Civil Aviation Rules require you to register a new beacon with the Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ).

See Rule 91.529 Aircraft emergency location system (AELS) and ELT

If you buy or sell an aircraft, it’s important the new owner/operator registers with RCCNZ.

Registration is free.

To register a new beacon, or change details, go to www.beacons.org.nz(external link)

RCCNZ will acknowledge your registration.

For more information email 406registry@maritimenz.govt.nz