Shouldn't CAP lead the way?

Started by RiverAux, December 14, 2006, 09:14:21 PM

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RiverAux

A member on another CAP discussion list made a very good point today -- Shouldn't CAP be leading the way in upgrading the ELTs in our fleet from 121.5 to 406? 

Al Sayre

I think they probably plan to phase them in along with the new aircraft...
Lt Col Al Sayre
MS Wing Staff Dude
Admiral, Great Navy of the State of Nebraska
GRW #2787

RiverAux

We're not getting that many new aircraft quickly enough for that to make a big impact on the overall fleet. 

bosshawk

the transition from 121.5 to 406 ELTs in CAP aircraft has been underway for about two years, that I know of.  The 206 in the Sq that I just left had a 406 installed over a year ago.  It isn't a new aircraft, 1972, in fact.  I believe that most of the CAWG aircraft(26) have the new ELTs installed.

Pretty pricey: installation alone runs $1800.  I can't remember what the unit costs.
Paul M. Reed
Col, USA(ret)
Former CAP Lt Col
Wilson #2777

ELTHunter

Can't we just get all the comm equipment first.
Maj. Tim Waddell, CAP
SER-TN-170
Deputy Commander of Cadets
Emergency Services Officer