HF Frequency Assignment

[joen7xxx]

How are HF SSB frequencies actually assigned to a Part 80 licensee? Is it up to the licensee to request frequencies utilized in a particular area? How may fequencies are usually assigned? I assume at least one from each frequency range is assigned to allow for changes in propagation. Never have seen anything on this anywhere. Just curious.

[rfradioconsult]

When you apply for your marine radio license you check the bands you intend to use; if I remember correctly there are several bands to check VHF, MF (2-3 MHz) and HF (4-24 HF). Your license covers operation on any part 80 channel in the bands specified, you are not limited to any specific frequency; note this applies to Maritime mobile stations only, land stations is another process.