Form FCC Form 302-AM FCC Form 302-AM Application for New AM Broadcast Station License

Federal Communications Commission
Washington, D. C. 20554

Approved by OMB
3060-0627

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC 302-AM
APPLICATION FOR NEW AM BROADCAST STATION LICENSE
(FCC 302-AM ATTACHED)
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
A. This form is to be used when applying for an AM Broadcast Station License. It consists of Section I, General Data, and Section
II, License Application Engineering Data.
B. References to FCC Rules are made in this application form. Before filling it out, the applicant should have on hand and be
familiar with the current broadcast rules, which are contained in 47 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.):
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

Part 0 "Commission Organization"
Part 1 "Practice and Procedure"
Part 17 "Construction, Marking, and Lighting of Antenna Structures"
Part 73 "Radio Broadcast Services"

FCC Rules may be purchased from the Government Printing Office, Washington, D. C. 20402. You may telephone the GPO
Order desk at (202) 512-1800 for current prices.
C. Prepare an original and two complete copies of the form and all exhibits. Number exhibits serially in the spaces provided in the
body of the form. Date each exhibit and each antenna pattern. The application with all required exhibits should be filed with the
Federal Communications Commission in the matter and at the location specified in 47 C.F.R. Section 0.401.
D. By law, the Commission is required to collect charges for certain of the regulatory services it provides to the public. Generally,
applicants seeking a license to cover the facility authorized by, and constructed pursuant to, an outstanding permit are required to
pay and submit a fee with the filing of FCC 302-AM. However, governmental entities, which include any possession, state, city,
county, town, village, municipal corporation or similar political organization or subpart thereof controlled by publicly elected
and/or duly appointed public officials exercising sovereign direction and control over their respective communities or programs,
are exempt from the payment of this fee. Also exempted from this fee are licensees of noncommercial educational broadcast
station licensees and permittees seeking a license to cover authorized facilities. See 47 C.F.R. Section 1.1112.
To avail itself of any fee exemption, the applicant must indicate its eligibility by checking the appropriate box in Question 2(B),
Section I. FCC 302-AM applications NOT involving the payment of a fee can be hand-delivered or mailed to the FCC's
Washington, D. C. offices. See 47 C.F.R. Section 0.401(a).
The Commission's fee collection program utilizes a U.S. Treasury lockbox bank for maximum efficiency of collection and
processing. All FCC 302-AM applications, which require the remittance of a fee, must be submitted to the appropriate post office
box address. See 47 C.F.R. Section 0.401(b). A listing of the required fee and the address to which FCC 302-AM should be
mailed or otherwise delivered is also set forth in the "Mass Media Services Fee Filing Guide" which is obtainable either by
writing to the Commission's Form Distribution Center, 9300 E. Hampton Drive, Capital Heights, Maryland 20431, or by calling
Telephone No. 1-800-418-FORM and leaving your request on the answering machine provided for this purpose.
Payment of any required fee can be made by check, bank draft, money order or credit card payable to the Federal
Communications Commission, denominated in U.S. dollars, and drawn upon a U.S. financial institution. No postdated, altered or
third-party checks will be accepted. DO NOT SEND CASH. Checks dated six months or older will not be acceptable for filing.
Applicants who wish to pay their filing fee by money order or credit card must submit FCC Form 159, together with their
application. Applicants who wish to pay for more than one application in the same lockbox with a single payment must also
submit FCC Form 159. When paying for multiple filings in the same lockbox with a single payment instrument, you must list
each filing as a separate item on FCC Form 159 (Remittance Advice). If additional entries are necessary, please use FCC Form
159C (Continuation Sheet). Those applicants electing to pay in a manner that requires the submission of FCC Form 159 must
still complete Question 1, of FCC Form 302-AM. Question 2 need not be completed, but FCC Form 159 must be submitted
instead.

