190-01004-02 GTN 625/635/650 TSO Installation ManualRev. F Page 1-131.4 License RequirementsThe Telecommunications Act of 1996, effective February 8, 1996, provides the FCC discretion toeliminate radio station license requirements for aircraft and ships. The GTN 6XX installations mustcomply with current transmitter licensing requirements. In the US, to find out the specific details onwhether a particular installation is exempt from licensing, please visit the FCC web site http://wireless.fcc.gov/aviation. If an aircraft license is required, make application for a license on FCC form404, Application for Aircraft Radio Station License. The FCC also has a fax-on-demand service toprovide forms by fax. Outside the US, contact the responsible telecommunication authority. The GTN 625,635, and 650 owner accepts all responsibility for obtaining the proper licensing before using thetransceiver. The maximum transmitting power, modulation identification, and frequency band informationmay be required for licensing and are detailed in Section 1.4.4.CAUTIONThe VHF transmitter in this equipment is guaranteed to meet Federal CommunicationsCommission acceptance over the operating temperature range. Modifications notexpressly approved by Garmin could invalidate the license and make it unlawful tooperate the equipment.
