FCC Authorizes Use of 406.0-406.1 MHz for Personal Locator Beacons

Summary

The Federal Communications Commission has authorized the use of 406.0-406.1 MHz for personal locator beacons (PLBs) in response to a petition from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a division of the US Department of Commerce. This move aims to enhance public safety by providing a new means of emergency alerts and aiding search and rescue efforts.