Their airplane did not have an ELT, which could have led search teams to their location. Shays' provision requires ELTs to be installed in fixed-wing aircraft by January 1, 2002. It provides limited exemptions, including planes used for agricultural purposes, manufacturing or testing, air exhibition events, and large commercial aircraft already equipped with locator technology. The Secretary will be required to consider the views of representatives from organizations with an interest in helicopter noise reduction and the helicopter industry. I understand frustration with aircraft noise.
Noise pollution can be overwhelming, and diminishes quality of life.
Rep. Shays did vote against the final passage of AIR-21.