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T1B02
Which of the following U.S. amateur radio operators are allowed to contact the International Space Station (ISS) on VHF bands?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: B. Any amateur with a Technician class or higher license
Any amateur with a Technician class or higher license may contact the International Space Station on VHF bands. FCC rules 97.301 and 97.207 cover this. No NASA approval is needed to talk to the ISS ham station.
Tip: Technicians can talk to astronauts on 2 meters, no NASA permission needed.
FCC rule reference: Part 97.301, 97.207(c)