Can I fly without an ELT?

No person may operate a U.S. Registered civil airplane unless: There is attached to the airplane, an approved automatic type ELT in operable condition. Except after June 21, 1995, an ELT that meets the requirements of TSO-C91 may not be used for new installations (see FAR 91.207 for more)



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