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E1A05
Who must be in physical control of the station apparatus of an amateur station aboard any vessel or craft that is documented or registered in the United States?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: C. Any person holding an FCC issued amateur license or who is authorized for alien reciprocal operation
Aboard a US-documented or registered vessel or craft, anyone holding an FCC-issued amateur license or authorized for alien reciprocal operation may be in physical control of the station. No marine license is needed.
Tip: Any valid amateur authorization works aboard.
FCC rule reference: Part 97.5