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An ELT is a "set it and forget it" device until an emergency strikes. Regular checks prevent: from long-term storage. Signal failure due to antenna degradation. Legal non-compliance with aviation authorities. 🛠️ The Maintenance Checklist 1. Visual Inspection

Connect a wattmeter and dummy load. Activate the ELT in test mode (as per manual: set mode switch to "TEST" for <5 seconds). Output should be within 70-100% of rated power.

Because the Air Precision ELT 96 contains lithium-based batteries (in most configurations) and hazardous inertia switches, it is classified as dangerous goods during transit.

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A comprehensive list of failure modes, such as: