations. Washington, DC metropolitan area (collec-
US349 The band 3650–3700 MHz is also allo- tively, the ‘‘carved-out’’ locations). See Sec-
cated to the Federal radiolocation service on tion 47 CFR 90.259(b)(4) for a detailed descrip-
a non-interference basis for use by ship station of these areas.
tions located at least 44 nautical miles in (2) In the carved-out locations, medical op-
off-shore ocean areas on the condition that
erations shall be authorized in the band 1429–
harmful interference is not caused to non-
1431.5 MHz.
Federal operations.
(3) Medical operations may operate on fre-
US350 In the band 1427–1432 MHz, Federal
quencies in the band 1427–1432 MHz other
use of the land mobile service and non-Fed-
eral use of the fixed and land mobile services than those described in paragraphs (a)(1) and
is limited to telemetry and telecommand op- (2) only if the operations were registered
erations as described further: with a designated frequency coordinator
prior to April 14, 2010.
(a) Medical operations. The use of the band

1427–1432 MHz for medical telemetry and
telecommand operations (medical oper-
697
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
(b) Non-medical operations. The use of the dBW in any 6 MHz band from 13.77 to 13.78
band 1427–1432 MHz for non-medical telem- GHz;
etry and telecommand operations (non-med- b. The e.i.r.p. density of emissions from
ical operations) shall be limited to non-Fed- any earth station in the fixed-satellite serv-
eral stations. ice operating with a space station in non-
(1) Non-medical operations shall be author- geostationary-satellite orbit shall not exceed
ized on a secondary basis to the Wireless 51 dBW in any 6 MHz band from 13.77 to 13.78
Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS) in the GHz.
band 1427–1429.5 MHz and on a primary basis Automatic power control may be used to
in the band 1429.5–1432 MHz in the United increase the e.i.r.p. density in any 6 MHz
States and its insular areas, except in the band in these frequency ranges to com-
carved-out locations. pensate for rain attenuation, to the extent
(2) In the carved-out locations, non-med- that the power flux-density at the fixed-sat-
ical operations shall be authorized on a sec- ellite service space station does not exceed
ondary basis in the band 1429–1431.5 MHz and the value resulting from use by an earth sta-
on a primary basis in the bands 1427–1429 tion of an e.i.r.p. of 71 dBW or 51 dBW, as ap-
MHz and 1431.5–1432 MHz. propriate, in any 6 MHz band in clear-sky
conditions.
US353 In the bands 56.24–56.29 GHz, 58.422–
US359 In the band 15.43–15.63 GHz, use of
58.472 GHz, 59.139–59.189 GHz, 59.566–59.616
the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-space) is
GHz, 60.281–60.331 GHz, 60.41–60.46 GHz, and
limited to non-Federal feeder links of non-
62.461–62.511 GHz, space-based radio astron-
geostationary systems in the mobile-sat-
omy observations may be made on an unpro-
ellite service. The FCC shall coordinate
tected basis.
Earth stations in this band with NTIA (see
US354 In the band 58.422–58.472 GHz, air- Annex 3 of Recommendation ITU–R S.1340).
borne stations and space stations in the US360 The band 33–36 GHz is also allo-
space-to-Earth direction shall not be author- cated to the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
ized. Earth) on a primary basis for Federal use.
US356 In the band 13.75–14 GHz, an earth Coordination between Federal fixed-satellite
station in the fixed-satellite service shall service systems and non-Federal systems op-
have a minimum antenna diameter of 4.5 m erating in accordance with the United States
and the e.i.r.p. of any emission should be at Table of Frequency Allocations is required.
least 68 dBW and should not exceed 85 dBW. US362 The band 1670–1675 MHz is allocated
In addition the e.i.r.p., averaged over one to the meteorological-satellite service
second, radiated by a station in the radio- (space-to-Earth) on a primary basis for Fed-
location service shall not exceed 59 dBW. Re- eral use. Earth station use of this allocation
ceiving space stations in the fixed-satellite is limited to Wallops Island, VA (37°56′44″ N,
service shall not claim protection from 75°27′37″ W), Fairbanks, AK (64°58′22″ N,
radiolocation transmitting stations oper- 147°30′04″ W), and Greenbelt, MD (39°00′02″ N,
ating in accordance with the United States 76°50′29″ W). Applicants for non-Federal sta-
Table of Frequency Allocations. ITU Radio tions within 100 kilometers of the Wallops Is-
Regulation No. 5.43A does not apply. land or Fairbanks coordinates and within 65
US357 In the band 13.75–14 GHz, geo- kilometers of the Greenbelt coordinates
stationary space stations in the space re- shall notify NOAA in accordance with the
search service for which information for ad- procedures specified in 47 CFR 1.924.
vance publication has been received by the US364 Consistent with US18, stations may
ITU Radiocommunication Bureau (Bureau) be authorized on a primary basis in the band
prior to 31 January 1992 shall operate on an 285–325 kHz for the specific purpose of trans-
equal basis with stations in the fixed-sat- mitting differential global positioning sys-
ellite service; after that date, new geo- tem information.
stationary space stations in the space re- US378 In the band 1710–1755 MHz, the fol-
search service will operate on a secondary lowing provisions apply:
basis. Until those geostationary space sta- (a) Federal fixed and tactical radio relay
tions in the space research service for which stations may operate indefinitely on a pri-
information for advance publication has mary basis within 80 km of Cherry Point, NC
been received by the Bureau prior to 31 Janu- (34°58′ N, 76°56′ W) and Yuma, AZ (32°32′ N,
ary 1992 cease to operate in this band: 113°58′ W).
a. The e.i.r.p. density of emissions from (b) Federal fixed and tactical radio relay
any earth station in the fixed-satellite serv- stations shall operate on a secondary basis
ice operating with a space station in geo- to primary non-Federal operations at the 14
stationary-satellite orbit shall not exceed 71 sites listed below:
State Location Coordinates

80 km radius of operation centered on:
CA ................ China Lake ................................................................................................... 35°41′ N, 117°41′ W.
698
State Location Coordinates
CA ................ Pacific Missile Test Range/Point Mugu ....................................................... 34°07′ N, 119°30′ W.

FL ................ Eglin AFB ..................................................................................................... 30°29′ N, 086°31′ W.
MD ............... Patuxent River ............................................................................................. 38°17′ N, 076°25′ W.
NM ............... White Sands Missile Range ......................................................................... 33°00′ N, 106°30′ W.
NV ................ Nellis AFB .................................................................................................... 36°14′ N, 115°02′ W.
UT ................ Hill AFB ........................................................................................................ 41°07′ N, 111°58′ W.
50 km radius of operation centered on:
AL ................ Fort Rucker .................................................................................................. 31°13′ N, 085°49′ W.

CA ................ Fort Irwin ...................................................................................................... 35°16′ N, 116°41′ W.
GA ............... Fort Benning ................................................................................................ 32°22′ N, 084°56′ W.
GA ............... Fort Stewart ................................................................................................. 31°52′ N, 081°37′ W.
KY ................ Fort Campbell ............................................................................................... 36°41′ N, 087°28′ W.
NC ............... Fort Bragg .................................................................................................... 35°09′ N, 079°01′ W.
WA ............... Fort Lewis ..................................................................................................... 47°05′ N, 122°36′ W.
(c) In the sub-band 1710–1720 MHz, precision restrial component and subject to all appli-
guided munitions shall operate on a primary cable conditions and provisions of its MSS
basis until inventory is exhausted or until authorization.
December 31, 2008, whichever is earlier. US382 In the band 39.5–40 GHz, Federal
(d) All other Federal stations in the fixed earth stations in the mobile-satellite service
and mobile services shall operate on a pri- (space-to-Earth) shall not claim protection
mary basis until reaccommodated in accord- from non-Federal stations in the fixed and
ance with the Commercial Spectrum En- mobile services. ITU Radio Regulation No.
hancement Act.
5.43A does not apply.
US379 In the band 55.78–56.26 GHz, in order
to protect stations in the Earth exploration- US384 In the band 401–403 MHz, the non-
satellite service (passive), the maximum Federal Earth exploration-satellite (Earth-
power density delivered by a transmitter to to-space) and meteorological-satellite
the antenna of a fixed service station is lim- (Earth-to-space) services are limited to earth
ited to¥28.5 dB(W/MHz). stations transmitting to Federal space sta-
US380 In the bands 1525–1544 MHz, 1545–1559 tions.
MHz, 1610–1645.5 MHz, 1646.5–1660.5 MHz, and US385 Radio astronomy observations may
2483.5–2500 MHz, a non-Federal licensee in the be made in the bands 1350–1400 MHz, 1718.8–
mobile-satellite service (MSS) may also op- 1722.2 MHz, and 4950–4990 MHz on an unpro-
erate an ancillary terrestrial component in tected basis, and in the band 2655–2690 MHz
conjunction with its MSS network, subject on a secondary basis, at the following radio
to the Commission’s rules for ancillary ter- astronomy observatories:
Allen Telescope Array, Hat Creek, CA .................... Rectangle between latitudes 40°00′ N and
42°00′ N and between longitudes 120°15′
W and 122°15′ W.
NASA Goldstone Deep Space Communications 80 kilometers (50 mile) radius centered on
Complex, Goldstone, CA. 35°20′ N, 116°53′ W.
National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center, Are- Rectangle between latitudes 17°30′ N and
cibo, PR. 19°00′ N and between longitudes 65°10′
W and 68°00′ W.
National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Socorro, Rectangle between latitudes 32°30′ N and
NM. 35°30′ N and between longitudes 106°00′
W and 109°00′ W.
National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Green Rectangle between latitudes 37°30′ N and
Bank, WV. 39°15′ N and between longitudes 78°30′
W and 80°30′ W.
National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Very Long 80 kilometer radius centered on:
Baseline Array Stations.
699
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
North latitude West longitude
Brewster, WA ........................................................... 48°08′ 119°41′

