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New Ham FAQs

List of articles in category New Ham FAQ
Title
How do I check the status of my license on line?
A Guide to Repeaters
When can I get on the air?
When will I get my paper license?
What kind of callsign will I be given?
Will I be assigned a new call sign every time i pass a license exam?
Can I apply for a custom call sign? If so, how?
Can I choose a vanity call sign from another district?
Can I get a vanity call sign and keep my current call sign?
How often do I have to renew my license?
Where can I buy equipment?
What happens if my license expires?
If I pass an exam to upgrade my current license, does the license term get extended for another 10 years?
Is there anyting else I should do to ensure that my license stays valid?
Are there national organizations for hams?
Should I join a local radio club? What do they do?
What kind of equipment should I buy?
What kind of antenna should I put up?