Kannad Launches New Retrofit Pack for Replacement of Ameri-King ELTs

Orolia today announced a new Kannad ELT solution for aircraft owners wanting to replace Ameri-King ELTs affected by a recent Federal Aviation Administration AD.

January 16, 2017 - Orolia, the global leader in resilient positioning, navigation and timing systems, today announced a new Kannad ELT solution for aircraft owners wanting to replace Ameri-King ELTs affected by a recent Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive (Docket No. FAA-2016-6673). The new Kannad Ameri-Fit pack includes the INTEGRA AF emergency locator transmitter (ELT) for fixed-wing aircraft or the INTEGRA AF-H for rotary wing aircraft, a universal mounting bracket, RC103 remote control panel, and adapter cable and coupler specifically designed for this application. The new pack is available through Kannad's distribution network, including Aircraft Spruce, Edmo Distributors, and Mid Continent."In today's aviation environment, a reliable ELT is critical to a pilot's confidence in the operational integrity of the aircraft and its equipment, and our Kannad INTEGRA ELT fills this role perfectly," said Christian Belleux, Aviation Product Line Director at Orolia. "We've produced more than 65,000 ELTs through the years -- the choice of 30 OEMS. The INTEGRA, with its 10-year warranty, is one of our most popular models and now we've made it even easier to install as a replacement for the affected Ameri-King models." The FAA's AD, effective as of Oct. 24, was "prompted by multiple reports of ELT failure and a report of noncompliance to quality standards and manufacturer processes related to Ameri-King Corporation ELTs." The AD requires operators of affected ELTs to continually inspect and verify compliant operation and to take corrective action when necessary, including replacement of the affected ELT.The FAA AD affects Ameri-King Corporation Model AK-450 and AK-451 series emergency locator transmitters (ELTs). These ELTs are installed on a variety of general aviation fixed and rotor wing aircraft from a variety of manufacturers including Cessna, Beechcraft, Diamond, Cirrus, Robinson, Mooney and Piper. The INTEGRA ELT, unlike traditional ELTs that rely on the aircraft GPS and broadcast antennae, can use its own internal GPS and back-up antennae to ensure communication with the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite network in the event of an accident, providing key positioning data for better location accuracy and a higher chance of rescue. The unit, which features a 10-year warranty instead of the more common 2-year warranty, weighs less than one kilogram, uses both 121.5 and 406MHz frequencies and features a six-year battery.About OroliaOrolia is the world leader in resilient positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) solutions that improve the reliability, performance and safety of customers' critical, remote or high-risk operations. Orolia is the first company to provide an end-to-end solution for satellite search and rescue technology, from distress beacons through its Kannad (ELTs) and McMurdo (PLBs) brands to ground infrastructure and mission control centers. Orolia - Company information:Thomas LefebvreAviation & Military Product Marketing ManagerEmail: thomas.lefebvre@orolia.comCell: (+33) (0)6 59 59 34 15Press enquiries:Doug OliverPR consultantEmail: dougoliver13@hotmail.comPhone: +1 316 250 8266