Cabin Safety

Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (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

Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (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 Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT)?

In this glossary, Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (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 Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Sau khi hạ cánh khẩn cấp, thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp được kích hoạt và gửi vị trí máy bay cho đội cứu hộ."

Why does Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT) matter in aviation?

Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (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 Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT)?

Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT) belong to?

In this glossary, Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (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

Thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp (ELT)

Localized example

Sau khi hạ cánh khẩn cấp, thiết bị phát tín hiệu định vị khẩn cấp được kích hoạt và gửi vị trí máy bay cho đội cứu hộ.

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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