Refer to the International Convention on Maritime Search
and Rescue (SAR), 1979 and to the following resolutions adopted by
the Organization: Homing capability of search and rescue (SAR) aircraft
(resolution A.225(VII)), Use of radar transponders for search and
rescue purposes (resolution A.530(13)), Search and rescue homing capability
(resolution A.616(15)) and International Aeronautical and Maritime
Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual (resolution A.894(21)).