A significant portion of ELT system failures occur outside the transmitter box. Technicians must use a Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) meter to ensure the antenna system efficiently radiates power. A VSWR reading higher than specified in the manual indicates a damaged antenna blade or water intrusion in the coaxial cable. 5. Regulatory Compliance and Logbook Entry
If you have access to the official manual, you would typically find sections covering: