Gogo Asks FCC to Update Air-to-Ground Rules; APCO Seeks Reconsideration
Gogo Business Aviation petitioned the FCC for a proceeding to amend parts of its rules to enable more flexible air-to-ground operations in the 849-851 MHz and 894-896 MHz bands. In June, the Wireless Bureau approved a waiver of effective radiated…
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power limits in the bands sought by Gogo (see 2206210068). The order directed the company to “submit a petition for rulemaking ‘seeking rule changes that would permit more flexible use of the band,’” said Gogo said in a petition posted Friday. “Consistent with the Waiver Order, the adoption of updated rules will similarly ensure that Gogo BA can continue to upgrade its technologies to meet the broadband needs of aircraft operating throughout the United States,” the provider said: “Thus, Gogo BA requests that the Commission begin a rulemaking proceeding to amend or remove sections 1.929(e)(2), 22.165(f), 22.313, 22.853, 22.859, 22.861, 22.863, and 22.867 of the Commission’s rules and any other necessary Part 22 rule changes.” APCO sought reconsideration of the waiver order Friday. “Gogo’s proposal for modified operations can adversely affect incumbent public safety licensees,” the group warned: “Gogo should be required to take all steps to ensure that it does not add to the effects of ghost interference or an increased noise floor, as it becomes increasingly difficult for public safety licensees (and Enforcement Bureau personnel, as the case may be) to identify interfering sources.” APCO said it has been working with FCC staff, but all its concerns haven’t been addressed so it submitted the petition for reconsideration.