The Model 3000 (AF/AP) and 3000 (AF) which have been in production for twenty years are now revised to incorporate the upgrades of RTCA DO-183 for emergency locator transmitters. The new models, designated 3000-10 (AF/AP) and 3000-11 (AF) are interchangeable with existing units in form, fit and function. The mounting bracket, directly interchangeable with the current design, has been
The COSPAS/SARSAT search and rescue network will discontinue monitoring the current 121.5/243.0 MHz frequencies as of Feb. 1, 2009. The 121.5/243.0 MHz frequencies will continue to be monitored on a voluntary basis by overflying aircraft and utilized by the current search and rescue organizations. After this date, the COSPAS/SARSAT will monitor only 406 MHz. The 406 MHz aircraft ELT, defined by COSPAS/SARSAT operational specifications, incorporates many new features and improvements for search and rescue.
Avionics - ELTs & PLBs - Pointer
