Question 17 of 30
Which onboard equipment will detect a signal from a search and rescue radar transponder (SART)?
A
S-band radar
B
Digital selective calling (DSC) receiver
C
Satellite communication terminals
D
X-band radar
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: X-band radar.
A SART is designed to operate in the 9 GHz band (X-band). When pulsed by an X-band radar, the SART sends back a specific response that appears on the radar display as a line of 12 dots.