FCC Opens Windows for AM Translators In 2016

Translator Time

The FCC have finally announced the dates of its two filing windows for the translators in conjunction with the AM Revitalization Order (NET NEWS, 10/23) . The windows are JANUARY 29th to JULY 28th, 2016 at 11:59p; and JULY 29th to OCTOBER 31st at 5p.

The windows will allow AM licensee applications to move one non-reserved band (92.1 through 107.9) translator up to 250 miles from the translator’s currently licensed site. The first window will be open to Class C or D AM stations, while the second window will be for any AM station seeking to relocate a translator. Translators can be moved from any frequency in the non-reserved or commercial FM band. Any translator moved must rebroadcast the specified AM station for at least four years.

The FCC offers more details here.

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