Proposed Rule: Inspect Jumper Wire on Diamond DA20-C1 Emergency Locator Transmitters
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The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a rule that would require owners of Diamond DA20-C1 airplanes to check a wire in the emergency locator transmitter. The transmitter is the device that broadcasts your location to rescuers if the plane crashes.
Why it matters: This matters because the emergency locator transmitter is a critical safety device. If the missing wire prevents the beacon from turning on, search and rescue teams will not receive the distress signal, making it harder to find the plane after an accident. The FAA estimates the inspection will cost about $85 per plane in labor, and fixing the wire will cost about $88 if needed. This is a proposed rule, so it is not yet law.
Who it affects
- Owners and operators of Diamond Aircraft Industries Model DA20-C1 airplanes registered in the United States.
The Federal Aviation Administration published this proposed rule in the Federal Register; check the docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2026-4636 for the full text and to submit comments.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document