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Korea's Proposal for New Regulations for Aviation Communication Equipment

Published /Effective /South Korea

The text corresponds to an administrative notice issued by the National Radio Research Agency on September 15, 2025.

This notice announces a partial revision of the "Technical Standards for Aviation Radio Equipment," within the framework of an Electronic Public Hearing open to citizen participation and the submission of civil complaints.

The proposed revision is based on the need to manage air traffic more efficiently within airports, in response to the sustained increase in demand from the aviation sector. In this context, the aim is to adapt the technical standards applicable to radio equipment used in aviation, with the goal of ensuring that infrastructure and regulations keep pace with this growth.

WHOM DOES IT IMPACT?

The direct impact is on airports and aeronautical authorities, aviation operators, manufacturers and suppliers of aeronautical radio equipment, users, and passengers.

CONCLUSION:

The announced revision, although partial, is relevant because it seeks to modernize the technical regulations for aviation radio equipment, responding to the sustained growth in air traffic demand. Its implementation will directly impact operators, airports, and manufacturers, ensuring that the technological infrastructure keeps pace with the expansion of the sector and strengthens safety and efficiency at airports.

Regulatory Authority

RRA

Regulatory Impact

Impact TypeStatus
Top Priority
Type Certificate
Spectrum Bands
Import Changes (HS Codes)
Standard Changes
Product Changes
Label Changes

South Korea Quick Facts

Regulatory AgencyKorea Communications Commission (KCC)
Certification TypeMandatory
License ValidityIndefinite
Application LanguageKorean
Legal License HolderRequired
In-country Testing RequirementRequires testing

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