Fort Davis, TX .......................................................... 30°38′ 103°57′
Hancock, NH ............................................................ 42°56′ 71°59′
Kitt Peak, AZ ............................................................ 31°57′ 111°37′
Los Alamos, NM ...................................................... 35°47′ 106°15′
Mauna Kea, HI ......................................................... 19°48′ 155°27′
North Liberty, IA ....................................................... 41°46′ 91°34′
Owens Valley, CA .................................................... 37°14′ 118°17′
Pie Town, NM .......................................................... 34°18′ 108°07′
Saint Croix, VI .......................................................... 17°45′ 64°35′
Owens Valley Radio Observatory, Big Pine, CA ..... Two contiguous rectangles, one between
latitudes 36°00′ N and 37°00′ N and be-
tween longitudes 117°40′ W and 118°30′
W and the second between latitudes
37°00′ N and 38°00′ N and between lon-
gitudes 118°00′ W and 118°50′ W.
(a) In the bands 1350–1400 MHz and 4950–4990 line-of-sight of the United States except for
MHz, every practicable effort will be made to the purpose of short duration pre-operational
avoid the assignment of frequencies to sta- testing. Operations under this allocation
tions in the fixed and mobile services that shall not cause harmful interference to, nor
could interfere with radio astronomy obser- claim protection from, any other services al-
vations within the geographic areas given located in the band 432–438 MHz in the
above. In addition, every practicable effort United States, including secondary services
will be made to avoid assignment of fre- and the amateur-satellite service.
quencies in these bands to stations in the US402 In the band 17.3–17.7 GHz, existing
aeronautical mobile service which operate Federal satellites and associated earth sta-
outside of those geographic areas, but which tions in the fixed-satellite service (Earth-to-
may cause harmful interference to the listed space) are authorized to operate on a pri-
observatories. Should such assignments re- mary basis in the frequency bands and areas
sult in harmful interference to these observ- listed below. Receiving earth stations in the
atories, the situation will be remedied to the broadcasting-satellite service within the
extent practicable. bands and areas listed below shall not claim
(b) In the band 2655–2690 MHz, for radio as- protection from Federal earth stations in the
tronomy observations performed at the loca- fixed-satellite service.
tions listed above, licensees are urged to co- (a) 17.600–17.700 GHz for stations within a
ordinate their systems through the National 120 km radius of 38°49′ N latitude and 76°52′ W
Science Foundation, Division of Astronom- longitude.
ical Sciences, Electromagnetic Spectrum (b) 17.375–17.475 GHz for stations within a
Management Unit, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, 160 km radius of 39°42′ N latitude and 104°45′
Alexandria, VA 22314; Email: esm@nsf.gov. W longitude.
US390 Federal stations in the space re- US431B The band 3450–3550 MHz is allo-
search service (active) operating in the band cated on a primary basis to the Federal
5350–5460 MHz shall not cause harmful inter- radiolocation service and to the non-Federal
ference to, nor claim protection from, Fed- fixed and mobile, except aeronautical mo-
eral and non-Federal stations in the aero- bile, services on a nationwide basis. Federal
nautical radionavigation service nor Federal operations in the band 3450–3550 MHz shall
stations in the radiolocation service. not cause harmful interference to non-Fed-
US391 In the band 2495–2500 MHz, the mo- eral operations, except under the following
bile-satellite service (space-to-Earth) shall circumstances.
not receive protection from non-Federal sta- (a) Cooperative Planning Areas. Cooperative
tions in the fixed and mobile except aero- Planning Areas (CPAs) are geographic loca-
nautical mobile services operating in that tions in which non-Federal operations shall
band. coordinate with Federal systems in the band
US397 In the band 432–438 MHz, the Earth to deploy non-Federal operations in a man-
exploration-satellite service (active) is allo- ner that shall not cause harmful interference
cated on a secondary basis for Federal use. to Federal systems operating in the band. In
Stations in the Earth exploration-satellite addition, operators of non-Federal stations
service (active) shall not be operated within may be required to modify their operations
700
(e.g., reduce power, filtering, adjust antenna such times, non-Federal operations may not
pointing angles, shielding, etc.) to protect claim interference protection from Federal
Federal operations against harmful inter- systems. Federal and non-Federal operators
ference and to avoid, where possible, inter- may reach mutually acceptable operator-to-
ference and potential damage to the non- operator agreements such that a Federal op-
Federal operators’ systems. In these areas, erator may not need to activate a PUA if a
non-Federal operations may not claim inter- mutually agreeable technical approach miti-
ference protection from Federal systems. gates the interference risk to Federal oper-
Federal and non-Federal operators may ations. To the extent possible, Federal use in
reach mutually acceptable operator-to-oper- PUAs will be chosen to minimize operational
ator agreements to permit more extensive impact on non-Federal users. Coordination
non-Federal use by identifying and mutually between Federal users and non-Federal li-
agreeing upon a technical approach that censees in PUAs shall be consistent with
mitigates the interference risk to Federal rules and procedures established by the FCC
operations. To the extent possible, Federal and NTIA. While all PUAs are co-located
use in CPAs will be chosen to minimize oper- with CPAs, the exact geographic area used
ational impact on non-Federal users. The during periodic use may differ from the co-
table in paragraph (d) of this note identifies located CPA. The geographic locations of
the locations of CPAs, including, for infor- PUAs are identified in the table in paragraph
mation, those with high powered Federal op- (d) of this note. Restrictions and authoriza-
erations. CPAs may also be Periodic Use tions for the CPAs remain in effect during
Areas as described in paragraph (b) of this periodic use unless specifically relieved in
note. Coordination between Federal users the coordination process.
and non-Federal licensees in CPAs shall be (c) For the CPA at Little Rock, AR, after
consistent with rules and procedures estab- approximately 12 months from the close of
lished by the FCC and NTIA. the auction, non-Federal operations shall co-
(b) Periodic Use Areas. Periodic Use Areas ordinate with Federal systems in only the
(PUAs) are geographic locations in which 3450–3490 MHz band segment and the 3490–3550
non-Federal operations in the band shall not MHz band segment will be available for non-
cause harmful interference to Federal sys- Federal use without coordination. At Fort
tems operating in the band for episodic peri- Bragg, NC, non-Federal operations shall co-
ods. During these times and in these areas, ordinate with Federal systems in only the
Federal users will require interference pro- 3450–3490 MHz band segment.
tection from non-Federal operations. Opera- (d) The following table identifies the co-
tors of non-Federal stations may be required ordinates for the location of each CPA and
to temporarily modify their operations (e.g., PUA. An area may be represented as either a
reduce power, filtering, adjust antenna polygon made up of several corresponding
pointing angles, shielding, etc.) to protect coordinates or a circle represented by a cen-
Federal operations from harmful inter- ter point and a radius. If a CPA has a cor-
ference, which may include restrictions on responding PUA, the PUA coordinates are
non-Federal stations’ ability to radiate at provided. A location marked with an aster-
certain locations during specific periods of isk (*) indicates a high-power Federal radio-
time. During such episodic use, non-Federal location facility. If a location includes a
users in PUAs must alter their operations to Shipboard Electronic Systems Evaluation
avoid harmful interference to Federal sys- Facility (SESEF) attached to a homeport, it
tems’ temporary use of the band, and during specifies the associated SESEF.
701
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
702
ER07AP21.027</GPH>
703
ER07AP21.028</GPH>
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
704
ER07AP21.029</GPH>
705
ER07AP21.030</GPH>
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
706
ER07AP21.031</GPH>
707
ER07AP21.032</GPH>
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
US433 In the band 3550–3650 MHz, the fol- mobile-satellite service and is subject to co-
lowing provisions shall apply to Federal use ordination under No. 9.11A of the ITU Radio
of the aeronautical radionavigation (ground- Regulations. In the band 5091–5150 MHz, the
based) and radiolocation services and to non- following conditions also apply:
Federal use of the fixed and mobile except (a) Prior to January 1, 2018, the use of the
aeronautical mobile services: band 5091–5150 MHz by feeder links of non-
(a) Non-Federal stations in the fixed and geostationary-satellite systems in the mo-
mobile except aeronautical mobile services bile-satellite service shall be made in accord-
are restricted to stations in the Citizens ance with Resolution 114 (Rev.WRC–12);
Broadband Radio Service and shall not cause (b) After January 1, 2016, no new assign-
harmful interference to, or claim protection
ments shall be made to earth stations pro-
from, Federal stations in the aeronautical
viding feeder links of non-geostationary mo-
radionavigation (ground-based) and radio-
bile-satellite systems; and
location services at the locations listed at:
ntia.doc.gov/category/3550-3650-mhz. New and (c) After January 1, 2018, the fixed-satellite
modified federal stations shall be allowed at service will become secondary to the aero-
current or new locations, subject only to ap- nautical radionavigation service.
proval through the National Telecommuni- US444B In the band 5091–5150 MHz, the fol-
cations and Information Administration fre- lowing provisions shall apply to the aero-
quency assignment process with new loca- nautical mobile service:
tions added to the list at: ntia.doc.gov/cat- (a) Use is restricted to:
egory/3550-3650-mhz. Coordination of the Fed- (1) Systems operating in the aeronautical
eral stations with Citizens Broadband Radio mobile (R) service (AM(R)S) in accordance
Service licensees or users is not necessary. with international aeronautical standards,
Federal operations, other than airborne limited to surface applications at airports,
radiolocation systems, shall be protected and in accordance with Resolution 748 (Rev.
consistent with the procedures set forth in 47 WRC–12) (i.e., AeroMACS); and
CFR 96.15 and 96.67. (2) Aeronautical telemetry transmissions
(b) Non-federal fixed and mobile stations from aircraft stations (AMT) in accordance
shall not claim protection from federal air- with Resolution 418 (Rev. WRC–12).
borne radar systems. (b) Consistent with Radio Regulation No.
(c) Federal airborne radar systems shall 4.10, airport surface wireless systems oper-
not claim protection from non-Federal sta- ating in the AM(R)S have priority over AMT
tions in the fixed and mobile except aero- systems in the band.
nautical mobile services operating in the
(c) Operators of AM(R)S and AMT systems
band.
at the following airports are urged to cooper-
US444 The frequency band 5030–5150 MHz
ate with each other in the exchange of infor-
is to be used for the operation of the inter-
mation about planned deployments of their
national standard system (microwave land-
respective systems so that the prospects for
ing system) for precision approach and land-
compatible sharing of the band are enhanced:
ing. In the frequency band 5030–5091 MHz, the
requirements of this system shall have pri- (1) Boeing Field/King County Intl Airport,
ority over other uses of this band. For the Seattle, WA;
use of the frequency band 5091–5150 MHz, (2) Lambert-St. Louis Intl Airport, St.
US444A and Resolution 114 (Rev.WRC–12) of Louis, MO;
the ITU Radio Regulations apply. (3) Charleston AFB/Intl Airport, Charles-
US444A The band 5091–5150 MHz is also al- ton, SC;
located to the fixed-satellite service (Earth- (4) Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National
to-space) on a primary basis for non-Federal Airport, Wichita, KS;

