"Alun L. Palmer" wrote in message
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"Usenet Central" wrote in
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It's only an even race if you count those who want to retain a code test
for Extra only as being in the anti camp. I guarantee that the FCC will be
able to think of no reason to retain it only for Extras. In your dreams,
maybe.

The same thing could be said about any topic that isn't rules, good
operating practice, electrical safety or RF safety. A single license class
and single test would suffice to easily cover those three areas. Afterall,
whether or not the licensee knows how to detect or fix a problem does not
let him get out of following the rules and being responsible for his
operation.

However, the FCC continues to follow the concept that people need motivation
beyond just personal curiosity to pursue the "self training" part of the
basis and purpose. Code is as logical a choice as any other topic.

But I agree that the FCC will decide to drop code entirely if they choose to
move forward.

Dee D. Flint, N8UZE