406 ELT Mandate in Canada

Since November 25th, 2020, amendments to the Canadian Aviation Regulations mandate that Canadian aircraft have to be equipped with an ELT capable of broadcasting simultaneously on frequencies of 406 MHz and 121.5 MHz like our Kannad Integra Line.

COSPAS-SARSAT ceased monitoring the 121.5 MHz frequency. Downed aircraft carrying only a 121.5 MHz ELT on board are at risk of not being detected. The
mandate increases the likelihood of a successful rescue of passengers and flight crew of a downed aircraft, saving more lives.

Air operators, private operators, recreational operators and foreign aircraft operating in Canada should comply with the new 406 Mandate (with the exception of gliders, balloons, airships, ultra-light aeroplanes and gyroplanes).

• November 2021 for air operators, private operators, and foreign aircraft operating in Canada
• November 2025 for recreational operators

Rather than investing in the maintenance of a 121.5MHz ELT and for your safety, we recommend that you upgrade as soon as you can to a 406MHz ELT.