use. This allocation is limited to feeder links (5) Roswell Intl Air Center Airport,
of non-geostationary satellite systems in the Roswell, NM; and
708
ER07AP21.033</GPH>
(6) William P. Gwinn Airport, Jupiter, FL. (space-to-Earth) on a primary basis. Its use
Other airports may be addressed on a case- is limited to geostationary satellites and
by-case basis. shall be in accordance with the provisions of
(d) Aeronautical fixed communications Article 21, Table 21–4 of the ITU Radio Regu-
that are an integral part of the AeroMACS lations.
system authorized in paragraph (a)(1) are US532 In the bands 21.2–21.4 GHz, 22.21–22.5
also authorized on a primary basis. GHz, and 56.26–58.2 GHz, the space research
US475 The use of the band 9300–9500 MHz and Earth exploration-satellite services shall
by the aeronautical radionavigation service not receive protection from the fixed and
is limited to airborne radars and associated mobile services operating in accordance with
airborne beacons. In addition, ground-based the Table of Frequency Allocations.
radar beacons in the aeronautical radio- US550A In the band 36–37 GHz, the fol-
navigation service are permitted in the band lowing provisions shall apply:
9300–9320 MHz on the condition that harmful (a) For stations in the mobile service, the
interference is not caused to the maritime transmitter power supplied to the antenna
radionavigation service. shall not exceed ¥10 dBW, except that the
US476A In the band 9300–9500 MHz, Fed- maximum transmitter power may be in-
eral stations in the Earth exploration-sat- creased to ¥3 dBW for stations used for pub-
ellite service (active) and space research
lic safety and disaster management.
service (active) shall not cause harmful in-
(b) For stations in the fixed service, the
terference to, nor claim protection from, sta-
elevation angle of the antenna main beam
tions of the radionavigation and Federal
shall not exceed 20° and the transmitter
radiolocation services.
US482 In the band 10.6–10.68 GHz, the fol- power supplied to the antenna shall not ex-
lowing provisions and urgings apply: ceed:
(a) Non-Federal use of the fixed service (1) ¥5 dBW for hub stations of point-to-
shall be restricted to point-to-point stations, multipoint systems; or
with each station supplying not more than (2) ¥10 dBW for all other stations, except
¥3 dBW of transmitter power to the an- that the maximum transmitter power of sta-
tenna, producing not more than 40 dBW of tions using automatic transmitter power
EIRP, and radiating at an antenna main control (ATPC) may be increased by a value
beam elevation angle of 20° or less. Licensees corresponding to the ATPC range, up to a
holding a valid authorization on August 6, maximum of ¥7 dBW.
2015 to operate in this band may continue to US565 The following frequency bands in
operate as authorized, subject to proper li- the range 275–1000 GHz are identified for pas-
cense renewal. sive service applications:
(b) In order to minimize interference to the —Radio astronomy service: 275–323 GHz, 327–
Earth exploration-satellite service (passive) 371 GHz, 388–424 GHz, 426–442 GHz, 453–510
receiving in this band, licensees of stations GHz, 623–711 GHz, 795–909 GHz and 926–945
in the fixed service are urged to: GHz;
(1) Limit the maximum transmitter power —Earth exploration-satellite service (pas-
supplied to the antenna to ¥15 dBW; and sive) and space research service (passive):
(2) Employ automatic transmitter power 275–286 GHz, 296–306 GHz, 313–356 GHz, 361–
control (ATPC). 365 GHz, 369–392 GHz, 397–399 GHz, 409–411
The maximum transmitter power supplied GHz, 416–434 GHz, 439–467 GHz, 477–502 GHz,
to the antenna of stations using ATPC may 523–527 GHz, 538–581 GHz, 611–630 GHz, 634–
be increased by a value corresponding to the 654 GHz, 657–692 GHz, 713–718 GHz, 729–733
ATPC range, up to a maximum of ¥3 dBW. GHz, 750–754 GHz, 771–776 GHz, 823–846 GHz,
US511E The use of the band 15.4–15.7 GHz 850–854 GHz, 857–862 GHz, 866–882 GHz, 905–
by the radiolocation service is limited to 928 GHz, 951–956 GHz, 968–973 GHz and 985–
Federal systems requiring a necessary band- 990 GHz.
width greater than 1600 MHz that cannot be
accommodated within the band 15.7–17.3 GHz The use of the range 275–1000 GHz by the
except as described below. In the band 15.4– passive services does not preclude use of this
15.7 GHz, stations operating in the radio- range by active services. This provision does
location service shall not cause harmful in- not establish priority of use in the United
terference to, nor claim protection from, ra- States Table of Frequency Allocations, and
dars operating in the aeronautical radio- does not preclude or constrain any active
navigation service. Radar systems operating service use or future allocation of frequency
in the radiolocation service shall not be de- bands in the 275–3000 GHz range.
veloped solely for operation in the band 15.4– NON-FEDERAL GOVERNMENT (NG) FOOTNOTES
15.7 GHz. Radar systems requiring use of the
band 15.4–15.7 GHz for testing, training, and (These footnotes, each consisting of the let-
exercises may be accommodated on a case- ters ‘‘NG’’ followed by one or more digits, de-
by-case basis. note stipulations applicable only to non-Fed-

