FAA Keeps Anti-Jam Rules for Airplane Radio Channels Alive
Published Date: 7/14/2025
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Summary
The FAA decided to keep the rules for special two-way radio gear that stops channels from getting blocked when many people talk at once. This means companies can keep making and using this gear without any interruptions or extra costs. If you work with these radios, nothing changes, and you can keep doing your thing!
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FAA Keeps TSO‑C122a — No Change
The FAA withdrew its intent to cancel Technical Standard Order (TSO-)C122a, dated June 18, 2012, and is keeping TSO‑C122a active. This means companies and people who design, produce, or work with the special two-way radio gear covered by TSO‑C122a can continue making and using that equipment without interruptions or extra costs.
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