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When may an analog 121.5 MHz ELT be tested on the airplane?

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  1. Any time, as long as it is short
  2. During the first 5 minutes after any hour
  3. Only between midnight and 6 a.m.

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References

  1. AIM 6-2-4, Emergency Locator Transmitter www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap6_section_2.html Checked 2026-10-09.

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