US519 The band 18–18.3 GHz is also allo- eral operations and thus appear solely in the
cated to the meteorological-satellite service non-Federal Table.)
709
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
NG1 The band 535–1705 kHz is also allo- 2017 may continue to operate on a primary
cated to the mobile service on a secondary basis, subject to periodic license renewals.
basis for the distribution of public service in- NG14 TV broadcast stations authorized to
formation from Travelers Information Sta- operate in the bands 54–72, 76–88, 174–216, 470–
tions operating in accordance with the provi- 608, and 614–698 MHz may use a portion of the
sions of 47 CFR 90.242 on 10 kilohertz spaced television vertical blanking interval for the
channels from 540 kHz to 1700 kHz. transmission of telecommunications signals,
NG2 Facsimile broadcasting stations may on the condition that harmful interference
be authorized in the band 88–108 MHz. will not be caused to the reception of pri-
NG3 Control stations in the domestic pub- mary services, and that such telecommuni-
lic mobile radio service may be authorized cations services must accept any inter-
frequencies in the band 72–73 and 75.4–76 MHz ference caused by primary services operating
on the condition that harmful interference in these bands. Use of the band 614–698 MHz
will not be caused to operational fixed sta- is subject to the provisions specified in NG33.
tions. NG16 In the bands 72–73 MHz and 75.4–76
NG4 The use of the frequencies in the MHz, frequencies may be authorized for mo-
band 152.84–153.38 MHz may be authorized, in bile operations in the Industrial/Business
any area, to remote pickup broadcast base Radio Pool, subject to not causing inter-
and mobile stations on the condition that ference to the reception of broadcast tele-
harmful interference will not be caused to vision signals on channels 4 and 5.
NG17 Stations in the land transportation
stations operating in accordance with the
radio services authorized as of May 15, 1958
Table of Frequency Allocations.
to operate on the frequency 161.61 MHz may,
NG5 In the band 535–1705 kHz, AM broad-
upon proper application, continue to be au-
cast licensees and permittees may use their
thorized for such operation, including expan-
AM carrier on a secondary basis to transmit sion of existing systems, on the condition
signals intended for both broadcast and non- that harmful interference will not be caused
broadcast purposes. In the band 88–108 MHz, to the operation of any authorized station in
FM broadcast licensees and permittees are the maritime mobile service. No new land
permitted to use subcarriers on a secondary transportation radio service system will be
basis to transmit signals intended for both authorized to operate on 161.61 MHz.
broadcast and non-broadcast purposes. In the NG22 The frequencies 156.050 and 156.175
bands 54–72, 76–88, 174–216, 470–608, and 614–698 MHz may be assigned to stations in the mar-
MHz, TV broadcast licensees and permittees itime mobile service for commercial and port
are permitted to use subcarriers on a sec- operations in the New Orleans Vessel Traffic
ondary basis for both broadcast and non- Service (VTS) area and the frequency 156.250
broadcast purposes. Use of the band 614–698 MHz may be assigned to stations in the mar-
MHz is subject to the provisions specified in itime mobile service for port operations in
NG33. the New Orleans and Houston VTS areas.
NG6 Stations in the public safety radio NG28 In Puerto Rico and the United
services authorized as of June 30, 1958, to use States Virgin Islands, the band 160.86–161.4
frequencies in the band 159.51–161.79 MHz in MHz is available for assignment to remote
areas other than Puerto Rico and the Virgin pickup broadcast stations on a shared basis
Islands may continue such operation, includ- with stations in the Industrial/Business
ing expansion of existing systems, on the Pool.
condition that harmful interference will not NG30 In Puerto Rico, the band 942–944
be caused to stations in the services to which MHz is alternatively allocated to the fixed
these bands are allocated. In Puerto Rico service (aural broadcast auxiliary stations).
and the Virgin Islands this authority is lim- NG32 Frequencies in the bands 454.6625–
ited to frequencies in the band 160.05–161.37 454.9875 MHz and 459.6625–459.9875 MHz may
MHz. No new public radio service system will be assigned to domestic public land and mo-
be authorized to operate on these fre- bile stations to provide a two-way air-ground
quencies. public radiotelephone service.
NG7 In the bands 2000–2065, 2107–2170, and NG33 In the band 614–698 MHz, the fol-
2194–2495 kHz, fixed stations associated with lowing provisions shall apply:
the maritime mobile service may be author- (a) Until July 13, 2020, stations in the
ized, for purposes of communication with broadcasting service and other authorized
coast stations, to use frequencies assignable uses may operate as follows:
to ship stations in these bands on the condi- (1) Full power and Class A television (TV)
tion that harmful interference will not be stations, i.e., broadcast TV stations, may op-
caused to services operating in accordance erate on a co-equal, primary basis with sta-
with the Table of Frequency Allocations. See tions in the fixed and mobile services until
47 CFR 80.371(a) for the list of available car- such stations terminate operations on their
rier frequencies. pre-auction television channels in accord-
NG8 In the band 472–479 kHz, non-Federal ance with § 73.3700(b)(4).