Payment of application fees may also be made by Electronic Payment provided prior approval has been obtained from the
Commission. Licensees interested in this option must first contact the Billings and Collections Branch at (202) 418-1995 to make
the necessary arrangements.
Parties hand-delivering FCC 302-AM's may receive dated receipt copies by presenting copies of the applications to the
acceptance clerk at the time of delivery. For mailed-in applications, a "return copy" of the application can be furnished provided
the applicant clearly identifies the "return copy" and attaches it to a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Only one piece of paper
per application will be stamped for receipt purposes.
For further information regarding the applicability of a fee, the amount of the fee or the payment of the fee, refer to the "Mass
Media Services Fee Filing Guide."
E. The name of the applicant must be stated exactly as it appears on the construction permit which is being covered.
F. Each permittee of a commercial AM broadcast station is to submit at the time it applies for a station license an ownership report
(FCC 323) or a certification that its current and unamended ownership report on file with the Commission has been reviewed and
is accurate. This required ownership or certification should be mailed separately and addressed to Federal Communications
Commission, Office of the Secretary, Washington, D. C. 20554.
G. Commission policies and litigation reporting requirements for broadcast applicants have been revised with a view to focusing on
misconduct which violates the Communications Act or a Commission rule or policy and on certain specified non-FCC
misconduct. In responding to question 8, applicants are advised that the parameters of the Commission's policies and
requirements regarding character qualifications are fully set forth in Character Qualifications, 102 FCC 2d 1179 (1985),
reconsideration denied, 1 FCC Rcd 421 (1986), as modified, 5 FCC Rcd 3252 (1990) and 7 FCC Rcd 6564 (1992).
For the purpose of this question, the term "parties to the application" includes any individual or entity whose ownership or
positional interest in the applicant is cognizable under the Commission's multiple ownership rules. See in this regard Report and
Order in MM Docket No. 83-46, 97 FCC 2d 997 (1984), reconsideration granted in part, 58 RR 2d 604 (1985), further modified
on reconsideration, 61 RR 2d 739 (1986).
H. Information called for by this application which is already on file with the Commission need not be refiled in this application
provided: (1) the information is now on file in another application or FCC form filed by or on behalf of the applicant; (2) the
information is identified fully by reference to the file number (if any), the FCC form number, the filing date of the application or
other form containing the information, and the page or paragraph referred to; and (3) after making the reference the applicant
states: "No change since date of filing." Any such reference will be considered to incorporate into this application all
information, confidential or otherwise contained in the application or other form referred to. The incorporated application or
other form will thereafter, in its entirety, be open to the public.
I.

.
J.

This application shall be personally signed by the applicant, if the applicant is an individual; by one of the partners, if the
applicant is a partnership; by an officer, if the applicant is an unincorporated association; or by the applicant's attorney in case of
the applicant's physical disability or of his/her absence from the United States. The attorney shall, in the event he/she signs for
the applicant, separately set forth the reason why the application is not signed by the applicant. In addition, if any matter is stated
on the basis of the attorney's belief only (rather than his/her knowledge), he/she shall separately set forth his/her reasons for
believing that such statements are true.
Be sure all necessary information is furnished and all items are fully answered. If any portions of the application are not
applicable, specifically so state. Defective or incomplete applications may be returned without consideration.

Federal Communications Commission
Washington, D. C. 20554

Approved by OMB
3060-0627

FOR
FCC
USE
ONLY

FCC 302-AM
APPLICATION FOR AM
BROADCAST STATION LICENSE

FOR COMMISSION USE ONLY

(Please read instructions before filling out form.

FILE NO.

SECTION I - APPLICANT FEE INFORMATION
1. PAYOR NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial)

MAILING ADDRESS (Line 1) (Maximum 35 characters)
MAILING ADDRESS (Line 2) (Maximum 35 characters)
CITY

STATE OR COUNTRY (if foreign address)

TELEPHONE NUMBER (include area code)

CALL LETTERS

ZIP CODE

OTHER FCC IDENTIFIER (If applicable)

2. A. Is a fee submitted with this application?

Yes

No

B. If No, indicate reason for fee exemption (see 47 C.F.R. Section
Governmental Entity

Other (Please explain):

Noncommercial educational licensee

C. If Yes, provide the following information:
Enter in Column (A) the correct Fee Type Code for the service you are applying for. Fee Type Codes may be found in the "Mass Media Services
Fee Filing Guide." Column (B) lists the Fee Multiple applicable for this application. Enter fee amount due in Column (C).

