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The author shares a troubling experience with the Ameri-King AK 451 406 MHz emergency locator transmitter (ELT), highlighting widespread failure rates. After purchasing the unit, it malfunctioned shortly after installation, leading to costly repair attempts and poor customer service. The narrative emphasizes concerns about the reliability of mandated safety equipment in aircraft.
In November 2000, I purchased a partially completed Kitfox Classic IV project. After six years of modifications, my first flight ended in an engine failure, leading to a crash. Through extensive repairs and engine upgrades to a VW engine, I addressed multiple issues such as fuel starvation, overheating, and valve problems, ultimately achieving successful flights.
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