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< Back Federal Communications Commission Licenses Next > Get In Touch Commercial Radio Operator License Program FCC rules require that licensees of ship and aircraft stations permit only persons holding the appropriate FCC-issued commercial operator license to perform specified transmitter operation, maintenance and repair duties. Who Needs A Commercial Operator License? You need a commercial operator license to operate, and/or to repair and maintain, specified ship, and aircraft radio communication stations. The licensing requirements for operating such radio stations and the licensing requirements for repairing and maintaining such radio stations are discussed separately below. CAUTION: These listings only describe when a commercial operator license is necessary. A commercial operator license does not constitute or imply FCC authorization to transmit radio signals. Before you operate any radio station, make certain that the station is licensed as required by the FCC. Radio Operations You need a commercial radio operator license to operate the following: Ship radio stations if: the vessel carries more than six passengers for hire; or the radio operates on medium frequencies (MF) or high frequencies (HF); or the ship sails to foreign ports; or the ship station transmits radiotelegraphy; or the ship is larger than 300 gross tons and is required by law to carry a radio station for safety purposes. Aircraft radio stations, except those which operate only on very high frequencies (VHF) and do not make foreign flights. You do NOT need a commercial operator license to operate the following: Ship stations operating only on VHF frequencies that do not travel to foreign ports or make international communications (unless the vessel carries more than six passengers for hire, or the ship is larger than 300 gross tons and is required by law to carry a radio station for safety purposes). Shore radar, shore radiolocation, maritime support or shore radionavigation stations. Survival craft stations or EPIRBs. Ship radar stations, if (a) the radar frequency is determined by a nontunable, pulse type magnetron or other fixed tune device, and (b) the radar is capable of being operated exclusively by external controls. Coast stations. Aircraft stations which operate only on VHF frequencies and do not make foreign flights. Aircraft radar sets, radio altimeters, transponders or other aircraft automatic radionavigation transmitters. ELTs or aviation survival craft stations used solely for survival purposes. Radio Maintenance and Repair You need a commercial operator license to repair and maintain the following: All ship radio and radar stations. All coast stations. All hand-carried units used to communicate with ships and coast stations on marine frequencies. All aircraft stations and aeronautical ground stations (including hand-carried portable units) used to communicate with aircraft. You do NOT need a commercial radio operator license to operate, repair, or maintain any of the following types of stations: Two-way land mobile radio equipment, such as that used by police and fire departments, taxicabs and truckers, businesses and industries, ambulances and rescue squads, and local, state, and federal government agencies. Personal radio equipment used in the Citizens Band Radio Service (CBRS), Radio Control Radio Service (RCRS), and General Mobile Radio Services (GMRS). Auxiliary broadcast stations, such as remote pickup stations. Domestic public fixed and mobile radio systems, such as mobile telephone systems, cellular systems, rural radio systems, point-to-point microwave systems, multipoint distribution systems, etc. Stations that operate in the Cable Television Relay Service. Satellite stations, both uplink and downlink of all types. Federal Communications Commision Licenses Credentials are highly important! Obtain an FCC license and get hired or promoted to the job you want. We hold regularly scheduled classes for the following licenses or endorsements: Element 1: Basic radio law and operating practice with which every maritime radio operator should be familiar. MPs are required to operate radiotelephone stations aboard certain vessels that sail the Great Lakes. They are also required to operate radiotelephone stations aboard vessels of more than 300 gross tons and vessels which carry more than six passengers for hire in the open sea or any tidewater area of the United States. They are also required to operate certain aviation radiotelephone stations and certain coast radiotelephone stations. Element 3: General Radiotelephone. Electronic fundamentals and techniques required to adjust, repair, and maintain radio transmitters and receivers: operating procedures radio wave propagation radio practice electrical principles circuit components practical circuits signals and emissions antennas and feed lines A PG is required to adjust, maintain, or internally repair FCC licensed radiotelephone transmitters in the aviation, maritime, and international fixed public radio services. It conveys all of the operating authority of the MP. It is also required to operate the following: any compulsorily equipped ship radiotelephone station operating with more than 1500 watts of peak envelope power. voluntarily equipped ship and aeronautical (including aircraft) stations with more than 1000 watts of peak envelope power. Element 7: GMDSS Radio Operating Practices. GMDSS radio operating procedures and practices sufficient to show detailed practical knowledge of the operation of all GMDSS sub-systems and equipment. The exam consists of questions from the following categories: general information, narrow-band