ELT

[Robert M]

Just got one delivered today, an ACK E-01 ELT. If it gets outlawed then I've wasted $150 (shipping included) if not, then I've saved $850. The price will come down and the savings won't be as great if I need to buy a new one.

I've read a lot of "missing aircraft" reports about how planes go missing in mountains or wooded areas never to be found. Where was the ELT then - probably damaged beyond use. When it comes to a permanently mounted ELT - I'll go with the minimums to stay legal 'cause I just don't think they are gonna survive the crash any more than I am.

[N941WR]

Originally Posted by Robert M

Just got one delivered today, an ACK E-01 ELT. If it gets outlawed then I've wasted $150 (shipping included) if not, then I've saved $850. The price will come down and the savings won't be as great if I need to buy a new one...

Robert,

Call or email ACK and ask them about their upgrade program and what wires you will need to run from your panel to the ELT when/if you upgrade to a 406 unit, then run those wires now. That way when/if they mandate us to move to 406 the upgrade will be easier.

[Robert M]

Will do!

Dang! All I wanted to say was will do and it said I had to type more words - so I did.

[tomcostanza]

You may not need to spend $1000. ACK has one awaiting approval in the $600 range. More than a VHF unit, but less than a grand.

http://www.ackavionics.com/index.html


Clear skies,