What types of international communications are an FCC-licensed amateur radio station permitted to make?
The correct answer is A: Communications incidental to the purposes of the Amateur Radio Service and remarks of a personal character. According to FCC Part 97.117, amateur stations may make international communications that are incidental to amateur radio purposes (like technical discussions, contest exchanges, emergency communications) and may include personal remarks, but cannot be used for business purposes.
The key distinction is that communications must be 'incidental to the purposes of the Amateur Radio Service' - meaning they should relate to amateur radio activities, technical discussions, or general conversation that's appropriate for the amateur service. Personal remarks are allowed, but the primary purpose should be amateur radio-related. Business communications, commercial activities, or communications primarily for personal business are prohibited, even in international contacts.
Exam Tip
International communications = Amateur purposes + personal remarks. Remember: Communications must be incidental to amateur radio purposes. Business is always prohibited, but personal remarks are okay.
Memory Aid
"**I**nternational = **I**ncidental + **I**nteresting personal (think 'I = I + I')"
Real-World Application
You make a contact with a station in Japan on 20 meters. You discuss antenna designs (amateur radio purpose), exchange signal reports, talk about propagation conditions, and mention that you're planning a vacation to Japan next year (personal remark). This is all permitted because the communication is incidental to amateur radio purposes and includes appropriate personal remarks. However, you cannot discuss business deals or commercial transactions.
FCC Part 97.117Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: Incorrect. Business communications are prohibited on amateur radio, even internationally. The service cannot be used for conducting business.
Option C: Incorrect. International communications are not limited to contest exchanges. Amateurs can have various types of international communications incidental to amateur radio purposes.
Option D: Incorrect. Amateur radio has different rules than international broadcast stations. Amateur communications must be incidental to amateur radio purposes, not general broadcasting.
题目解析
The correct answer is A: Communications incidental to the purposes of the Amateur Radio Service and remarks of a personal character. According to FCC Part 97.117, amateur stations may make international communications that are incidental to amateur radio purposes (like technical discussions, contest exchanges, emergency communications) and may include personal remarks, but cannot be used for business purposes. The key distinction is that communications must be 'incidental to the purposes of the Amateur Radio Service' - meaning they should relate to amateur radio activities, technical discussions, or general conversation that's appropriate for the amateur service. Personal remarks are allowed, but the primary purpose should be amateur radio-related. Business communications, commercial activities, or communications primarily for personal business are prohibited, even in international contacts.
考试技巧
International communications = Amateur purposes + personal remarks. Remember: Communications must be incidental to amateur radio purposes. Business is always prohibited, but personal remarks are okay.
记忆口诀
**I**nternational = **I**ncidental + **I**nteresting personal (think 'I = I + I')
实际应用示例
You make a contact with a station in Japan on 20 meters. You discuss antenna designs (amateur radio purpose), exchange signal reports, talk about propagation conditions, and mention that you're planning a vacation to Japan next year (personal remark). This is all permitted because the communication is incidental to amateur radio purposes and includes appropriate personal remarks. However, you cannot discuss business deals or commercial transactions.
错误选项分析
Option B: Incorrect. Business communications are prohibited on amateur radio, even internationally. The service cannot be used for conducting business. Option C: Incorrect. International communications are not limited to contest exchanges. Amateurs can have various types of international communications incidental to amateur radio purposes. Option D: Incorrect. Amateur radio has different rules than international broadcast stations. Amateur communications must be incidental to amateur radio purposes, not general broadcasting.
知识点
FCC Part 97.117, International communications, Amateur radio purposes, Personal communications
Verified Content
Question from official FCC Technician Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.