How important is beacon registration — really?
In this episode, we explore the critical role that registration plays in transforming a distress beacon from a flashing number into a life-saving signal. Whether it's an ELT, EPIRB, or PLB, registration is the link that makes rescue possible.

🔍 What you'll learn in this episode:

• The differences between ELTs, EPIRBs, and PLBs — and when each is used

• How beacon activation methods vary: G-switch, hydrostatic release, manual triggers

• Why registration data (Hex ID, MMSI, emergency contacts) is mission-critical for RCCs

• How false alerts are handled — and how registration helps avoid them

• Best practices for beacon testing, disposal, and staying compliant with evolving standards

🌐 Keywords:
distress beacon, ELT, EPIRB, PLB, beacon registration, 406 MHz, RCC, emergency contacts, false alerts, maritime rescue, aviation safety, personal locator beacon, SAR technology, GNSS, Hex ID, MMSI, AIS, SAR coordination, international standards, responsible beacon use

🎧 About Global SAR Hub – Mission Ready
Global SAR Hub – Mission Ready is the international podcast dedicated to the people, tools, and systems that make Search and Rescue possible around the world.
Multilingual and powered by AI, the podcast is designed to make SAR content accessible to the widest possible audience, through short, strategic, and engaging episodes.
Created by Nicolas — former MRCC watch supervisor with over 25 years of frontline SAR experience — and co-developed with Arthur and Tanguy, co-founders of Global SAR Hub, the podcast is part of a broader mission to share knowledge, stories, and insights from across the global SAR community.

🎯 Our mission: Support SAR professionals. Share field-tested expertise. Promote life-saving innovation — worldwide.

🔗 Learn more & connect:
🌐 Website: www.globalsarhub.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Global SAR Hub
📩 Contact: contact@globalsarhub.com
📡 Produced by: Global SAR Hub

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