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Artex ME406 Whip Antenna

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Part# 11-06978
MFR Model# 110-773

Overview

The ME406 features a small overall size and single antenna output feeding a wire whip antenna which transmits on both frequencies.
   
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Q&A

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Q: What is the length of the Artex ME406 Whip Antenna? Can the upper part of the antenna be bent 90&#-1089;

The Artex ME406 Whip Antenna is 14 inches long. As for bending the antenna, it is not designed for nor is it recommended that the antenna be bent.

Q: What speed is this Artex ME406 Whip antenna rated to?

Maximum airspeed of 200 KIAS (knots indicated airspeed at sea level).

Q: The Description says both frequencies. But the the Artex ME406 ELT is capable of transmitting on three frequencies 121.5, 243 and 406 MHZ. These three bands are required per DO-204 Minimal Operational Performance Standards of 406 MHZ Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT). Can you please confirm?

Per the manufacturer, this unit will only transmit on 121.5 and 406.

Q: What size ground plane does this Artex ME406 antenna require?

Per Artex: "If a ground plane is required, we recommend that you follow FAA AC 43.13-2B.310 when installing an antenna on non-metal aircrafts."

Q: Will this antenna work with the Artex ELT 345?

Yes, this will work with the 345.

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