stations in the maritime mobile service that (2) Low power TV (LPTV) and TV trans-
were licensed or applied for prior to July 14, lator stations may operate on a secondary
710
basis to stations in the fixed and mobile NG50 In the band 10–10.5 GHz, non-Federal
services and to broadcast TV stations, and stations in the radiolocation service shall
fixed TV broadcast auxiliary stations may not cause harmful interference to the ama-
operate on a secondary basis to LPTV and teur service; and in the sub-band 10.45–10.5
TV translator stations, unless such stations GHz, these stations shall not cause harmful
are required to terminate their operations interference to the amateur-satellite service.
earlier in accordance with § 73.3700(g)(4) or NG51 In Puerto Rico and the United
§ 74.602(h)(5)–(6). States Virgin Islands, the use of band 150.8–
(3) Low power auxiliary stations (LPAS), 151.49 MHz by the fixed and land mobile serv-
including wireless assist video devices ices is limited to stations in the Industrial/
(WAVDs), may operate on a secondary basis Business Pool.
to all other authorized stations in accord- NG52 Except as provided for by NG527A,
ance with § 74.802(f) and § 74.870(i). use of the bands 10.7–11.7 GHz (space-to-
(4) Unlicensed wireless microphones and Earth) and 12.75–13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space)
white space devices (WSDs) may operate on a by geostationary satellites in the fixed-sat-
non-interference basis, unless such devices ellite service shall be limited to inter-
are required to terminate operations earlier national systems, i.e., other than domestic
in accordance with § 15.236(c)(2) or systems.
§ 15.707(a)(1)–(2), (5), respectively. NG53 In the band 13.15–13.25 GHz, the fol-
(b) After July 13, 2020, only the following lowing provisions shall apply:
types of radiofrequency devices that are au- (a) The sub-band 13.15–13.2 GHz is reserved
thorized in paragraph (a) may continue to for television pickup (TVPU) and cable tele-
operate: vision relay service (CARS) pickup stations
(1) LPTV and TV translator stations may inside a 50 km radius of the 100 television
operate on a secondary basis to stations in markets delineated in 47 CFR 76.51; and out-
the fixed and mobile services in the sub- side these areas, TVPU stations, CARS sta-
bands 617–652 MHz and 663–698 MHz until re- tions and non-geostationary satellite orbit
quired to terminate their operations in ac- fixed-satellite service (NGSO FSS) gateway
cordance with § 73.3700(g)(4). earth stations shall operate on a co-primary
(2) LPAS may operate in the sub-band 653– basis.
657 MHz and unlicensed wireless microphones (b) The sub-band 13.2–13.2125 GHz is re-
may operate in the sub-bands 614–616 MHz served for TVPU stations on a primary basis
and 657–663 MHz. and for CARS pickup stations on a secondary
(3) WSDs may operate in: (i) The sub-bands basis inside a 50 km radius of the 100 tele-
617–652 MHz and 663–698 MHz, except in those vision markets delineated in 47 CFR 76.51;
areas where their use is prohibited in accord- and outside these areas, TVPU stations and
ance with §§ 15.707(a)(5) and 15.713(b)(2)(iv), NGSO FSS gateway earth stations shall op-
and (ii) the sub-band 657–663 MHz, in accord- erate on a co-primary basis and CARS sta-
ance with § 15.707(a)(4). tions shall operate on a secondary basis.
NG34 The bands 758–775 MHz and 788–805 (c) In the band 13.15–13.25 GHz, fixed tele-
MHz are available for assignment to the pub- vision auxiliary stations licensed pursuant
lic safety services, as described in 47 CFR to applications accepted for filing before
part 90. September 1, 1979, may continue operation,
NG35 Frequencies in the bands 928–929 subject to periodic license renewals.
MHz, 932–932.5 MHz, 941–941.5 MHz, and 952– (d) In the sub-band 13.15–13.2125 GHz, NGSO
960 MHz may be assigned for multiple ad- FSS gateway uplink transmissions shall be
dress systems and associated mobile oper- limited to a maximum e.i.r.p. of 3.2 dBW to-
ations on a primary basis. wards 0° on the radio horizon.
NG41 In the band 2120–2180 MHz, the fol-
NOTE: The above provisions shall not apply
lowing provisions shall apply to grand-
to geostationary satellite orbit (GSO) FSS
fathered stations in the fixed service:
operations in the band 12.75–13.25 GHz.
(a) In the sub-band 2160–2162 MHz, author-
izations in the Broadband Radio Service NG56 In the bands 72–73 and 75.4–76 MHz,
(BRS) applied for after January 16, 1992 shall the use of mobile radio remote control of
be granted on a secondary basis to Advanced models is on a secondary basis to all other
Wireless Services (AWS). In the band 2150– fixed and mobile operations. Such operations
2162 MHz, all other BRS stations shall oper- are subject to the condition that inter-
ate on a primary basis until December 9, ference will not be caused to common carrier
2021, and may continue to operate on a sec- domestic public stations, to remote control
ondary basis thereafter, unless said facility of industrial equipment operating in the
is relocated in accordance with 47 CFR band 72–76 MHz, or to the reception of tele-
27.1250 through 27.1255. vision signals on channels 4 (66–72 MHz) or 5
(b) In the sub-band 2160–2180 MHz, fixed sta- (76–82 MHz). Television interference shall be
tions authorized pursuant to 47 CFR part 101 considered to occur whenever reception of
may continue to operate on a secondary regularly used television signals is impaired
basis to AWS. or destroyed, regardless of the strength of
711
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
the television signal or the distance to the tion from individually licensed earth sta-
television station. tions authorized pursuant to 47 CFR 25.136.
NG57 The use of the band 12.75–13.25 GHz However, nothing in this footnote shall limit
by non-geostationary-satellite systems in the right of Upper Microwave Flexible Use
the fixed-satellite service is limited to com- Service licensees to operate in conformance
munications with individually licensed earth with the technical rules contained in 47 CFR
stations. part 30. The Commission reserves the right
NG59 The frequencies 37.60 and 37.85 MHz to monitor developments and to undertake
may be authorized only for use by base, mo- further action concerning interference be-
bile, and operational fixed stations partici- tween Upper Microwave Flexible Use Service
pating in an interconnected or coordinated and Fixed-Satellite Service, including aggre-
power service utility system. gate interference to satellite receivers, if ap-
NG60 In the band 31–31.3 GHz, for stations propriate.
in the fixed service authorized after August NG66 The band 470–512 MHz (TV channels
6, 2018, the unwanted emissions power in any 14–20) is allocated to the broadcasting service
100 MHz of the 31.3–31.5 GHz Earth explo- on an exclusive basis throughout the United
ration-satellite service (passive) band shall
States and its insular areas, except as de-
be limited to ¥38 dBW (¥38 dBW/100 MHz), as
scribed below:
measured at the input to the antenna.
NG62 In the bands 28.5–29.1 GHz and 29.25– (a) In the urbanized areas listed in the
29.5 GHz, stations in the fixed-satellite serv- table below, the indicated frequency bands
ice shall not cause harmful interference to, are allocated to the land mobile service on
or claim protection from, stations in the an exclusive basis for assignment to eligibles
fixed service operating under the following in the Public Mobile Services, the Public
call signs: KEB35, KGB72, KGC79, KIL20, Safety Radio Pool, and the Industrial/Busi-
KME49, KQG58, KQH74, KSA96, KSE73, ness Radio Pool, except that:
KVH83, KYJ33, KZS88, WAX78, WLT380, (1) Licensees in the land mobile service
WMK817, WML443, WMP367, and WSL69. that are regulated as Commercial Mobile
NG63 In the band 37.5–40 GHz, earth sta- Radio Service (CMRS) providers may also
tion operations in the fixed-satellite service use their assigned spectrum to provide fixed
(space-to-Earth) shall not claim protection service on a primary basis.
from stations in the fixed and mobile serv- (2) The use of the band 482–488 MHz (TV
ices, except where individually licensed channel 16) is limited to eligibles in the Pub-
earth stations are authorized pursuant to 47 lic Safety Radio Pool in or near (i) the Los
CFR 25.136. Angeles urbanized area; and (ii) New York
NG65 In the bands 24.75–25.25 GHz, 47.2–48.2 City; Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester Coun-
GHz, and 50.4–51.4 GHz, stations in the fixed ties in New York State; and Bergen County,
and mobile services may not claim protec- NJ.
Bands
Urbanized area TV channels
(MHz)
Boston, MA ................................................ 470–476, 482–488 14, 16

