Abnormal and Emergency Considerations

Knowledge check · Getting Found and Getting Out: ELTs, Equipment and Egress

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Emergency locator transmitters · Topic mastery: Not started

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How does a modern 406 MHz ELT improve on the older 121.5 MHz type?

It transmits a digital signal to satellites with better location accuracy and identification
It requires no battery
It only works on the ground before takeoff
It replaces the need for a transponder