Appendix a – elt registration, Background information, A. hex id code – ACR&Artex C406-N User Manual
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DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
C406-N (453-5060), C406-N HM (453-5061)
APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION
TASK 25-62-13-990-801
1. Background Information
SUBTASK 25-62-13-990-001
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, when connected to aircraft navigation system.
SUBTASK 25-62-13-990-002
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 25-62-13-990-003
C. Registration Information Resources
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