radiotelephone operators permit/FEDEX

[sonnychiba]

I have an interview at FEDEX soon and I'm doing all the paperwork. I do not have my radiotelephone ops permit. Is this something I need to get before the interview--is that even possible? or is this something that can wait until after?
Thanks

 

[Bjammin]

Get it online at the FCC websight. Can apply online and get it in the mail in days. It's a MUST HAVE

 

[HoursHore]

Pretty sure in your interview letter it says bring it. You can get a Temporary on the FCC websight until the hardcopy arrives. Just type in restricted radio operator. Its only a one page app. Used to cost $40.

 

[Goose17]

side note on RTOP for all:

If you lose your RTOP, you have to pay the fee again to get a new one. HOWEVER, if you moved anytime since you got your original issued, you can simply apply for an address change and a new once comes FREE of charge!

It worked for me - actually on advice from a lady at the FCC.

Goose17

 

[hawkerjet]

it's $55 now, easy to get online..

 

[viking737]

What is the web address for the FCC?

 

[Bjammin]

FCC.gov or .com

 

[Lead Sled]

If you lose your RTOP, you have to pay the fee again to get a new one. HOWEVER, if you moved anytime since you got your original issued, you can simply apply for an address change and a new once comes FREE of charge!

Goose, who do you contact and how do you give notice of a change of address?

'Sled

 

[Flyboynfla]

Sonnychiba,

Here is the link to the FCC, this page has the information that you are looking for.

Omit any WWW that may be automatically entered into the link.

See ya, keep the greasy side down!

wireless.fcc.gov/commoperators/

 

[Flyboynfla]

Look under the heading license types and it is listed right at the top.

The fee is $55.00 for lifetime application.

Fees are listed on FCC form 1070Y

Good luck!

 

[Goose17]

I called

I don't remember the number, but I found it on the FCC web page. Try the link above. When I called, I spoke to a very helpfull gal (surprised me a gov't agency had a helpful person). I told her I lost my RTOP and I guess I was ready to buy another one. She ask: "Haven't you moved since your original application." I said, yes. She then said I should request a change of address (which we did over the phone) and she would send me a new one (free of charge)!

It worked for me. Just passing along a helpful tidbit.

Goose17

 

[Lead Sled]

I don't remember the number, but I found it on the FCC web page. Try the link above. When I called, I spoke to a very helpfull gal (surprised me a gov't agency had a helpful person). I told her I lost my RTOP and I guess I was ready to buy another one. She ask: "Haven't you moved since your original application." I said, yes. She then said I should request a change of address (which we did over the phone) and she would send me a new one (free of charge)!

Thanks for the tip, that's good to know. I already contribute enough to the government coffers.

'Sled

 

[jet2sun]

This post got me a little curious about my permit, so I decided to check up on its status even though I knew once issued it’s good for life with no expiration date. My permit was issued in 1996, but when I called they had no record of me or my permit (??!) Well, it seems they switched from paper files to computer files in 2000 and my info got lost in the transfer. Oh well, new one on the way. I still have my originally issued permit, but wasn’t sure if anyone would actually check on it. Better safe than sorry. Just thought I would let you know.

 

[VaB]

Good thing you guys are getting that RTOP all squared away. When I was searched by the radio police last week, they wanted to see mine and went over it in excruciating detail. Is this your real name? Is this still your address? A little arm twisting and bullying and everything. Those radio guys are scary. Especially when they think you're going to use HFs. LOOK OUT!

Seriously though. Has anyone actually had to show this thing to anyone? Other than at an interview.

 

[Goose17]

my story

I showed mine to get hired and then hadn't needed it again. I actually lost track of where it was and it was no longer in my wallet. THEN, I was on a flight when the captain was getting a checkride. The check airman asked me for my certificate, medical, etc. I proudly whipped it out and he promptly asked me where my RTOP was. I said "excuse me?" He said the FOM (at the time) stated that even second officers must carry their RTOP. I frantically dug through my wallet with no luck. He said, lets go fly anyway and you need to find it and send an email when I do. After tearing apart my house, I discovered my dog must have ate it. I contacted the FCC and the rest of the story is printed above. Shortly after my RTOP mishap, the FOM was changed and now states you need it when flying international or using the HF radio. Needless to say I carry it in my wallet. The new version of the RTOP comes with 2 pieces of paper. One for your wallet and a larger version you can keep in your records at home. When I called and spoke with the nice gov't lady, she mentioned they switched to a new data base and much of the old info was lost.

That is my story and I'm sticking 2 it.

Goose17

 

[VaB]

I guess my caveat should have included interviewing AND overzealous check airmen. I wonder who really cares about this silly piece of paper. That check airman was obviously just busting your ballz, even though it is required.

I carry mine in one of the pockets of my Jepp kit, along with the company CC and passport.

 

[Goose17]

Roger copy ballz bustin.

I guess the moral is, you need it to get hired and need it to fly out of the country.

Time to go fly.

Goose17

 

[ORFflyer]

Reading this discussion made me wonder about the status of my permit, so I pulled it out and realized that it was issued in 1999, when I lived at a different address. I called the FCC and had the same pleasant experience described in some of the previous posts. Apparently, my records didn't make it into the computer when they changed systems, but I'm sending them a copy of the permit and expect to have everything fixed shortly, including the change of address. The contact number, from the FCC web site is:

FCC's Consumer Center toll free at 1-888-CALLFCC (225-5322)

It's worth calling just to convince yourself that a government agency can be courteous and competent.