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AMSA 50

Notification of flare demonstration (form 50)


Overview

You can use this form to notify AMSA of your intention to hold a demonstration of a distress signal or device (eg flares) that could be mistaken for a real distress situation.

You must ensure this form arrives approximately one week before your planned demonstration.

Submitting the form

You can submit this form to:

Joint Rescue Coordination Centre
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
GPO Box 2181
Canberra City ACT 2601

Fax: 02 6230 6868

Email: rccaus@amsa.gov.au

Last updated: 16 July 2025