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Amateur radio and commercial FCC licenses, each with its own question pool, pass mark and time limit. Pick a service to narrow the list.
Every answer carries its verified statutory source.
A plausible-looking answer can be confidently wrong, and without a verified citation you would have no way to know. Every Airwaves IQ answer cites the exact 47 CFR rule or official syllabus locator it comes from.
- Grounded in Title 47 CFR RegulationsEvery question traces to a specific FCC rule (Part 97, Part 80, Part 13) or official NCVEC syllabus topic. Zero hallucinated claims.
- Automated Python Math DerivationsEvery frequency calculation, wavelength formula, dB ratio, and Ohm's law problem is verified by executing automated derivation scripts.
- Official Schematics, Shown Where the Exam Shows ThemEvery question that refers to a circuit, block diagram or radar display shows the official figure (43 in total), with zoom and rotate.
What is the maximum peak envelope power output for Technician class operators in their HF band segments?
“No station may transmit with a transmitter power output exceeding 200 W PEP on the 80 m, 40 m, 15 m, or 10 m bands...”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there state-specific differences or state-level radio exams?+
No. The FCC is a federal regulatory agency operating under Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations. An FCC amateur or commercial license is 100% federal, carrying identical legal privileges across all 50 states, US territories (Puerto Rico, Guam, US Virgin Islands, American Samoa), and at sea. You do not take a state-specific exam; the official question pools are identical nationwide.
How and where do I actually take the official FCC exam?+
Amateur exams (Technician, General, Extra) are administered nationwide by accredited Volunteer Examiner Coordinators (VECs) such as the ARRL, W5YI, GLAARG, or Laurel VEC. You can take them in-person at local hamfests and radio clubs, or online via live remote proctoring over Zoom from the comfort of your home. Commercial exams (GROL, Radar, GMDSS) are administered at computer testing centers (such as PSI) through certified COLEMs.
Can I take more than one exam in a single session?+
Yes! In amateur radio, once you pass the Technician exam, VEC teams routinely invite you to sit for the General and Extra exams in the same session, though session fees vary by VEC team. That is why our All Amateur Licenses Plan covers all three licenses together.
How much does the official FCC license cost?+
For amateur licenses, the FCC application fee is $35, plus a VEC session fee that varies by team and is sometimes $0. For commercial licenses, COLEM exam fees vary by provider and FCC filing fees depend on the license; commercial licenses are normally valid for the lifetime of the holder. Check the FCC fee pages for current amounts. Airwaves IQ is preparation only and does not set or collect these fees.
Is Airwaves IQ a recurring monthly subscription?+
No. Airwaves IQ is one-time pricing with no auto-renewal: $29 for the Single Exam Plan (90 days of access), $59 for the All Amateur Licenses Plan (12 months), and commercial license plans from $45 to $79 (6 months). See the pricing page for every plan.