China Telecom Americas Appeals FCC Revocation

China Telecom Americas petitioned the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit Monday to set aside the FCC’s October order revoking the company’s domestic and international authorities (see 2110260060) under Communications Act Section 214. The company earlier asked the FCC for a stay, pending judicial review (see 2111080056). The order is “arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not in accordance with law; contrary to constitutional right, power, privilege, or immunity; in excess of statutory jurisdiction, authority, or limitations, or short of statutory right; and without observance of procedure required by law,” said a filing in docket 21-1233. The court issued an order with preliminary filing requirements, including a statement of issues to be raised, due Dec. 15, dispositive motions Dec. 30.