Kannad 406 AF-H ELT (Helicopter)

KANNAD 406 ELT/AP-H (20502-04)

Specialist in pinpointing distresses by satellite and number one in 406 MHz maritime Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs), Martec Serpe-Iesm proposes the KANNAD 406 AP-H, Automatic Portable Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT).
The KANNAD 406 AP-H has been specifically developed to be installed on board helicopters in the flat position (to gain space compared with usual installations at 45° downwards).
When removed from its bracket and connected to the auxiliary antenna, the KANNAD 406 AP-H becomes an autonomous survival beacon operating on 3 frequencies (121.5/243.0/406MHz).

This new generation ELT offers all the latest improvements of the COSPAS-SARSAT system with the 406 MHz frequency at a price slightly over that of conventional two frequency ELTs:

GLOBAL COVERAGE thanks to COSPAS-SARSAT multiple satellite constellation
PRECISE PINPOINTING (<1NM) due to the unparalleled frequency accuracy of the 406 transmitter
IDENTIFICATION OF THE AIRCRAFT IN DISTRESS the ELT transmits a unique aircraft identification number
EFFICIENT PROCESS OF FALSE ALARMS to avoid costly search and rescue operations
The KANNAD 406 AP-H is programmed with either the aircraft tail number, a serial number or the aircraft operator designator. As the ELT does not need to be opened, this operation only takes a few minutes and can be carried out inside the aircraft.
The KANNAD 406 AP-H has been specifically developed for quick operations when time means money: the housing is velcro mounted and programming can be done automatically by plugging a programmed connector (programming dongle on option) to the ELT front panel. This means that the ELT can be easily replaced on board within seconds.
A remote control panel (on option) located in the cockpit allows manual activation and the self test of various operating parameters.
A buzzer and a led integrated to the ELT warns the pilot should an activation occur.
A navigation interface (ARINC429 or RS serial) can be added (on option) to download the position of the aircraft in the ELT. In this case COSPAS-SARSAT organization will receive the position in addition to the identification of the aircraft instantly.
Maintenance is limited to a monthly « self test » and the lamp flashing sequence indicates the test result. Battery replacement is only necessary every 6 years thanks to LiMnO2 technology. This represents a considerable improvement over standard generation ELTs with battery replacement necessary every year or every two years.
The KANNAD 406 AP-H is qualified in EUROPE with JTSO- 2C91a & JTSO-C126 in compliance with EUROCAE ED62 standard and by FAA with TSO-C91a and TSO-C126.