Resources
1. ELT Inspection Summaries
406 ELT Series Inspection Summary: Overview of maintenance checks and inspection guidelines for the 406 MHz ELT series.
Cabin/Cockpit vs. Tail ELT Installation Comparison: Detailed comparison of installation options to help users decide the best configuration for their needs.
102, 302, 502 Series Inspection Summary: Inspection and maintenance summaries for these specific ELT series.
2. Regulatory Guidelines and Procedures
FAR 91.207 (Emergency Locator Transmitters): Federal Aviation Regulations concerning ELT requirements and compliance for aircraft operators.
3. Battery Safety Data Sheets
Deft-1 Battery Material Safety Data Sheet: Safety information and handling instructions for the Deft-1 ELT battery.
GS-46 Battery Material Safety Data Sheet: Safety data for the GS-46 battery, used in specific ELT models.
GS-21 and GS-52 Battery Material Data Sheet: Detailed safety and material data for these battery models.
4. ELT Registration and International Standards
SARSAT System Overview: Information about the SARSAT system, which is integral to the operation of 406 MHz ELTs.
www.sarsat.noaa.gov - About the SARSAT system.
406 ELT Registration: Guidance on registering your 406 MHz ELT and updating registration information.
www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov - Registering your 406 ELT.
ICAO Annex 10, Volume III, ELT Standards: Details on international standards for ELTs, available from the International Civil Aviation Organization.
www.icao.org - ICAO Annex 10, Volume III.
COSPAS-SARSAT Technical Information: Additional details on the technical aspects of 406 MHz ELTs and the SARSAT system.
www.cospas-sarsat.org - About the SARSAT system and technical info.
European ELT Regulations: Information on European regulations concerning ELTs for aircraft operators.
www.easa.eu - European Union Aviation Safety Agency.
5. See Also
Additional references and documents related to ELT usage, installation, and compliance, available for a fee from ICAO and other regulatory bodies.
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