| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| STICKSHIFT | It operates gears |
| AIRGUN | It operates by compression |
| KITE | It operates on wind power |
| NATO | It operates a defense college. |
| THEBBC | It operates under a royal charter |
| USCG | It operates under the Dept. of Homeland Security |
| IDA | Ore-... (French fry giant named for the contiguous states where it operates) |
