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Transponder Codes Made Easy: A Pilot’s Survival List

Pilot Institute

Pilots and ATCs daily use transponder codes, also known as squawk codes. Lets examine the key transponder codes, what they mean, and how useful they can be when used correctly. Lets examine the key transponder codes, what they mean, and how useful they can be when used correctly. What Are Transponder Codes?

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Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 2007 American Legend Aircraft AL3 Classic Cub

Plane and Pilot

The seller reports cruising at a true airspeed (TAS) of 85 mph and 6 gallons per hour at 3,000 feet. Unlike many J-3-based Cubs, this example has a full electrical system, enabling easy starts, and a panel-mounted radio and transponder. Both the airframe and engine have 996 hours of operation since new.

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ADS-B UPDATE 2025

Universal Weather

be equipped with an appropriate transponder with ADS-B Out capabilities that performs to the Minimum Operational Performance Standards of RTCA DO-260B, or newer; and have antenna capability for broadcast toward both ground-based as well as space-based ADS-B receivers. For more information, see AIP ENR 1.6.3.

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ADS-B UPDATE 2024– WHERE ARE WE NOW?

Universal Weather

be equipped with an appropriate transponder with ADS-B Out capabilities that performs to the Minimum Operational Performance Standards of RTCA DO-260B, or newer; and have antenna capability for broadcast toward both ground-based as well as space-based ADS-B receivers. For more information, see AIP ENR 1.6.3.

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IFR Flight Planning: Best Tips for Pilots

Pilot Institute

True airspeed. Note : These systems only detect aircraft with operating transponders. Filing an IFR flight plan is easy and involves the following two steps: 1. Gather Essential Information Aircraft identification. Type of flight. Aircraft type and special equipment. Departure point. Proposed departure time. Cruising altitude.