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AMSA 6

406 MHz distress beacon registration (form 6)


Overview

You can use this form to register an Australian coded distress beacon of the following types:

  • a maritime distress beacon (EPIRB)
  • an aviation distress beacon (ELT)
  • a personal locator beacon (PLB).

In Australia you do not need to use this form if you register your beacon on our beacons website. You will be registered sooner if you register online.

Submitting the form

Submit the form by emailing ausbeacon@amsa.gov.au

Contact us if you need help accessing this form.

Last updated: 5 November 2024