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Old Jun 22, 2023 | 11:26 am
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Originally Posted by danielflyer
I’m also not a lawyer but since ATC is already a public frequency, is there an expectation of privacy? I’m not arguing with you on legality. Most laws on the topic are centered around recording of private conversations which ATC communications probably are not. I’m curious if there have been any court cases on the matter.
it’s not made up. Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006 (section 48 I think), bearing in mind ATC is not intended for general broadcast.

the rights and wrongs can be left for another thread.
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