Federal Aviation Regulations Practice Test

When is the latest a pilot can depart if their ELT inspection was due no more than 11 months ago?

1. They cannot depart

2. They can depart if it's within the inspection requirements

3. They should wait for the inspection to be completed

4. They must notify the FAA before departure

The correct answer is: They can depart if it's within the inspection requirements

A pilot can depart if the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) inspection was conducted no more than 11 months ago, as this falls within the regulatory requirements outlined in the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR). Specifically, the FAR states that an ELT must be inspected every 12 months to ensure it is functional and meets safety standards. Therefore, as long as the inspection has been done within the last 11 months, the pilot is compliant with the regulations and can safely depart without needing to complete another inspection prior to flight. The other options center around unnecessary restrictions or requirements. For example, there is no need for the pilot to refrain from departure if the inspection is current, nor is there a requirement to wait for an inspection to occur if it has been done within the acceptable timeframe. Additionally, the FAA does not need to be notified specifically in this scenario as long as the inspection interval is adhered to.