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Bureau Seeks Comment on PHI Request for Time Extension

The FCC Wireless Bureau sought comment Thursday on a July 3 request by PHI Service for an extension of time or waiver of the performance requirement applicable to some of its 931 MHz paging geographic area licenses. Rules say licensees…

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in the band must construct sufficient facilities to cover two-thirds of the population or demonstrate that it's providing “substantial service” in the area no later than five years after initial grant, said a Thursday public notice. PHI already got one extension, to July 3, the bureau said. “PHI explains that the Licenses are being used to support critical smart grid applications and distribution automation requirements of its affiliated energy delivery companies.” PHI seeking extension until Dec. 31 to complete construction and demonstrate substantial service, the bureau said. Comments are due Oct. 16, replies Oct. 31 in docket 17-246.