Question T1C07
From subelement T1 - T1C
Which of the following can result in revocation of the station license or suspension of the operator license?
Why is this correct?
The FCC requires all amateur operators to maintain a current email address in their database per Part 97.23. This isn't optional—failure to provide and maintain a correct email address can result in license revocation or suspension. The other choices describe violations that carry different penalties: RF safety evaluation changes require notification but don't trigger revocation, home-built transmitters don't need type acceptance, and having a license copy at your station isn't required for validity.
Memory tip
When studying FCC rules, distinguish between administrative requirements (like email addresses) that can cause license loss versus technical violations that typically result in warnings or fines first. Administrative compliance failures often have the harshest immediate consequences because they prevent the FCC from communicating with licensees.
Learn more
The email requirement reflects modern licensing administration—the FCC moved from paper-based to electronic communications for efficiency. Your email address is your official communication link with the Commission for license renewals, enforcement actions, and regulatory updates. This requirement ensures the FCC can reach all licensees quickly for important announcements or compliance matters, making email maintenance as critical as maintaining your station identification privileges.
Think about it
Why do you think the FCC considers inability to contact a licensee serious enough to warrant license revocation rather than just a warning or fine?