Chicago, IL-Northwestern IN ...................... 470–476, 476–482 14, 15
Cleveland, OH ............................................ 470–476, 476–482 14, 15
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX ................................ 482–488 16
Detroit, MI ................................................... 476–482, 482–488 15, 16
Houston, TX ............................................... 488–494 17
Los Angeles, CA ........................................ 470–476, 482–488, 506–512 14, 16, 20
Miami, FL ................................................... 470–476 14
New York, NY-Northeastern NJ ................. 470–476, 476–482, 482–488 14, 15, 16
Philadelphia, PA-NJ ................................... 500–506, 506–512 19, 20
Pittsburgh, PA ............................................ 470–476, 494–500 14, 18
San Francisco-Oakland, CA ...................... 482–488, 488–494 16, 17
Washington, DC-MD-VA ............................ 488–494, 494–500 17, 18
(b) In the Gulf of Mexico offshore from the (d) The use of these allocations is further
Louisiana-Texas coast, the band 476–494 MHz subject to the conditions set forth in 47 CFR
(TV channels 15–17) is allocated to the fixed parts 22 and 90.
and mobile services on a primary basis for NG70 In Puerto Rico and the Virgin Is-
assignment to eligibles in the Public Mobile lands only, the bands 159.240–159.435 and
and Private Land Mobile Radio Services. 160.410–160.620 MHz are also available for as-
(c) In Hawaii, the band 488–494 MHz (TV signment to base stations and mobile sta-
channel 17) is allocated exclusively to the tions in the special industrial radio service.
fixed service for use by common carrier con- NG92 The band 1900–2000 kHz is also allo-
trol and repeater stations for point-to-point cated on a primary basis to the maritime
inter-island communications only. mobile service in Regions 2 and 3 and to the
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radiolocation service in Region 2, and on a NG143 In the band 11.7–12.2 GHz, protec-
secondary basis to the radiolocation service tion from harmful interference shall be af-
in Region 3. The use of these allocations is forded to transmissions from space stations
restricted to radio buoy operations on the not in conformance with ITU Radio Regula-
open sea and the Great Lakes. Stations in tion No. 5.488 only if the operations of such
the amateur, maritime mobile, and radio- space stations impose no unacceptable con-
location services in Region 2 shall be pro- straints on operations or orbit locations of
tected from harmful interference only to the space stations in conformance with No. 5.488.
extent that the offending station does not NG147 In the band 2483.5–2500 MHz, non-
operate in compliance with the technical Federal stations in the fixed and mobile
rules applicable to the service in which it op- services that are licensed under 47 CFR parts
erates. 74, 90, or 101, which were licensed as of July
NG111 The band 157.4375–157.4625 MHz may 25, 1985, and those whose initial applications
be used for one way paging operations in the were filed on or before July 25, 1985, may
special emergency radio service. continue to operate on a primary basis with
NG112 The frequencies 25.04, 25.08, 150.980, the mobile-satellite and radiodetermination-
154.585, 158.445, 159.480, 454.000 and 459.000 MHz satellite services, and in the sub-band 2495–
may be authorized to stations in the Indus- 2500 MHz, these grandfathered stations may
trial/Business Pool for use primarily in oil also continue to operate on a primary basis
spill containment and cleanup operations with stations in the fixed and mobile except
and secondarily in regular land mobile com- aeronautical mobile services that are li-
munication. censed under 47 CFR part 27.
NG148 The frequencies 154.585 MHz, 159.480
NG115 In the bands 54–72 MHz, 76–88 MHz,
MHz, 160.725 MHz, 160.785 MHz, 454.000 MHz
174–216 MHz, 470–608 MHz, and 614–698 MHz,
and 459.000 MHz may be authorized to mari-
wireless microphones and wireless assist
time mobile stations for offshore radio-
video devices may be authorized on a non-in-
location and associated telecommand oper-
terference basis, subject to the terms and
ations.
conditions set forth in 47 CFR part 74, sub- NG149 The bands 54–72, 76–88, 174–216, 470–
part H. 608, and 614–698 MHz are also allocated to the
NG118 In the bands 2025–2110 MHz, 6875– fixed service to permit subscription tele-
7125 MHz, and 12.7–13.25 GHz, television vision operations in accordance with 47 CFR
translator relay stations may be authorized part 73. Use of the band 614–698 MHz is sub-
to use frequencies on a secondary basis to ject to the provisions specified in NG33.
other stations in the Television Broadcast NG152 The use of the band 219–220 MHz by
Auxiliary Service that are operating in ac- the amateur service is limited to stations
cordance with the Table of Frequency Allo- participating, as forwarding stations, in
cations. point-to-point fixed digital message for-
NG124 In the bands 30.85–34, 37–38, 39–40, warding systems, including intercity packet
42–47.41, 150.995–156.25, 158.715–159.465, 453.0125– backbone networks.
453.9875, 458.0125–458.9875, 460.0125–465.6375, NG155 The bands 159.500–159.675 MHz and
and 467.9375–467.9875 MHz, police licensees are 161.375–161.550 MHz are allocated to the mari-
authorized to operate low-power transmit- time service as described in 47 CFR part 80.
ters on a secondary basis in accordance with Additionally, the frequencies 159.550, 159.575
the provisions of 47 CFR 2.803 and 90.20(e)(5). and 159.600 MHz are available for low-power
NG141 In Alaska, the frequencies 42.4 MHz intership communications.
and 44.1 MHz are authorized on a primary NG159 In the band 698–806 MHz, stations
basis for meteor burst communications by authorized under 47 CFR part 74, subparts F
fixed stations in the Rural Radio Service op- and G may continue to operate indefinitely
erating under the provisions of 47 CFR part on a secondary basis to all other stations op-
22. In Alaska, the frequencies 44.2 MHz and erating in that band.
45.9 MHz are authorized on a primary basis NG160 In the band 5895–5925 MHz, the use
for meteor burst communications by fixed of the non-federal mobile service is limited
private radio stations operating under the to operations in the Intelligent Transpor-
provisions of 47 CFR part 90. The private tation Systems radio service.
radio station frequencies may be used by NG163 The use of the band 17.3–17.7 GHz
Common Carrier stations on a secondary, by the broadcasting-satellite service is lim-
noninterference basis and the Common Car- ited to geostationary satellites.
rier frequencies may be used by private radio NG164 The use of the band 18.6–18.8 GHz
stations for meteor burst communications by the fixed-satellite service is limited to
on a secondary, noninterference basis. Users geostationary-satellite networks.
shall cooperate to the extent practical to NG165 In the bands 18.8–19.3 GHz and 28.6–
minimize potential interference. Stations 29.1 GHz, geostationary-satellite networks in
utilizing meteor burst communications shall the fixed-satellite service shall not cause
not cause harmful interference to stations of harmful interference to, or claim protection
other radio services operating in accordance from, non-geostationary-satellite systems in
with the Table of Frequency Allocations. the fixed-satellite service.
713
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
NG166 The use of the bands 19.4–19.6 GHz States may continue to operate on a primary
and 29.1–29.25 GHz by the fixed-satellite serv- basis, but no applications for new space sta-
ice is limited to feeder links for non-geo- tion authorizations or new petitions for mar-
stationary-satellite systems in the mobile- ket access shall be accepted for filing after
satellite service. June 21, 2018, other than applications by ex-
NG169 After December 1, 2000, operations isting operators in the band seeking to make
on a primary basis by the fixed-satellite more efficient use of the band 4000–4200 MHz.
service (space-to-Earth) in the band 3650–3700 Applications for extension, cancellation, re-
MHz shall be limited to grandfathered earth placement, or modification of existing space
stations. All other fixed-satellite service station authorizations in the band will con-
earth station operations in the band 3650–3700 tinue to be accepted and processed normally.
MHz shall be on a secondary basis. Grand- (b) In areas outside the contiguous United
fathered earth stations are those authorized States, the band 3700–4000 MHz is also allo-
prior to December 1, 2000, or granted as a re- cated to the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
sult of an application filed prior to December Earth) on a primary basis.
1, 2000, and constructed within 12 months of (c) In the contiguous United States, i.e.,
initial authorization. License applications the contiguous 48 states and the District of
for primary operations for new earth sta- Columbia as defined by Partial Economic
tions, major amendments to pending earth Areas Nos. 1–41, 43–211, 213–263, 265–297, 299–
station applications, or applications for 359, and 361–411, which includes areas within
major modifications to earth station facili- 12 nautical miles of the U.S. Gulf coastline
ties filed on or after December 18, 1998, and (see § 27.6(m) of this chapter), the following
prior to December 1, 2000, shall not be ac- provisions apply:
cepted unless the proposed facilities are (1) Incumbent use of the fixed-satellite
within 16.1 kilometers (10 miles) of an au- service (space-to-Earth) in the band 3700–4000
thorized primary earth station operating in
MHz is subject to the provisions of §§ 25.138,
the band 3650–3700 MHz. License applications
25.147, 25.203(n) and part 27, subpart O, of this
for primary operations by new earth sta-
chapter;
tions, major amendments to pending earth
(2) Fixed service licensees authorized as of
station applications, and applications for
April 19, 2018, pursuant to part 101 of this
major modifications to earth station facili-
chapter, must self-relocate their point-to-
ties, filed after December 1, 2000, shall not be
accepted, except for changes in polarization, point links out of the band 3700–4200 MHz by
antenna orientation or ownership of a grand- December 5, 2023;
fathered earth station. (3) In the band 3980–4000 MHz, no new fixed
NG171 In the band 6875–7125 MHz, the fol- or mobile operations will be permitted until
lowing two channels should be used for air- specified by Commission rule, order, or no-
borne TV pickup stations, wherever possible: tice.
7075–7100 MHz and 7100–7125 MHz. NG185 In the band 3650–3700 MHz, the use
NG172 In the band 7025–7075 MHz, the of the non-Federal fixed-satellite service
fixed-satellite service (space-to-Earth) is al- (space-to-Earth) is limited to international
located on a primary basis, but the use of inter-continental systems.
this allocation shall be limited to two grand- NG338A In the bands 1390–1395 MHz and
fathered satellite systems. Associated earth 1427–1435 MHz, licensees are encouraged to
stations located within 300 meters of the fol- take all reasonable steps to ensure that un-
lowing locations shall be grandfathered: (a) wanted emissions power does not exceed the
In the band 7025–7075 MHz, Brewster, WA following levels in the band 1400–1427 MHz:
(48°08′46.7″ N., 119°42′8.0″ W.); and (b) In the (a) For stations of point-to-point systems
sub-band 7025–7055 MHz, Clifton, TX in the fixed service: ¥45 dBW/27 MHz.
(31°47′58.5″ N., 97°36′46.7″ W.) and Finca (b) For stations in the mobile service (ex-
Pascual, PR (17°58′41.8″ N., 67°8′12.6″ W.). cept for devices authorized by the FCC for
NG173 In the band 216–220 MHz, secondary the Wireless Medical Telemetry Service):
telemetry operations are permitted subject ¥60 dBW/27 MHz.
to the requirements of 47 CFR 90.259. After NG457A Earth stations on vessels (ESVs),
January 1, 2002, no new assignments shall be as regulated under 47 CFR part 25, are an ap-
authorized in the sub-band 216–217 MHz. plication of the fixed-satellite service and
NG175 In the band 38.6–40 GHz, television the following provisions shall apply:
pickup stations that were authorized on or (a) In the band 3700–4200 MHz, ESVs may be
before April 16, 2003, may continue to operate authorized to receive FSS signals from geo-
on a secondary basis to stations operating in stationary satellites. ESVs in motion are
accordance with the Table of Frequency Al- subject to the condition that these earth sta-
locations. tions may not claim protection from trans-
NG182 In the band 3700–4200 MHz, the fol- missions of non-Federal stations in the fixed
lowing provisions shall apply: and mobile except aeronautical mobile serv-
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (c)(1) ices. While docked, ESVs receiving in the
of this footnote, any currently authorized band 4000–4200 MHz may be coordinated for
space stations serving the contiguous United up to 180 days, renewable. NG182 applies to
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incumbent licensees that provide service to FEDERAL GOVERNMENT (G) FOOTNOTES
ESVs in the band 3700–4000 MHz. (These footnotes, each consisting of the let-
(b) In the band 5925–6425 MHz, ESVs may be ter ‘‘G’’ followed by one or more digits, de-
authorized to transmit to geostationary sat- note stipulations applicable only to Federal
ellites on a primary basis. operations and thus appear solely in the Fed-
NG527A Earth Stations in Motion eral Table.)
(ESIMs), as regulated under 47 CFR part 25, G2 In the bands 216.965–216.995 MHz, 420–
are an application of the fixed-satellite serv- 450 MHz (except as provided for in G129), 890–
ice (FSS) and the following provisions shall 902 MHz, 928–942 MHz, 1300–1390 MHz, 2310–2390
apply: MHz, 2417–2450 MHz, 2700–2900 MHz, 3300–3500
(a) In the bands 10.7–11.7 GHz, 19.3–19.4 GHz, MHz (except as provided for in US108), 5650–
and 19.6–19.7 GHz (space-to-Earth), ESIMs 5925 MHz, and 9000–9200 MHz, use of the Fed-
