Sec.  25.163   Reinstatement.

   (a) A station authorization terminated in whole or in part under the
   provisions of  Sec. 25.161 may be reinstated if the Commission, in its
   discretion, determines that reinstatement would best serve the public
   interest, convenience and necessity. Petitions for reinstatement will be
   considered only if:

   (1) The petition is filed within 30 days after the expiration date set forth
   in  Sec. 25.161(a) or  Sec. 25.161(b), whichever is applicable;

   (2) The petition explains the failure to file a timely notification or
   renewal application; and

   (3) The petition sets forth with specificity the procedures which have been
   established to insure timely filings in the future.

   (b) A special temporary authorization shall automatically terminate upon the
   expiration date specified therein, or upon failure of the grantee to comply
   with any special terms or conditions set forth in the authorization.
   Temporary operation may be extended beyond the termination date only upon
   application to the Commission.