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How to Get a GMRS License in 2026: $35, No Exam, 10 Years
Apply for a GMRS license in six clear steps. Current $35 FCC fee, no exam, 10-year term, family coverage, FRN, ULS, payment, and call-sign instructions.
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Enhancing Your Handheld Radio’s Performance with a “Rat Tail” Antenna Mod
In the world of amateur radio, the "rubber duck" antennas that come standard with most handheld transceivers are a frequent subject of debate. This concern is so prevalent that it's addressed in the Technician Class exam, where question T9A04 asks about the primary disadvantage of "rubber duck" antennas compared to full-sized quarter-wave antennas. The straightforward answer is their relative inefficiency in transmitting and receiving signals. For radio enthusiasts seeking to enhance their handheld radio's performance, the typical route involves upgrading the...
Choosing Your Ideal Two-Way Radio: A Comprehensive Guide to Selecting the Right Service
Choosing the right two-way radio can be confusing. You can’t just buy a pair of radios and start talking on them. Most two-way radio services require licensing of some sort, and radios designed to be used in those radio services must be certified by the FCC. The most popular two-way radio services are: Private Land Mobile Radio Service (PLMRS) General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS) Family Radio Service (FRS) Amateur Radio Service (ARS) Private Land Mobile Radio Services(PLMRS) The Private Land Mobile Radio Servicesis...