About WPCE
WPCE is a AM radio station licensed to Norfolk, VA, broadcasting on 1400 AM. The station operates under an active license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Station Overview
WPCE broadcasts on 1400 AM from its community of license in Norfolk, VA.
As a AM (amplitude modulation) station, it is part of the United States' extensive terrestrial radio system, which includes more than 15,000 licensed full-power AM and FM stations nationwide.
The station's FCC Facility ID is 72813. This unique identifier is assigned by the FCC to track the station's licensing, technical parameters, and regulatory compliance throughout its operational history.
Programming
Specific format information for WPCE is not available in public databases. The FCC does not track or regulate programming formats, leaving format decisions entirely to station management and ownership. Listeners can check the station's official channels for current programming details.
Coverage Area
Licensed to Norfolk, WPCE primarily serves listeners in Norfolk and the surrounding VA region. AM radio signals can travel long distances, especially at night via skywave propagation. AM remains a key band for news, talk, and sports programming across the United States.
The station's community of license — Norfolk, VA — is the municipality the FCC designates as the station's primary service area. Under FCC rules, the station must maintain a meaningful local presence serving the needs and interests of this community.
Technical Information
WPCE operates on 1400 AM in the AM broadcast band.
AM stations in the United States broadcast between 540 and 1700 kHz.
The station's technical facilities, including transmitter location and power levels, are documented in FCC engineering records under Facility ID 72813.
Regulatory Status
WPCE holds an active FCC license with status 'LICEN' (licensed). FCC licenses for broadcast stations are typically granted for eight-year terms, subject to renewal upon demonstration of continued public interest service and regulatory compliance. The station's license record, including renewal history and any special authorizations, is available through the FCC's public licensing databases.
About This Profile
This profile is compiled from FCC licensing records and publicly available station data. Technical details reflect the station's authorized operating parameters as recorded by the FCC. For the most current programming information, community events, and streaming availability, listeners should consult the station's official website or contact the station directly.