Sec.  24.843   Extension of time to complete construction.

   (a) If construction is not completed within the time period set forth in
    Sec. 24.203, the authorization will automatically expire. Before the period for
   construction expires an application for an extension of time to complete
   construction (FCC Form 489) may be filed. See paragraph (b) of this section.
   Within 30 days after the authorization expires an application for
   reinstatement may be filed on FCC Form 489.

   (b) Extension of Time to Complete Construction. An application for extension
   of time to complete construction may be made on FCC Form 489. Extension of
   time requests must be filed prior to the expiration of the construction
   period. Extensions will be granted only if the licensee shows that the
   failure to complete construction is due to causes beyond its control.

   (c) An application for modification of an authorization (under construction)
   does not extend the initial construction period. If additional time to
   construct is required, an FCC Form 489 must be submitted.

   (d) [Reserved]