may be authorized for the reception of FSS eral radiolocation service is restricted to the
emissions from geostationary and non-geo- military services.
stationary satellites, subject to the condi- G5 In the bands 162.0125–173.2, 173.4–174,
tions that these earth stations may not 406.1–410 and 410–420 MHz, use by the military
claim protection from transmissions of non- services is limited by the provisions specified
Federal stations in the fixed service and that in the channeling plans shown in Sections
non-geostationary-satellite systems not 4.3.7 and 4.3.9 of the NTIA Manual.
G6 Military tactical fixed and mobile op-
cause unacceptable interference to, or claim
erations may be conducted nationally on a
protection from, geostationary-satellite net-
secondary basis: (a) To the meteorological
works.
aids service in the band 403–406 MHz; and (b)
(b) In the bands 11.7–12.2 GHz (space-to- To the radio astronomy service in the band
Earth), 14.0–14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space), 18.3– 406.1–410 MHz. Such fixed and mobile oper-
18.8 GHz (space-to-Earth), 19.7–20.2 GHz ations are subject to local coordination to
(space-to-Earth), 28.35–28.6 GHz (Earth-to- ensure that harmful interference will not be
space), and 29.25–30.0 GHz (Earth-to-space), caused to the services to which the bands are
ESIMs may be authorized to communicate allocated.
with geostationary satellites on a primary G8 Low power Federal radio control oper-
basis. ations are permitted in the band 420–450
(c) In the bands 11.7–12.2 GHz (space-to- MHz.
Earth), 14.0–14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space), 18.3– G11 Federal fixed and mobile radio serv-
18.6 GHz (space-to-Earth), 19.7–20.2 GHz ices, including low power radio control oper-
(space-to-Earth), 28.4–28.6 GHz (Earth-to- ations, are permitted in the band 902–928
space), and 29.5–30.0 GHz (Earth-to-space), MHz on a secondary basis.
ESIMs may be authorized to communicate G15 Use of the band 2700–2900 MHz by the
with non-geostationary satellites, subject to military fixed and shipborne air defense
the condition that non-geostationary-sat- radiolocation installations will be fully co-
ellite systems may not cause unacceptable ordinated with the meteorological aids and
interference to, or claim protection from, aeronautical radionavigation services. The
geostationary-satellite networks. military air defense installations will be
(d) In the band 17.8–18.3 GHz (space-to- moved from the band 2700–2900 MHz at the
Earth), ESIMs may be authorized for the re- earliest practicable date. Until such time as
ception of FSS emissions from geostationary military air defense installations can be ac-
and non-geostationary satellites on a sec- commodated satisfactorily elsewhere in the
ondary basis, subject to the condition that spectrum, such operations will, insofar as
non-geostationary-satellite systems not practicable, be adjusted to meet the require-
cause unacceptable interference to, or claim ments of the aeronautical radionavigation
service.
protection from, geostationary-satellite net-
G19 Use of the band 9000–9200 MHz by mili-
works.
tary fixed and shipborne air defense radio-
(e) In the bands 18.8–19.3 GHz and 28.6–29.1 location installations will be fully coordi-
GHz, ESIMs may be authorized to commu- nated with the aeronautical radionavigation
nicate with geostationary and non-geo- service, recognizing fully the safety aspects
stationary satellites, subject to the condi- of the latter. Military air defense installa-
tion that geostationary-satellite networks tions will be accommodated ultimately out-
may not cause unacceptable interference to, side this band. Until such time as military
or claim protection from, non-geostationary defense installations can be accommodated
satellite systems in the fixed-satellite serv- satisfactorily elsewhere in the spectrum
ice. such operations will, insofar as practicable,
NG535A The use of the band 29.25–29.5 GHz be adjusted to meet the requirements of the
by the fixed-satellite service is limited to aeronautical radionavigation services.
geostationary-satellite networks and to feed- G27 In the bands 225–328.6 MHz, 335.4–399.9
er links for non-geostationary-satellite sys- MHz, and 1350–1390 MHz, the fixed and mobile
tems in the mobile-satellite service. services are limited to the military systems.
715
§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch. I (10–1–22 Edition)
G30 In the bands 138–144 MHz, 148–149.9 commodation in the band 2700–2900 MHz is
MHz, and 150.05–150.8 MHz, the fixed and mo- not technically and/or economically feasible.
bile services are limited primarily to oper- G114 The band 1369.05–1390 MHz is also allo-
ations by the military services. cated to the fixed-satellite service (space-to-
G32 Except for weather radars on mete- Earth) and to the mobile-satellite service
orological satellites in the band 9975–10025 (space-to-Earth) on a primary basis for the
MHz and for Federal survey operations (see relay of nuclear burst data.
footnote US108), Federal radiolocation in the G115 In the band 13360–13410 kHz, the fixed
band 10–10.5 GHz is limited to the military service is allocated on a primary basis out-
services. side the conterminous United States. Within
G34 In the band 34.4–34.5 GHz, weather ra- the conterminous United States, assign-
dars on board meteorological satellites for ments in the fixed service are permitted, and
cloud detection are authorized to operate on will be protected for national defense pur-
the basis of equality with military radio- poses or, if they are to be used only in an
location devices. All other non-military emergency jeopardizing life, public safety, or
radiolocation in the band 33.4–36.0 GHz shall important property under conditions calling
be secondary to the military services. for immediate communication where other
G42 The space operation service (Earth- means of communication do not exist.
to-space) is limited to the band 1761–1842 G116 The band 7125–7155 MHz is also allo-
MHz, and is limited to space command, con- cated for earth-to-space transmissions in the
trol, range and range rate systems. Space Operations Service at a limited num-
G56 Federal radiolocation in the bands ber of sites (not to exceed two), subject to es-
1215–1300, 2900–3100, 5350–5650 and 9300–9500 tablished coordination procedures.
MHz is primarily for the military services; G117 In the bands 7.25–7.75 GHz, 7.9–8.4
however, limited secondary use is permitted GHz, 17.375–17.475 GHz, 17.6–21.2 GHz, 30–31
by other Federal agencies in support of ex- GHz, 33–36 GHz, 39.5–41 GHz, 43.5–45.5 GHz,
perimentation and research programs. In ad- and 50.4–51.4 GHz, the Federal fixed-satellite
dition, limited secondary use is permitted and mobile-satellite services are limited to
for survey operations in the band 2900–3100 military systems.
MHz. G120 Development of airborne primary ra-
G59 In the bands 902–928 MHz, 3100–3300 dars in the band 2360–2390 MHz with peak
MHz, 3500–3650 MHz, 5250–5350 MHz, 8500–9000 transmitter power in excess of 250 watts for
MHz, 9200–9300 MHz, 13.4–14.0 GHz, 15.7–17.7 use in the United States is not permitted.
GHz and 24.05–24.25 GHz, all Federal non- G122 In the bands 2300–2310 MHz, 2395–2400
military radiolocation shall be secondary to MHz, 2400–2417 MHz, and 4940–4990 MHz, Fed-
military radiolocation, except in the sub- eral operations may be authorized on a non-
band 15.7–16.2 GHz airport surface detection interference basis to authorized non-Federal
equipment (ASDE) is permitted on a co- operations, and shall not constrain the im-
equal basis subject to coordination with the plementation of any non-Federal operations.
military departments. G127 Federal Travelers Information Sta-
G100 The bands 235–322 MHz and 335.4–399.9 tions (TIS) on 1610 kHz have coprimary sta-
MHz are also allocated on a primary basis to tus with AM Broadcast assignments. Federal
the mobile-satellite service, limited to mili- TIS authorized as of August 4, 1994, preclude
tary operations. subsequent assignment for conflicting allot-
G104 In the bands 7450–7550 and 8175–8215 ments.
MHz, it is agreed that although the military G128 Use of the band 56.9–57 GHz by inter-
space radio communication systems, which satellite systems is limited to transmissions
include earth stations near the proposed me- between satellites in geostationary orbit, to
teorological-satellite installations will pre- transmissions between satellites in geo-
cede the meteorological-satellite installa- stationary satellite orbit and those in high-
tions, engineering adjustments to either the Earth orbit, to transmissions from satellites
military or the meteorological-satellite sys- in geostationary satellite orbit to those in
tems or both will be made as mutually re- low-Earth orbit, and to transmissions from
quired to assure compatible operations of the non-geostationary satellites in high-Earth
systems concerned. orbit to those in low-Earth orbit. For links
G109 All assignments in the band 157.0375– between satellites in the geostationary sat-
157.1875 MHz are subject to adjustment to ellite orbit, the single entry power flux-den-
other frequencies in this band as long term sity at all altitudes from 0 km to 1000 km
U.S. maritime VHF planning develops, par- above the Earth’s surface, for all conditions
ticularly that planning incident to support and for all methods of modulation, shall not
of the National VHF-FM Radiotelephone exceed ¥147 dB (W/m2/100 MHz) for all angles
Safety and Distress System (See Doc. 15624/1– of arrival.
1.9.111/1.9.125). G129 Federal wind profilers are authorized
G110 Federal ground-based stations in the to operate on a primary basis in the radio-
aeronautical radionavigation service may be location service in the frequency band 448–
authorized between 3500–3650 MHz when ac- 450 MHz with an authorized bandwidth of no
716
more than 2 MHz centered on 449 MHz, sub- international recognition of their use
ject to the following conditions: (1) wind pro- of specific radio astronomy frequencies
filer locations must be pre-coordinated with
the military services to protect fixed mili-
for reception, should file the following
tary radars; and (2) wind profiler operations information with the Commission for
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor inclusion in the Master International
claim protection from, military mobile Frequency Register:
radiolocation stations that are engaged in (1) The characteristics of radio as-
critical national defense operations.
G130 Federal stations in the radiolocation
tronomy stations specified in Annex 2
service operating in the band 5350–5470 MHz, of Appendix 4 to the Radio Regula-
shall not cause harmful interference to, nor tions.
claim protection from, Federal stations in (2) The name, mailing address, and
the aeronautical radionavigation service op- email of the operator.
erating in accordance with ITU Radio Regu-
(b) The permanent discontinuance of
lation No. 5.449.
G131 Federal stations in the radiolocation observations, or any change to the in-
service operating in the band 5470–5650 MHz, formation above, should also be filed
with the exception of ground-based radars with the Commission.
used for meteorological purposes operating (c) Observations being conducted on
in the band 5600–5650 MHz, shall not cause
frequencies or frequency bands not al-
harmful interference to, nor claim protec-
tion from, Federal stations in the maritime located to the radio astronomy service
radionavigation service. should be reported as in paragraph (a)
G132 Use of the radionavigation-satellite of this section for information pur-
service in the band 1215–1240 MHz shall be poses. Information in this category will
subject to the condition that no harmful in- not be submitted for entry in the Mas-
terference is caused to, and no protection is
claimed from, the radionavigation service
ter International Frequency Register
authorized under ITU Radio Regulation No. and protection from interference will
5.331. Furthermore, the use of the radio- not be afforded such operations by sta-
navigation-satellite service in the band 1215– tions in other services.
1240 MHz shall be subject to the condition
that no harmful interference is caused to the [49 FR 2373, Jan. 19, 1984, as amended at 85
radiolocation service. ITU Radio Regulation FR 38739, June 26, 2020]
No. 5.43 shall not apply in respect of the
radiolocation service. ITU Resolution 608 § 2.108 Policy regarding the use of the
(Rev.WRC–15) shall apply. fixed-satellite allocations in the 3.6–
G134 In the band 7190–7235 MHz, Federal 3.7, 4.5–4.8, and 5.85–5.925 GHz
earth stations operating in the meteorolog- bands.
ical-satellite service (Earth-to-space) may be
authorized subject to the following condi- The use of the fixed-satellite alloca-
tions: tions in the United States in the above
(a) Earth stations are limited to those bands will be governed by footnote
communicating with the Department of US245. Use of the fixed-satellite service
Commerce Geostationary Operational Envi- allocations in these bands is for the
ronmental Satellites (GOES).
(b) There shall not be more than five earth international fixed-satellite service,
stations authorized at one time. that is, for international inter-conti-
(c) The GOES satellite receiver shall not nental communications. Case-by-case
claim protection from existing and future electromagnetic compatibility analysis
stations in the fixed service (ITU Radio Reg- is required with all users of the bands.
ulation No. 5.43A does not apply).
It is anticipated that one earth station
[49 FR 2373, Jan. 19, 1984] on each coast can be successfully co-
EDITORIAL NOTE: For FEDERAL REGISTER ordinated. Specific locations of these
citations affecting § 2.106, see the List of CFR earth stations depend upon service re-
Sections Affected, which appears in the quirements and case-by-case EMC anal-
Finding Aids section of the printed volume
yses that demonstrate compatible op-
and at www.govinfo.gov.
erations.
§ 2.107 Radio astronomy station notifi-
cation.
(a) Pursuant to No. 11.12 of Article 11
to the Radio Regulations, operators of

