RE: [Paddlewise] EPIRB vs PLB; with and without GPS

From: rebyl_kayak <rebyl_kayak_at_energysustained.com>
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 21:41:54 +1000
Paul wrote
>Best one I can think of is this. It calls itself a PLB but has 48 hour
>capability - what does that mean under the Australian regs ?
>McMurdo FastFind MaxG PLB with GPS and 48 Hour Battery
>http://www.safetyatsea.co.nz/epirb.asp
<http://www.safetyatsea.co.nz/epirb.asp>


G'Day and thanks Paul,

That looks like an interesting option. I don't believe it is a substitute
because of the requirement for an EPIRB to float in water so as to provide an
optimal signal but I'll check with AMSA on Monday.

All the best, PeterO
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