8.5 Distress Signals
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8.5 Distress Signals

  8.5.1 At least twelve parachute flares capable of giving a high altitude red light should be provided in the control compartment.

  8.5.2 If the parachute flares provided are not of the self-propelled type, a suitable means of firing them should be provided.

  8.5.3 One portable signalling lamp capable of operating independently of the craft's main electrical supply should be provided and maintained ready for use in the control compartment at all times.


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