airspace regions of the FAA. (c) Requirements The analysis and implementation procedures required under subsection (b) shall include, at a minimum, the following: (1) Network and protocol testing and integration with satellite service providers. (2) Operational testing with aircraft to identify and resolve performance issues. (3) A definition of Satcom Standards and Recommended Practices established through a collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization, which shall include an RCP–130 performance standard as well as SatVoice standards. (4) Training for radio operators on new operation procedures and protocols. (5) A phased implementation plan for incorporating SatVoice services into the AMCS program. (6) The estimated cost of the implementation procedures for relevant stakeholders. (d) HF/VHF minimum equipage (1) Rule of Construction Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the HF/VHF equipage requirement for communications in oceanic and remote continental airspace as of the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Maintenance of HF/VHF services The Administrator shall maintain HF/VHF services existing as of the date of enactment of this Act as minimum equipage under the AMCS program to provide for auxiliary communication and maintain safety in the event of a satellite outage. 614. Delivery of clearance to pilots via internet protocol (a) In general Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a pilot program to conduct testing and an evaluation to determine the feasibility of the use, in air traffic control towers, of technology for mobile clearance delivery for general aviation and on-demand air carriers operating under part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, at suitable airports that do not have tower data link services. (b) Airport selection (1) In general The Administrator shall designate 5 suitable airports for participation in the program established under subsection (a) after consultation with the exclusive