SPANGDAHLEMABI17-220 governs spectrum operations, electromagnetic spectrum management, and radio frequency use at Spangdahlem.
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It defines spectrum operations roles for installation commanders, communications commanders, spectrum managers, and user organizations. It requires federal frequency use to follow the NTIA Manual and generally requires host nation approval for spectrum-dependent operations abroad.
Federal users must utilize frequency bands allocated for government or shared use in accordance with NTIA Manual.
A government frequency assignment is authorized in a non-government allocated frequency band, providing the Federal Communications Commission approves the request.
In nearly all circumstances, it is necessary to obtain host nation approval to conduct electromagnetic spectrum operations before United States military forces operate any spectrum-dependent system in a foreign nation.
Misuse of spectrum resources or unauthorized electromagnetic spectrum use within a host nation may be a violation of international treaties, international law, or national laws and regulations.