MART Vol. II MO/MP - NESA - Civil Air Patrol

Figure 7-11Take a piece of foil about one foot wide by about five feet long. Place the tipof the ELT antenna in the center of the foil and fold the foil down on both sides ofthe antenna. Let the ends lay flat against the fuselage; the flaps must extend atleast 18" beyond the antenna. Fold the two sides of the 'tent' together tocompletely enclose the antenna and securely tape the foil to the fuselage (use atape that won't damage the paint, such as masking tape).Whatever you do, do not leave an ELT/EPRIB in the alarm state unlessordered to do so by the IC/AFRCC. You will have to consult your IC, AFRCC,and/or law enforcement to silence the ELT if the above methods are not practical.Last but not least, ensure the aircraft owner is notified that the ELT wasdisabled. If you can't obtain a phone number, you can put a note on the aircraft(not a window) stating that the ELT has been disabled. Make your own notes andcarry some in the aircraft.Warning! Some newer aircraft have a rocket-propelled (ballistic) parachutesystem. The parachute usually is mounted on top of the fuselage just aft of therear window, hidden by the paint. Warning signs (see below) are stenciled oneither side. If the aircraft you have found has really suffered damage, stay clearof the aircraft.134