SURVIVAL RADIO EQUIPMENT
A self-buoyant, water resistant, portable emergency radio signating device which operates from its own power source on 121.5 and/or 243 MHz, preferably on both emergency frequencies, transmitting a distinctive downward swept audio tone for homing purposes, which may or may not have voice capability, and which is capable of operation by unskilled persons. This type equipment is agreed upon internationally for extended overwater operations and is presently required for all carriers engaged in extended overwater operations.