Two problems with that theory. One, the tracks in the muddy spot in the parking lot. There was fresh evidence of multiple vehicles in the parking lot that is otherwise usually empty. The neighbors across the road said they had seen people in uniforms there earlier in the day, too. And, two, the person on the other end knew I owned the airport and was very knowledgable about airplanes. I think the person who called was CAP, but not from the local office.
It really surprised me that they would even think about breaking down the door. I mean, an ELT will only squawk for 24 hours or so before the battery goes dead. I see no reason to break the door down for something like that.
"I mean, an ELT will only squawk for 24 hours or so before the battery goes dead."
In the meantime, every Rescue and first response unit in North Amerca is going nuts....
The priority is to find the ELT, because someone on the other end may need help.