FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau asked for comment on Space...
FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau asked for comment on Space Data Research request filed April 10 for declaratory ruling on or waiver of Narrowband PCS rules, which don’t mention specific types of services company proposes. Space Data said in request…
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it developed free-floating, balloon-borne communications system to provide 2-way paging and other advanced messaging services across U.S., focusing on rural and other underserved geographical regions too remote or too costly for ground-based infrastructure. Company intends to acquire nationwide Narrowband PCS Ch. 4 (901.15-901.20 MHz paired with 940.15-940.20) license from TSR Wireless to operate system. Space Data asked Commission to clarify Narrowband PCS rules or issue waiver stating: (1) Term “base station” encompasses high-altitude, balloon-borne repeater transceivers. (2) Space Data system complies with transmitter listing requirements. (3) Antenna registration requirements don’t apply to antennas that are affixed to high-altitude balloon-borne repeater transceivers. Comments are due May 18, replies May 28. (DA 01-970)