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406 MHz Training Beacon Requirements

Civil Air Patrol provides 406 MHz training beacons to support realistic training for airborne Becker and Rhotheta direction-finding units. These beacons are set to a test protocol to minimize accidental activations, but coordination is essential to avoid potential issues.

Training Coordination and Requirements:

  • Wings must follow NOAA’s guidance for notifying the SARSAT US Mission Control Center (USMCC).

  • Training must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance for 1-3 beacons. For 4-6 beacons, a 30-day notice is required. Using 7 or more is prohibited.

  • CAP members must submit a Beacon Test Request Form to the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at AFRCC.Console@us.af.mil for approval.

If you have any questions, contact do@capnhq.gov

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