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The Civil Aviation (Aeronautical Search and Rescue) Regulations, 2025
28. Procedures for a pilot-in-command intercepting a distress transmission
Edition: 2026-03-03 · In force
28. Procedures for a pilot-in-command intercepting a distress transmission
(1)Whenever a distress transmission is intercepted by a pilot-in-command of an aircraft, the pilot shall, if feasible—(a)acknowledge the distress transmission;(b)record the position of the craft in distress if given;(c)take a bearing on the transmission;(d)inform the appropriate rescue coordination centre or air traffic services unit of the distress transmission, giving all available information; and(e)at the pilot’s discretion, while awaiting instructions, proceed to the distress position given in the transmission; and(f)attempt to establish communications with the person(s) in distress.(2)Whenever a pilot monitors 121.5 MHz, and intercepts a transmission from a distress beacon, the pilot shall also—(a)record, and report as soon as possible, the position where the transmission was first received;(b)not alter any settings for squelch on the aircraft’s radio; and(c)if feasible, continue to monitor the frequency until such time as the signal ceases, and inform the appropriate rescue coordination centre or air traffic services unit of such.