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Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. issued Service Notice No. SN020 to inform owners of ;C406-1, C406-1 HM, C406-2, C406-2 HM, B406-4 and G406-4 programmed with National and Standard Location Protocol and connected to an ELT to NAV Interface that a software deficiency detected in the programming protocol could, under specific circumstances, affect the accuracy of the position transmitted.

Artex has been working with Cospas/Sarsat on resolving the problem and a software update has been approved by the FAA and Cospas/Sarsat.

ELT models programmed with a different protocol and not connected to an ELT to NAV Interface are not affected.

In case of ELT activation during an emergency, the Cospas/Sarsat satellites as well as the Search and Rescue infrastructure will receive the 406 MHz signal and overcome the reduced location accuracy transmission through Doppler and DF and the life saving capability of the 406 MHz technology is not compromised.

Owners of affected ELTs will receive a letter through our OEM and distributor network communicating the software update requirement with instructions on how to administer the retrofit of their ELTs during the next annual maintenance procedures.

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Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. issued Service Notice No. SN019 to inform owners of C406-N and C406-N HM programmed with User Location Protocol that a software deficiency detected in the programming protocol could, under specific circumstances, affect the accuracy of the position transmitted. Artex has been working with Cospas/Sarsat on resolving the problem and a software update has been approved by the FAA and Cospas/Sarsat.

C406-N and C406-N HM ELT models programmed with a different protocol are not affected.

In case of ELT activation during an emergency, the Cospas/Sarsat satellites as well as the Search and Rescue infrastructure will receive the 406 MHz signal and overcome the reduced location accuracy transmission through Doppler and DF and the life saving capability of the 406 MHz technology is not compromised.

Owners of affected ELTs will receive a letter through our OEM and distributor network communicating the software update requirement with instructions on how to administer the retrofit of their ELTs during the next annual maintenance procedures.

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Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. located in Aurora, Oregon is proud to introduce ELT ME406 ACE. The ME406 ACE (for "Absolute Cost Efficiency") provides a simple and in-expensive upgrade solution from 121.5 MHz ACK systems to the new Artex 406 MHz ELT technology. No alterations requirements for remote switch cut-out on instrument panel, re-usability of existing wiring harness and mounting holes of the Artex mounting tray lining up with the ACK ELT allow for extremely simplified installation for maximum cost reduction.

Product brochure ME406 ACE

Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. located in Aurora, Oregon is proud to introduce ELT ME406 HM. The ME406 HM is based on the popular ME406 system known for being the smallest and lightest 406 MHz ELT in the market. The ME406 HM contains a multi-axis G-Switch for helicopter applications. The ME406 HM is the premier ELT to upgrade helicopter to the 406 MHz technology.

EASA approval received Nov. 9, 2005!
FAA approval received July 11, 2005!
Product brochure ME406

The release of these products once again demonstrates Artex' commitment to grow our product line and technology to meet the demanding needs of the aviation marketplace.