A U.S. Coast Guard Approved alternative to flares!The SOS Distress Light is the first and only LED Visual Distress Signal Device that meets U.S. Coast Guard requirements to completely replace traditional pyrotechnic flares. Unlike traditional flares, this electronic flare never expires which solves the challenge of flare disposal.Onmni-directional horizontal beam plus vertical beam:SOS Distress Light is an LED SOS visual distress signal powered by a high-performance, programmable microprocessor controlling an SOS signal flashed though a potent CREE LED bulb. Provides an omni-directional light display for surface rescue craft and a vertical beam visible to aircraft flying overhead.Safer Than Flares; Safe for the EnvironmentThe SOS Distress Light is the first and only LED Visual Distress Signal device accepted to completely replace dangerous and environmentally harmful pyrotechnic flaresComplies with all U.S. Coast Guard requirements for "Night Visual Distress Signals" 46 CFR 161.013When combined with the included daytime distress signal flag, meets all USCG Federal Requirements for carriage of day and nightDesigned, engineered, patented, and produced in the USAOne time purchase: no expiration date and no disposal is neededFamily SafeSimple On/Off switchVisible for over 10 nautical milesEnvironmentally safe battery-operatedPowered by three C-batteries (sold separately)Buoyant, and lightweight SOS Distress Light, can be handheld, tethered or hoisted aloftLasts hours compared to flares, which last minutes, or meteor flares which last mere secondsDistress Flag IncludedThe Coast Guard-compliant Orange Distress Flag fulfills the legal requirement for "Day Visual Distress Signal for Boats" (46 CFR 160.072)The black square and black circle pattern on this orange 36" x 36" Distress Flag has proven to be a literal lifesaver in countless daytime aerial searchesMade from a durable orange plastic with brass grommets in each corner, the distress flag, when paired with the SOS C-1001 visual distress signal, meets USCG Federal Requirements for carriage of day and night visual distress signalsIncludes cord for