Beech Model 200 Super King AirWaterlogged ELTATC advised crew the ELT may be inadvertently transmitting. Inspection revealed the ELT was filled with water, possibly due to a heavy rainstorm the previous day. The ELT was replaced and the aircraft returned to service.
Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) exhibit a wide range of malfunctions, including failure to activate in actual accidents, uncommanded false activations, G-switch failures, and issues with power or transmission.
Recurring problems are noted with specific ELT manufacturers, particularly AmeriKing, which is linked to high failure rates for false alarms and is unable to service units due to an FAA cease and desist order.
ELT issues stem from various causes such as environmental damage (waterlogging), defective components (G-switches, batteries), and general operational errors, significantly impacting their reliability.
ATC advised crew the ELT may be inadvertently transmitting. Inspection revealed the ELT was filled with water, possibly due to a heavy rainstorm the previous day. The ELT was replaced and the aircraft returned to service.
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