Appendix a – elt registration, Background information, A. hex id code – ACR&Artex ME406 ACE ELT User Manual

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ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604)

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APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION

TASK 25-62-30-990-801

1. Background Information

SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001

A. Hex ID Code

(1)

Each 406 MHz ELT is programmed with a unique hex ID code (i.e., registration code) that is

transmitted to the SAR satellite system. At a minimum, this code provides information

regarding:

(a)

Unique aircraft or ELT identification,

(b)

Country of origin, and

(c)

Latitude and longitude position data, if equipped with a navigation interface device.

SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-002

B. Reason for Registration

(1)

ELT registration aids the Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) in determining if an actual

emergency exists by accessing a database containing the registration information, which

facilitates inquiries as to the whereabouts of the aircraft, existence of a flight plan, etc.

(a)

Owner’s name,

(b)

Address,

(c)

Telephone number,

(d)

Aircraft type, and registration number.

SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-003

C. Registration Information Resources

(1)