FCC Extends Deadline for 3.65 GHz Transition as Part of COVID-19 Relief
The FCC will allow 3.65 GHz licensees whose licenses expire starting April 17 to wait until Oct. 17 to transition from Part 90 to Part 96 gear, it said in an expected move (see 2003160049). The FCC said it can…
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take the action without delaying the June citizens broadband radio service or the December C-band auction. “This is a logical delay of the transition during the pandemic to ensure that current licensees, like [wireless ISPs] and electric utilities, can keep their eyes on the ball when it comes to helping consumers,” said Chairman Ajit Pai: “We can allow this flexibility while still maintaining a reasonable timeline for this transition.” The Wireless ISP Association had been seeking relief and applauded the change. “For now, it prevents thousands of rural customers from losing service -- something especially important given the role Internet connectivity will play in keeping us safe and in touch with the world during the COVID-19 pandemic,” WISPA said.