Why would you expect it to? Water and foliage absorb those frequencies very well. You can throw as much power at them as you want - all you'll do is heat the leaves up a little.
Ability to get through obstacles is primarily a factor of...
not true as it helps a little bit but not much like you said. I should know as I have and Alientech DUO 2 amplified antenna. I get a stronger signal for sure going through trees and buildings otherwise I wouldn't use it.
It's payback for the U.S. Government doing there best to ban them is my take on it. Plus, what if you live near an airport and fly under 100 feet to take a picture of your homes roof for an inspection. Now you can. The FAA does this because there...