Updated: Dec 9, 2025 | Source: 2023-2027 Question Pool | Topic: G1E
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Which of the following would disqualify a third party from participating in sending a message via an amateur station?

Deep Dive: G1E01

The correct answer is A: The third party's amateur license has been revoked and not reinstated. A factor that would disqualify a third party from participating in sending a message via an amateur station is if the third party's amateur license has been revoked and not reinstated. People with revoked licenses cannot participate in third-party communications. For amateur radio operators, this helps ensure only eligible people participate in amateur communications. Understanding this helps when handling third-party traffic.

Why Other Answers Are Wrong

Option B: Incorrect. Non-US citizens can participate in third-party communications - citizenship isn't a restriction. Third-party rules apply regardless of citizenship. Option C: Incorrect. Speaking in languages other than English is permitted - there's no language restriction for third-party communications. Option D: Incorrect. Since B and C are not restrictions, 'all of the above' cannot be correct. Only revoked licenses disqualify third parties.

Exam Tip

Third-party disqualification = revoked license. Think 'T'hird 'P'arty 'D'isqualification = 'R'evoked 'L'icense. Third parties with revoked amateur licenses cannot participate. Not about citizenship or language - only revoked licenses are disqualifying.

Memory Aid

Third-party disqualification = revoked license. Think 'T'hird 'P'arty 'D'isqualification = 'R'evoked 'L'icense. Third parties with revoked amateur licenses cannot participate. Citizenship and language don't matter.

Real-World Example

Someone wants to send a message via your station, but their amateur license was revoked by the FCC and hasn't been reinstated. They cannot participate in third-party communications because revoked licensees are disqualified. However, a non-US citizen or someone speaking another language can participate - only revoked licenses are disqualifying.

Source & Coverage

Question Pool: 2023-2027 Question Pool

Subelement: G1E

Reference: 2023-2027 Question Pool · G1 - Commission's Rules

Key Concepts

Third-party communications Revoked license Third-party restrictions FCC rules

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Question from the official FCC General Class pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators and mapped to the G1E topic.