RadioQTH Application Status Definitions

Word

Definition

Granted

The application was granted by the FCC.

Denied

The application was denied by the FCC.

Withdrawn

The applicant has withdrawn his application for this call sign.

Active

The requested call sign is currently an active call sign and the application will be denied by the FCC.

In Wait

The requested call sign is currently in the required two-year wait or the application was filed while the call sign was in the two-year wait and unless the applicant is a former holder the call sign will be denied by the FCC.

Invalid

The requested call sign does not adhere to the rules for currently available US call signs from which to choose, as explained on the FCC's "Call Sign Availability" web page, which you can view by clicking here. The request for this call sign will be denied by the FCC. You can get a list of requested invalid call signs and the rule the request is in violation of by clicking here.

Letter

Definition

Application is in the Pending Level 2 phase of the application process, which simply means it is waiting for the required 18 to 20 day wait to be completed before final processing can occur. Please check the estimated process date column for when this should happen.

Applicant applied as a former primary station holder, close relative of former holder, former club station holder or club station with consent of close relative of former holder of the call.

Applicant has paid the required fee.

Technician Exam
Question: T0C08

Question: What action might amateur operators take to prevent exposure to RF radiation in excess of FCC supplied limits?

A. Alter antenna patterns

B. Relocate antennas

C. Change station parameters such as frequency or power

D. All of these answers are correct

Correct Answer: D

For more questions that might appear on an Amateur Radio License Test, click on the "practice exams" link on the left panel.