*Question G1D05:
[97.7] When operating a US station by remote control from outside the country, what license is required of the control operator?*  

*Correct Answer is  A: A US operator/primary station license*  

### AI Response: (may contain errors)  

When operating a US amateur radio station by remote control from outside the country, the control operator must hold a valid US operator/primary station license. This is because the station is still considered a US station, regardless of where the control operator is physically located.

### Explanation:

1. **Correct Answer: A US operator/primary station license**
   - The control operator must have a US license because the station is operating under US jurisdiction. The location of the control operator does not change the licensing requirements for the station itself.

2. **Why the Other Choices are Incorrect:**
   - **Choice B: Only an appropriate US operator/primary license and a special remote station permit from the FCC**
     - No special remote station permit from the FCC is required. The US operator/primary station license is sufficient.
   - **Choice C: Only a license from the foreign country, as long as the call sign includes identification of portable operation in the US**
     - A foreign license is not valid for operating a US station. The control operator must have a US license.
   - **Choice D: A license from the foreign country and a special remote station permit from the FCC**
     - Again, a foreign license is not applicable, and no special permit is needed. Only a US operator/primary station license is required.

### Key Rule:
- **Remote Control Operation:** When remotely controlling a US amateur station, the control operator must comply with US licensing requirements, regardless of their physical location. This ensures that the station operates under the rules and regulations of the United States.