Cabin Safety

Notfunkbake (ELT)

A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

Quick answer: A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

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Quick answer

A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

Why it matters

Notfunkbake (ELT) matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin Safety contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Notfunkbake (ELT)?

In this glossary, Notfunkbake (ELT) refers to: A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

How is Notfunkbake (ELT) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Nach der Notlandung aktivierte sich die Notfunkbake und übermittelte die Position des Flugzeugs an die Rettungskräfte."

Why does Notfunkbake (ELT) matter in aviation?

Notfunkbake (ELT) matters because it supports clear communication in Cabin Safety contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Notfunkbake (ELT)?

Notfunkbake (ELT) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Notfunkbake (ELT) belong to?

In this glossary, Notfunkbake (ELT) is grouped under Cabin Safety. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

Operational example

After the forced landing, the emergency locator transmitter activated and transmitted the aircraft’s position to rescue authorities.

Localized term

Notfunkbake (ELT)

Localized example

Nach der Notlandung aktivierte sich die Notfunkbake und übermittelte die Position des Flugzeugs an die Rettungskräfte.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Cabin Safety

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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