PST Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 11 of 30
The time delay in detection and relaying of an EPIRB transmission in global mode can be up to:
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Direct Answer
Option B: 2 hours
While satellite processing is fast, the orbit of polar-orbiting satellites can result in a time delay. Under optimal conditions, this can be up to 2 hours before the signal is relayed to an MRCC.
All Options
A
30 minutes
B
2 hours
(Correct Answer)
C
1 hour
D
4 hours
Detailed Explanation & Context
While satellite processing is fast, the orbit of polar-orbiting satellites can result in a time delay. Under optimal conditions, this can be up to 2 hours before the signal is relayed to an MRCC.
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