direct-printing, INMARSAT, NAVTEX, digital selective calling, and survival craft. The DO qualifies the holder to operate, and make some basic equipment adjustments to, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) radio installations. It also confers the operating authority of the MP. Element 8: Ship Radar Techniques. Specialized theory and practice applicable to the proper installation, servicing, and maintenance of ship radar equipment in general use for marine navigation purposes. Only persons whose commercial radio operator license bears this endorsement may repair, maintain, or internally adjust ship radar equipment. Element 9: GMDSS Radio Maintenance Practices and Procedures. Requirements set forth in IMO Assembly on Training for Radio Personnel (GMDSS), Annex 5 and IMO Assembly on Radio Maintenance Guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System related to Sea Areas A3 and A4. The exam consists of questions from the following categories: radio system theory, amplifiers, power sources, troubleshooting, digital theory, and GMDSS equipment and regulations. The DM qualifies personnel as GMDSS radio maintainers to perform at sea repair and maintenance of GMDSS equipment. It also confers the operating authority of the PG and MP. NOTE: Possession of a commercial radio operator license or permit does not authorize an individual to operate amateur or GMRS radio stations. Only a person holding an amateur or GMRS radio operator license may operate an amateur or GMRS radio station. Operating While Application is Pending A person who has filed an application for a commercial operator license with the FCC, and who holds a Proof of Passing Certificate(s) indicating that he or she has passed the necessary examination(s) within the previous 365 days, is authorized to exercise the rights and privileges of the applied-for operator license during the period before the FCC acts on the application, but only for a period of 90 days from the date the application was filed, provided that the applicant has not had a commercial radio operator license revoked or suspended in the past, and is not the subject of an ongoing suspension proceeding. Question Pools and Study Guides: Examination question pools, with answers, are available for downloading below. [Note: From time to time, the Commission may change the number of questions to be included in the examination for a particular element and/or the number of answers needed to pass the examination. The Commission will issue a public notice or take other actions to inform the public of any such change. Element 1 ( pdf ) To pass, must correctly answer at least 18 out of 24 questions. Element 3 ( pdf ) To pass, an examinee must correctly answer 75 out of 100 questions Element 7 ( pdf ) To pass, must correctly answer at least 75 out of 100 questions. Element 8 ( pdf ) To pass, must correctly answer at least 38 out of 50 questions. Element 9 ( pdf ) To pass, must correctly answer at least 38 out of 50 questions. Ready to take the Test, get in touch here now! Good Luck! *NOTE: All information is obtained directly from the FCC public website. FCCL

< Back Avionics Technician Program University of Central Florida Next > Get In Touch Aviation Technician Program University of Central Florida (ATPUCF) Avionics Technicians Association (ATA) has partnered with the University of Central Florida’s Division of Continuing Education in offering a three-month, 72-hour, training program to prepare individuals for certification to work in the aviation industry. As partners with Avionica USA we provide the ATP training in our facilities located in Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. The Avionics Technician Program (ATP) focuses on teaching the proper techniques for installation of electronic equipment for navigation and communication systems of an aircraft. The Program will cover topics such as: Electronic navigation instruments and communication, technical education, aviation safety, quality control, human factor, and the newest aviation technology known as Next Generation. AVIONICS TECHNICIAN THEORY WEEK #1 Introduction Instructor & Students Expectations of the course and classroom rules & safety Explanation of student package Types of airplanes & categories (General Aviation, Corporate Airplanes, Commercial Aviation) Parts of the airplane (Rudder, Flaps, Elevator, Etc.) Gyroscopic Instruments (Heading Indicator, Attitude Indicator, Turn Coordinator) Vacuum System Pitot Static System (Airspeed Indicator, Vertical Sped, Altimeter) ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range) DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) NDB & ADF (Non-directional Radio Beacon & Automatic Direction Finder) Radios, COMM, Audio Panel, Navigation Antennas WEEK #2 GPS (Global Positioning System) WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) Transponders (Mode A, Mode C, Mode S) ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) ATC (Air Traffic Control) EFIS (Electronic Flight Instrument System) PFD (Primary Flight Display) MFD / ND (Multi-function Display / Navigation Display) TCAS (Traffic Collision and Avoidance System) Bus Bar (Aircraft Electrical System Components) Human Factors General Review Assessment AVIONICS TECHNICIAN HANDS ON TRAINING WEEK #3 Pitot Static Test / System Diagram / System Error Terminals & Connectors D-Sub Molex Circular Connectors Connector Design & Usage Coax Cable BNC Connectors TNC Connectors Quadrax Connectors familiarization Basics of building High Speed Network Cable Fiber Optics Introduction Fiber Optic Cables Applying Fiber Optics in Aviation WEEK #4 Basic Electronics Ohm’s Law Series & Parallel Circuit Resistors Color Codes Alternating