FCC seeks comment on Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2 waiver request (DA-26-975)

On September 14, 2026, the FCC's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau opened a public-comment proceeding on Ocean Signal Ltd.'s request to certify and use its rescueME MOB2 Man Overboard device, a Maritime Survivor Locating Device (MSLD), under newer RTCM Standard 11901.2.

Why it matters: Part 95 currently incorporates RTCM Standard 11901.1. Ocean Signal says the MOB2 uses Automatic Identification System (AIS) plus VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) to send position data and a distress alert to nearby vessels and rescue authorities. This is a waiver request, not an equipment authorization or a final rule change.

Key details:

- Proceeding: WT Docket No. 26-251

- FCC document: DA-26-975

- Requested rule relief: 47 CFR Section 95.2989(b)(1)(ii)

- Comments due: October 5, 2026

- Reply comments due: October 15, 2026

- The proceeding is permit-but-disclose; ex parte presentations must be documented under the FCC's rules.

Sources:

FCCID.io article (September 14, 2026): https://fccid.io/news/fcc-wtb-ocean-signal-waiver-request-msld-mob2-wt-26-251

Official FCC public notice page: https://www.fcc.gov/document/wtb-seeks-comment-ocean-signal-ltd-waiver-mslds

DA-26-975A1 public notice: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-975A1.pdf

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