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ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) inspection during preflight should verify
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✓ the device is properly mounted, the antenna is intact, and (if installed in the cabin) you can hear or see the test signal when briefly armed per the POH.correct
Limited ELT testing on 121.5 is allowed only during the first 5 minutes of any UTC hour, maximum three sweeps. Pilot ELT preflight: confirm proper mounting, antenna intact and connected, no obvious damage. Per AIM 6-2-4 and AC 91-44, brief 121.5 testing is permitted during the first 5 minutes of any UTC hour with no more than 3 audio sweeps to avoid false alerts. Annual inspection per 91.207(d) is the formal requirement.
you can shake it and hear it rattle.
Shake-test risks accidental activation.
the battery is removed for the season.
Battery must remain installed and current.
no inspection is required if registered.
Registration alone doesn't substitute for inspection.
Why
Limited ELT testing on 121.5 is allowed only during the first 5 minutes of any UTC hour, maximum three sweeps. Pilot ELT preflight: confirm proper mounting, antenna intact and connected, no obvious damage. Per AIM 6-2-4 and AC 91-44, brief 121.5 testing is permitted during the first 5 minutes of any UTC hour with no more than 3 audio sweeps to avoid false alerts. Annual inspection per 91.207(d) is the formal requirement.
FAA source: 14 CFR 91.207, AIM 6-2-4; 14 CFR 91.207; AIM 6-2-4 Search and Rescuebrowse the reference library →
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