FCC Addresses Positive Train Control by New York System
The FCC Wireless Bureau acted Friday to shore up positive train control by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) of New York, addressing frequencies in the 218-219 MHz band. The bureau authorized the use of 250 kHz of spectrum from the…
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commission’s inventory in four counties in New York and Connecticut and deleted the authorization to use 250 kHz in five New Jersey counties, returning it to the commission’s inventory. The bureau also allowed higher power levels for the spectrum than previously allowed by FCC rules. “Our action today serves the public interest in rail safety by providing MTA spectrum needed to improve the reliability of its PTC system,” the bureau said.