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Apply for registration of the ELT emergency transmitter
Service Description
Each 406 MHz ELT emergency device emits a unique identifier when activated. This can be used to
- alert the emergency services,
- assign emergency calls received to specific aircraft,
- inform the owners.
In order for an emergency call to be assigned to an aircraft, you as the owner must first register the ELT emergency transmitter code of your aircraft or have it changed if only data changes.
In particular, the ELT code must be reprogrammed or changed when the aircraft is imported from abroad or exported. This also applies to a change of ownership.
You can complete the following services with the application:
- Registration of the ELT emergency transmitter code
- Changing the registration of an ELT emergency transmitter code
To register or change an existing registration, you must enter the ELT code in accordance with the requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This is a 15-digit identification number that you receive from the manufacturer of your aircraft.
In the application, you must also provide general information about the aircraft and state its location. You must name at least one emergency contact. However, it is strongly recommended that you provide at least 2 emergency contacts.
When you register or amend an existing registration, the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt will have the necessary information regarding the ELT emergency transmitter.
Process flow
You can apply to register or change the registration of an ELT emergency transmitter code online or by post, e-mail or fax.
Online application:
- Go to the federal portal verwaltung.bund.de and complete the online application.
- You can upload your documents directly.
- Submit the application online.
- The Luftfahrt-Bundesamt will check your application.
- You will receive a decision and a fee notice.
- Once you have paid the fees, you can retrieve the notification of registration or change.
By post, e-mail and fax:
- Call up the forms for registering or changing the registration of an emergency transmitter code on the LBA website.
- Complete the forms and compile the required documents.
- Send all documents to the LBA.
- The next steps are the same as for the online application.
Requirements
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You have an aircraft at your disposal,
- which does not yet have an ELT emergency transmitter code registration (application for registration) or
- which already has an ELT emergency transmitter code registration (application for change of registration).
- You are the owner of the aircraft concerned or a representative.
Which documents are required?
- Application for registration or change of registration of a COSPAS/SARSAT emergency transmitter 406MHZ
for private individuals, sole traders and organizations that do not have their residence/registered office in Germany:
- Authorization to serve and receive documents
for the representation of private individuals or sole proprietors or for the application or representation of companies, associations or GbRs:
- Proof of authorization to represent (for your organization)
for registration or change of registration of an air sports device:
- Extract from the register of air sports equipment
Please refer to the application form to find out which (further) documents are required in your case.
What are the fees?
Fee: 50,00 EURPayment in advance: NoFor the registration of the ELT emergency transmitter code. You will receive a notification with a QR code for payment.
Fee: 25,00 EURPayment in advance: NoFor changing the ELT emergency transmitter code. You will receive a notification with a QR code for payment.
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
There is no deadline.
Processing duration
Processing Time: 1 - 5 Working daysThe processing time may vary in individual cases. You can ask the Federal Aviation Office for the current status.
Legal basis
Applications / forms
- Objection
- Further information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the notification of your application to register or change an ELT emergency transmitter code.
What else should I know?
There are no indications or special features.
Further Information
Author
Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA)
The text was automatically translated based on the German content.
- 406 MHz emergency transmitter (ELT) Registration
Remark: Display of performance in the source portal
Technically approved by
Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport Affairs (BMDV)
Professionally released on
16.08.2022
Source: Zuständigkeitsfinder Thüringen (Linie6PLus)
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