91.207(2) PLBs

[wilkersk]

So, FAR 91.207 (2) says I must have "an approved personal type, OR and approved automatic type emergency locator transmitter..."

My question is, what is an approved personal type emergency locator transmitter? Can I velcro my ACR ResQlink to the instrument panel of my tiny EAB and call it good?

Yes, its a 2-seater, and yes I plan to go further than 50nm from my home base.

 

[James331]

§1.1 General definitions.
Approved, unless used with reference to another person, means approved by the FAA or any person to whom the FAA has delegated its authority in the matter concerned, or approved under the provisions of a bilateral agreement between the United States and a foreign country or jurisdiction.



https://www.acrartex.com/products/c...s/resqlink-plb/#sthash.hXv58yKC.zlvzeV3K.dpbs

Under their approvals I don't see anything from the FAA, though I do see a sarsat one, you could call them and ask if they are FAA approved, my guess would be no.

 

[GlennAB1]

This is old but may help:
http://www.flyingmag.com/avionics-gear/pilot-supplies/buyers-guide-personal-locator-beacons