Section 80.231, Technical Requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) Equipment

Section 80.231 requires manufacturers of Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) transmitters for the Marine Radio Service to include with each transmitting device a statement explaining how to enter static information accurately and a warning statement that entering inaccurate information is prohibited. This rule section also requires prior to submitting a certification application for a Class B AIS device, to submit in duplicate specific information to the U.S. Coast Guard Commandant the name of the manufacturer or grantee and the model number of the AIS device and copies of the test report and test data from the test facility showing that the device complies with the environmental and operational requirements of IEC 62287-1.

The latest form for Section 80.231, Technical Requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) Equipment expires 2023-10-31 and can be found here.