Current (AC) Direct Current (DC) Logic Gates (AND, OR, NOR, XOR) Diodes Capacitors Use of multimeter Use of Oscilloscope Use of function generator Use of power supply WEEK #5 -6 Familiarization of Tools (Hand Tools / Crimp Tools) Use of Daniels AFM8, AF8 Crimp Tool Go-NO-Go Gauge Use of HX3 / HX4 Crimp Tool Schematic Symbols Soldering Techniques Wire Splice Soldering Jacks Wire Tying Knot AVIONICS TECHNICIAN RADIO / AUDIO PANEL / TRANSPONDER HARNESS ASSEMBLY WEEK #7 -12 Inventory of Wire harness kits Schematic familiarization (GMA340 / GTR200 / GTX345) Assembly Connectors for GMA340 (Audio Panel) Assembly Connectors for GTR200 (Radio) Assembly Connectors for GTX345 (Transponder) Perform harness ring-out (continuity check) Install Harnesses to the Radio, Audio Panel, and Transponder Connect ADS-B to iPad for live Air Traffic Surveillance Disassembly wire harnesses and inventory kits More Information here: AVIONICA USA - Technicians for the future ATPUCF

< Back General Familiarization Courses Next > Get In Touch Airliners and Corporate Jets General Familiarization Courses Our training satisfies ATA 104 and EASA Part-66 Appx III Compliance. The most selling Aircraft manufacturers in the world, will give you an A+ for hiring positions for Mechanic and Avionics. ATA 104 Level I, the students will obtain knowledge on: Level I 40 Hours: General Familiarization Students will be familiar with equipment and have a general knowledge of turbine powered transport aircraft. Level I provide a brief overview of the airframe, systems, and powerplant as outlined in the Systems Description Section of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual. Electrical systems, Pneumatics, Air Conditioning, Fuel System, Hydraulics, Flight Controls, Landing Gear, Ice/Rain, Fire Protection, Oxygen, Water/Waste, Equipment/Furnishings, Lights, Power Plant, APU, Communication System, Auto Flight, Navigation System and more. Our course is available online, or onsite. 5 days of intensive training. Cost: $2,500 ATA 104 Level II, the students will obtain knowledge on: Level II 80 Hours: Ramp and Transit Students will be familiar with turbine powered transport aircraft, digital electronic equipment, and have experience in ramp, transit and turn around activity. Aircraft systems overview; a description of controls, indicators, and principal components including their location, and practical training on servicing and minor troubleshooting. Electrical systems, Pneumatics, Air Conditioning, Fuel System, Hydraulics, Flight Controls, Landing Gear, Ice/Rain, Fire Protection, Oxygen, Water/Waste, Equipment/Furnishings, Lights, Power Plant, APU, Communication System, Auto Flight, Navigation System and more. Our course is available online, or onsite. 5 days of intensive training. Cost: $2,500 Aircraft Tranining: AIRBUS A320 Family AIRBUS 330-200/300 BOEING 737 NEXT GEN BOEING 767-200/400 BOEING 787 DREAM LINER GULFSTREAM IV/300/400 FALCON 2000 CHALLENGER 601/604 LEARJET 45 XR CITATION 560 XL/XLS/XLS+ Contact us now to schedule your training! AGFC

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< Back NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician Next > Get In Touch NCATT AET Avionics Electronics Technician The Federal Aviation Administration has formally recognized ASTM’s National Center for Aerospace and Transportation Technologies (NCATT) Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification as equivalent to formal Avionics Technician training when showing eligibility for earning a repairman certificate. The NCATT AET certification examination is open to all individuals. In addition to completing the AET certification, individuals must complete the following ASTM NCATT endorsements: Autonomous Navigation Systems ( ANS ) Dependent Navigation Systems ( DNS ) Onboard Communications and Safety Systems ( OCS ) Radio Communication Systems ( RCS ) *Endorsements needs AET certification and cost $200 each. *NCATT AET and Endorsement are self-study, Instructors are available for a rate of $60 an hour. Ask for an Instructor! Information for Taking Exams 1. Register for an exam on the website: • ASTM NCATT exams, click this link: https://www.spacetec.us/register-for-a-cts-certification-exam/ 2. Once successful on an exam, your certificate and congratulatory letter will be emailed to you and your ID card will be mailed to the address you provided on our website. Take the NCATT exam here: https://ondemand.questionmark.com/home/400305/user Student completing the exam, will see their score immediately. If successful, they will receive their certificate via email and their ID card will be mailed to them. The passing score is 73%. There are 90 multiple choice questions on the exam and have 2 hours to complete the exam. Good Luck! Test Instructions for Utilizing Remote Proctoring 1. Register for an exam on the website: • Click this link: https://www.spacetec.us/register-for-a-cts-certification-exam/ 2. After registering, we will assign your exam and you will then follow the steps on ExamRoom’s document called, “SpaceTEC ExamRoom_Scheduling Manual” 3. On the day of your scheduled test with ExamRoom, you will follow the steps on ExamRoom’s document called, “SpaceTEC-ExamRoom Test Day Manual” 4. Once you complete your exam, you will see your results immediately. 5. If successful, you will be emailed a copy of your certificate and your ID card will be mailed to you. Download guides and manuals: Exam Room Test Manual SpaceTEC-ExamRoom Test Day Manual .pdf Download PDF • 685KB AET Study Guide AET Study Guide v5 12 .pdf Download PDF • 803KB Exam Room Scheduling Manual SpaceTEC-ExamRoom Account_Scheduling Manual .pdf Download PDF • 444KB Good Luck! NCATT