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Old 5th Jun 2008, 11:02
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ionagh
 
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I may be completely wrong!
No, pretty much spot on.

Most EPIRBs and PLBs are specifically designed to have the VHF radiated power level at a level that is guaranteed never to reach the satellite. It is only there for a close-in beacon.
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