(A)

(B)

(C)
FEE DUE FOR FEE
TYPE CODE IN
COLUMN (A)

FEE MULTIPLE

FEE TYPE
CODE

0

0

0

1

FOR FCC USE ONLY

$

To be used only when you are requesting concurrent actions which result in a requirement to list more than one Fee Type Code.
(A)

(B)

0

0

0

ADD ALL AMOUNTS SHOWN IN COLUMN C,
AND ENTER THE TOTAL HERE.
THIS AMOUNT SHOULD EQUAL YOUR ENCLOSED
REMITTANCE.

(C)

$

1

TOTAL AMOUNT
REMITTED WITH THIS
APPLICATION

FOR FCC USE ONLY

FOR FCC USE ONLY

$

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SECTION II - APPLICANT INFORMATION
1. NAME OF APPLICANT
MAILING ADDRESS
CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

2. This application is for:

Commercial

Noncommercial

AM Directional
Call letters

Community of License

AM Non-Directional

Construction Permit File No. Modification of Construction
Permit File No(s).

3. Is the station now operating pursuant to automatic program test authority in
accordance with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.1620?

Expiration Date of Last
Construction Permit

Yes

No

Exhibit No.

If No, explain in an Exhibit.

4. Have all the terms, conditions, and obligations set forth in the above described
construction permit been fully met?

Yes

No

Exhibit No.

If No, state exceptions in an Exhibit.
5. Apart from the changes already reported, has any cause or circumstance arisen since
the grant of the underlying construction permit which would result in any statement or
representation contained in the construction permit application to be now incorrect?

Yes

No

Exhibit No.

If Yes, explain in an Exhibit.
Yes

6. Has the permittee filed its Ownership Report (FCC Form 323) or ownership
certification in accordance with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3615(b)?

No

Does not apply
Exhibit No.

If No, explain in an Exhibit.

7. Has an adverse finding been made or an adverse final action been taken by any court
or administrative body with respect to the applicant or parties to the application in a civil or
criminal proceeding, brought under the provisions of any law relating to the following: any
felony; mass media related antitrust or unfair competition; fraudulent statements to
another governmental unit; or discrimination?

Yes

If the answer is Yes, attach as an Exhibit a full disclosure of the persons and matters
involved, including an identification of the court or administrative body and the proceeding
(by dates and file numbers), and the disposition of the litigation. Where the requisite
information has been earlier disclosed in connection with another application or as
required by 47 U.S.C. Section 1.65(c), the applicant need only provide: (i) an identification
of that previous submission by reference to the file number in the case of an application,
the call letters of the station regarding which the application or Section 1.65 information
was filed, and the date of filing; and (ii) the disposition of the previously reported matter.

Exhibit No.

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No

8. Does the applicant, or any party to the application, have a petition on file to migrate to
the expanded band (1605-1705 kHz) or a permit or license either in the existing band or
expanded band that is held in combination (pursuant to the 5 year holding period allowed)
with the AM facility proposed to be modified herein?

Yes

No

Exhibit No.

If Yes, provide particulars as an Exhibit.

The APPLICANT hereby waives any claim to the use of any particular frequency or of the electromagnetic spectrum as
against the regulatory power of the United States because use of the same, whether by license or otherwise, and
requests and authorization in accordance with this application. (See Section 304 of the Communications Act of 1934, as
amended).
The APPLICANT acknowledges that all the statements made in this application and attached exhibits are considered
material representations and that all the exhibits are a material part hereof and are incorporated herein as set out in full in
CERTIFICATION
1. By checking Yes, the applicant certifies, that, in the case of an individual applicant, he
or she is not subject to a denial of federal benefits that includes FCC benefits pursuant
to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. Section 862, or, in the
case of a non-individual applicant (e.g., corporation, partnership or other unincorporated
association), no party to the application is subject to a denial of federal benefits that
includes FCC benefits pursuant to that section. For the definition of a "party" for these
purposes, see 47 C.F.R. Section 1.2002(b).

