The FCC is preparing to exempt amateur radio operators from foreign adversary reporting requirements, following ARRL advocacy. The ruling recognizes that amateur licensees do not provide public communications services, minimizing national‑security risk and simplifying compliance for the U.S. amateur radio community.
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The FCC has released its latest PIRATE Act enforcement report, detailing millions in penalties, new forfeiture orders, and actions against property owners connected to illegal radio broadcasts. The Commission says additional enforcement measures are expected as monitoring continues into FY 2026.
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Lightning poses a constant threat to modern aircraft, striking airframes far more often than most people realize. This overview explores early research, lightning‑strike behavior, current waveforms, attachment zones, and the structural factors that influence induced currents inside today’s increasingly complex aircraft.
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