government CB channels

[Opcom]

From the NTIA Red Book.

4.2 FREQUENCY ALLOTMENTS

4.2.1 Allotment of 27575 and 27585 kHz for Short-Distance Low-Power Service
These allotments are to provide for intermittent miscellaneous U.S. Government short-distance lowpower
radio communications, radio signaling, and the control of remote objects or devices by means of
radio (where the radiated power exceeds the limit established under Part 7.9).

The designated frequencies are allotted for use by U.S. Government agencies and may be authorized
for use by agencies as required upon application. All stations operating on these frequencies shall meet
the conditions and standards established for this service.

The designated frequencies are available on a shared basis only and will not be authorized for
exclusive use of any one agency. No protection from interference can be assured to any station operating
in this service. Services involving safety of life and property should not employ these frequencies in view
of their unprotected status. All transmissions are to be restricted to official U.S. Government business
that requires the use of radio.

Stations in this service shall utilize FCC type-accepted or type-approved Citizens Radio Band
equipment or the equivalent. The maximum transmitter output power shall be five watts.
Stations shall be identified in accordance with the regulations of each agency.

The only class of station authorized is Mobile (including portable-type operation).

Frequencies 27575 and 27585 kHz with 6KA2A, 6KA2D and 6KA3E emission are designated for the
U.S. Government short-distance low-power radio service.

All applications for the use of these frequencies must bear the note S159 which reads, “U.S.
Government short-distance low-power service.”

huh. 10-4.

[KF1Z]

A bit above the CB band....

But for some reason, I though the FED had all the way to 28meg slotted for "government use."

Of course, the FEDs can use whatever they want, whenever they want... right? 

[Opcom]

the part that interested me is their stipulation that a type accepted CB is to be used on those funny channels. a contradiction?