SINGLE SIDEBAND FREQUENCIES (2005)

Effective 010001Z Jan 05, the Coast Guard will change the radio frequencies used for initial Single Sideband voice contact with its long range communication facilities as follows:

Use of these frequencies is authorized for intial contact and distress traffic only. The frequency for follow-on non-distress-related Single Sideband voice communications shall be as mutually arranged on initial contact.

The Coast Guard operates high seas communication stations to communicate with ships throughout the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean and provide a variety of services to the maritime public. Services include watchkeeping for distress and safety calls, and maritime safety information broadcasts.