Yes

No

2. I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief,
and are made in good faith.
Name

Signature

Title

Date

Telephone Number

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT
(U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR
CONSTRUCTION
FCC NOTICE REQUIRED BY THE PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT

The solicitation of personal information requested in this application is authorized by the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. The
Commission will use the information provided in this form to determine whether grant of the application is in the public interest. In reaching that
determination, or for law enforcement purposes, it may become necessary to refer personal information contained in this form to another
government agency. In addition, all information provided in this form will be available for public inspection. If information requested on the form is
not provided, the application may be returned without action having been taken upon it or its processing may be delayed while a request is made to
provide the missing information. Your response is required to obtain the requested authorization.
Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to take from 4 to 20 hours per response, including the time for reviewing
instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of
information. If you have any comments on this burden estimate, or how we can improve the collection and reduce the burden it causes you, please
e-mail them to [email protected] or send to the Federal Communications Commission, AMD-PERM, Paperwork Reduction Project (3060-0627),
Washington, DC 20554. Do NOT send completed forms to this address. Remember - you are not required to respond to a collection of information
sponsored by the Federal government, and the government may not conduct or sponsor this collection, unless it displays a currently valid OMB
control number or if we fail yo provide you with this notice. This collection has been assigned an OMB control number of 3060-0627.
THE FOREGOING NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT OF 1995, P.L. 104-13, OCTOBER 1, 1995, 44 U.S.C. 3507.

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SECTION III - LICENSE APPLICATION ENGINEERING DATA
Name of Applicant

PURPOSE OF AUTHORIZATION APPLIED FOR: (check one)
Station License

Direct Measurement of Power

1. Facilities authorized in construction permit
File No. of Construction Permit Frequency
Call Sign
(if applicable)
(kHz)

Power in kilowatts

Hours of Operation
Night

Day

2. Station location
State

City or Town

3. Transmitter location
State

County

City or Town

Street address
(or other identification)

City or Town

Street address
(or other identification)

4. Main studio location
State

County

5. Remote control point location (specify only if authorized directional antenna)
State

County

Street address
(or other identification)

City or Town

6. Has type-approved stereo generating equipment been installed?

Yes

No

7. Does the sampling system meet the requirements of 47 C.F.R. Section 73.68?

Yes

No

Not Applicable
Exhibit No.

Attach as an Exhibit a detailed description of the sampling system as installed.

8. Operating constants:
RF common point or antenna current (in amperes) without
modulation for night system

RF common point or antenna current (in amperes) without
modulation for day system

Measured antenna or common point resistance (in ohms) at
operating frequency
Night
Day

Measured antenna or common point reactance (in ohms) at
operating frequency
Night
Day

Antenna indications for directional operation
Antenna monitor
Phase reading(s) in degrees
Towers
Night
Day

Antenna monitor sample
current ratio(s)
Night

Day

Antenna base currents
Night

Day

Manufacturer and type of antenna monitor:

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9. Description of antenna system ((f directional antenna is used, the information requested below should be given for each element of
the array. Use separate sheets if necessary.)
Type Radiator

Overall height in meters of
radiator above base
insulator, or above base, if
grounded.

Overall height in meters
above ground (without
obstruction lighting)

If antenna is either top
loaded or sectionalized,
describe fully
in an
Exhibit.

Overall height in meters
above ground (include
obstruction lighting)

Exhibit No.

Excitation

Series

Shunt

Geographic coordinates to nearest second. For directional antenna give coordinates of center of array. For single vertical radiator give
tower location.
North Latitude

o

'

"

West Longitude

o

'

"

If not fully described above, attach as an Exhibit further details and dimensions including any other
antenna mounted on tower and associated isolation circuits.

Exhibit No.

Also, if necessary for a complete description, attach as an Exhibit a sketch of the details and
dimensions of ground system.

Exhibit No.

10. In what respect, if any, does the apparatus constructed differ from that described in the application for construction permit or in the
permit?

11. Give reasons for the change in antenna or common point resistance.

I certify that I represent the applicant in the capacity indicated below and that I have examined the foregoing statement of technical
information and that it is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Name (Please Print or Type)

Signature (check appropriate box below)

Address (include ZIP Code)

Date

Telephone No. (Include Area Code)

Technical Director

Registered Professional Engineer

Chief Operator

Technical Consultant

Other (specify)

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