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The classes of license, from highest to lowest are: Amateur Extra Class, General Class, and Technician Class. Before receiving a license grant, you must pass an examination administered by a team of volunteer examiners (VEs).

The FCC has two licenses that are of interest to pilots and Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs). One is a Commercial Radio Operator License, which applies to pilots and those who work the equipment (avionics technicians). The other is a station license required for the aircraft.

The ROC (Radiotelephone Operator's Certificate) license is a Canadian Federal government issued card that allows you to operate a marine VHF radio.

In the U.S. the FCC issues a Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit for US pilots, but only for international use ? it is not required while flying in the United States. Most airlines require that applicants possess the Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit.

The Telecommunications Act of 1996 permits recreational boaters to have and use a VHF marine radio, EPIRB, and marine radar without having an FCC ship station license.

How to Obtain a License. Submit FCC Form 605 along with the appropriate Proof of Passing Certificates to apply. Use the FCC Form 605 and the FCC Form 159 (fee processing form) to renew your license or to replace a lost, stolen, or mutilated license.

The Technician class license is the entry-level license of choice for most new ham radio operators. To earn the Technician license requires passing one examination totaling 35 questions on radio theory, regulations and operating practices.