emergency locator transmitter
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emergency locator transmitter
[ə′mər·jən·sē ′lō‚kād·ər tranz‚mid·ər] (navigation)
A transmitter designed for use in locating downed aircraft or vessels in distress. Abbreviated ELT.
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