406 MHz GPS Emergency Locator Transmitter The all new ARTEX ELT 3000 is a transport-grade Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) that is truly integrated. The compact form factor is coupled with the integrated NAV interface (ARINC429 or RS232) which omits the requirement and expense of installing a separate NAV interface unit and provides significant reductions in weight and cost.

ELTEmergency Locator Transmitter 3000 406 MHz How the ARTEX ELT 3000 works The ARTEX ELT 3000 can be activated manually (via cockpit remote switch) or automatically (the G-Switch senses a 2.3G or greater impact), and alerts the closest Search and Rescue agency of an emergency. The 406 MHz signal, containing the aircraft GPS coordinates, is transmitted to the Cospas-Sarsat satellites and relayed to the Mission Control Center where it is immediately routed to the nearest Search and Rescue agency. The beacon will provide first responders with the exact location to within 100 meters. Finally, the...