FCC Wants Comment on Waiver Seeking Spectrum for Drones

The FCC Wireless Bureau seeks comment on a request for waiver of 450 MHz general aviation air-ground radiotelephone service rules by Aura Network Systems and A2G Communications. “Petitioners seek relief of certain rules that dictate the types of services that may be provided, specify minimum separation between co-channel stations, limit the amount of spectrum assigned in a particular area, and set a minimum power limit for ground and airborne stations,” said Wednesday's notice. They argue waiver is needed “to provide new voice and data applications, including service to unmanned aircraft systems, to the broadest base of aviation subscribers possible.” Comments are due July 24, replies Aug. 10, in docket 20-185.