radio astronomy stations desiring
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§ 2.106 47 CFR Ch.

§ 2.106 Table of Frequency Allocations.

EDITORIAL NOTE: The text of § 2.106 begins

5.53 Administrations authorizing the use

tion. band 1810–1830 kHz is also allocated to the

(R), services on a primary basis. (WRC–15) and time signals.

under No. 9.21. and 459–460 MHz by the mobile-satellite serv-

primary basis, subject to agreement obtained (WRC–07)

services on a secondary basis. straints on the use of the adjacent bands by

fixed service on a secondary basis. (WRC–12) space) and by the radiodetermination-sat-

allocated to the radiodetermination-satellite (Islamic Republic of), Japan and Uzbekistan.

2 (except in Mexico), in Australia, Guam, cause harmful interference to or constrain

services. (WRC–07) determination-satellite services is subject to

the complete coordination or notification in- (WRC–15)

cause harmful interference to, and shall not MHz.

ploration-satellite service (active) may re- 5.478 Additional allocation: in Azerbaijan,

sions of § 1 of Annex 4 of Appendix 30A. 29.25–29.46 GHz (Earth-to-space) in Region 2,

(WRC–12) ated taking into account the most recent

shall not cause harmful interference to sta- 2018.

PREFERRED CARRIER FREQUENCIES (KHZ)

Disaster communications Long distance communications

FX, FB, ML FX FX, FB, ML FX (including itinerant)

2326 ... I 5135 ... A 2289 5046.6 ... E 7480.1

2422 7477 ... A 3170 5067.6 7552.1

2439 7480 ... A 4538.6 ... N 5074.6 ... E 7555.1 ... W

2487 4634.5 6800.1 ... N

2511 4637.5 6803.1

2801 6861.1 ... W

PREFERRED CARRIER FREQUENCIES (KHZ)—Continued

2812 6888.1 ... N

State Site North West Radius

AK ......... Fort Greely ................................................................... 63°47′ 145°52′ 80

ME ......... Naval Space Operations Center .................................. 44°24′ 068°01′ 80

State Site North West Radius

NC ......... MCAS Cherry Point ..................................................... 34°54′ 076°53′ 100

AK ................ Barrow ............................................................. 71°19′22″ 156°36′41″ 35

GU ............... Andersen AFB ................................................. 13°34′52″ 144°55′28″ 42

(2) Protection zones for Federal earth sta-

CA ................ Sacramento ..................................................... 38°35′50″ 121°32′34″ 55

ID ................. Boise ............................................................... 43°35′42″ 116°13′49″ 39

MO ............... St. Louis .......................................................... 38°35′26″ 090°12′25″ 34

PR ................ Guaynabo ........................................................ 18°25′26″ 066°06′50″ 48

State Training area Latitude Longitude

AZ ................ Yuma Proving Ground ................................................................. 33°12′14″ 114°13′47″

State Site Latitude Longitude

AK ................ Fairbanks ..................................................................................... 64°58′20″ 147°30′59″

CA ................ Laguna Peak ............................................................................... 34°06′31″ 119°03′53″

State Site Latitude Longitude

CA ................ Vandenberg AFB ......................................................................... 34°49′23″ 120°30′07″

GU ............... Andersen AFB ............................................................................. 13°36′54″ 144°51′22″

part 95. tinue to operate on a primary basis. Applica-

Location Test sites Lat. (N) Long. (W)

US112 The frequency 123.1 MHz is for BANDS TO BE OBSERVED

Arecibo Observatory, PR ................................................................ 18°20′37″ 66°45′11″ 497

Brewster, WA .................................................................... 48°07′52″ 119°41′00″ 250

Kitt Peak, AZ ..................................................................... 31°57′23″ 111°36′45″ 1,902

5.90–5.95 ........... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ MMS .................. 5.90–6.20

13.80–13.87 ....... * FS and MS except AM(R)S ................................................................ MMS.

NIB OPERATIONS IN EIGHT HFBC BANDS (MHZ)—Continued

18.90–19.02 ....... * 19 MHz: FS ......................................................................................... MMS .................. 18.90–19.02

State VLBA station Lat. (N) Long. (W)

(b) Within 150 km of the following observ-

State Telescope and site Lat. (N) Long. (W)