ELT 450 vs 451

[miyu1975]

Are people still flying with the ie.? Ameri King 450 vs the new 451 version...big price differance here? 150.00 vs 750.00 Thinking I am opting for the 450...just curious on your thoughts

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/...ameriking.html

[Ron Lee]

You might search for 121.5 vs 406 MHz. That is the issue. I have a 121.5 MHz unit and no desire to get 406 MHz. However, I will not be able to legally fly into some countries (eg Mexico after 2 April 2010).

CAP folks may diss my view but I have no faith that an ELT will activate...121.5 or 406 MHz.

I do carry a 406 MHz PLB with GPS which is more likely to result in my rescue if I am alive.

[Rick_A]

I've got a 450 and bought a PLB about 6 months ago. I been thinking about upgrading to a 451.

If I can find a good deal at Sun n Fun, I'll probably make the switch.

[miyu1975]

are the 450's going to be outlawed in the US at some point.??

[Ron Lee]

The issue again is 121.5 vs 406 MHz. I have seen no effort by the FAA to mandate 406 MHz ELTs. But I don't see everything. AOPA may have better insight into this.