ELTs that operate only on frequency 121.5 MHz will no longer be certified. The manufacture, importation, and sale of ELTs that operate only on frequency 121.5 MHz is prohibited beginning July 10, 2019. Existing ELTs that operate only on frequency 121.5 MHz must be operated as certified.
47 C.F.R. §87.195
At 76 FR 17352, Mar. 29, 2011, §87.195 was amended by revising the section heading, and adding introductory text, however these amendments could not be incorporated because the section is suspended. For the convenience of the user, the revised and added text is set forth as follows:
Effective Date Note: At 76 FR 17353, Mar. 29, 2011, §87.195 was stayed indefinitely.