sensors Mode-S transponder

3DFA59

ICAO 24-bit transponder address · allocated to Germany

Currently assigned to D-HPBD · AIRBUS HELICOPTERS EC-145

Hex
3DFA59
Octal
17375131
Decimal
4,061,785
Country
DE
Tail
D-HPBD
Type
EC45
Broadcasting now · callsign EDL4 · 2,400 ft
Flights observed
21
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
DE
Last broadcast
1h ago

Current position

3DFA59 is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Country allocation

The ICAO 24-bit address 3DFA59 falls within the block assigned to Germany (DE) by ICAO Annex 10, Volume III. Every aircraft registered in Germany receives a permanent address from this block at the time of registration; the address stays with the airframe even if the aircraft is re-registered to a different operator within the country.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
EDL4 - 21 2026-04-18

Recent flights last 21

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-18 EDL4 - Apr 18, 17:45 UTCApr 18, 18:15 UTC30m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 17:25 UTCApr 17, 17:45 UTC20m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 14:10 UTCApr 17, 15:05 UTC54m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 11:50 UTCApr 17, 13:00 UTC1h 10m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 11:20 UTCApr 17, 11:45 UTC25m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 10:40 UTCApr 17, 11:15 UTC35m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 09:20 UTCApr 17, 09:45 UTC25m
2026-04-17 EDL4 - Apr 17, 07:50 UTCApr 17, 09:15 UTC1h 25m
2026-04-16 EDL4 - Apr 16, 19:20 UTCApr 16, 20:35 UTC1h 15m
2026-04-16 EDL4 - Apr 16, 13:15 UTCApr 16, 14:10 UTC55m
2026-04-16 EDL4 - Apr 16, 10:25 UTCApr 16, 11:04 UTC40m
2026-04-16 EDL4 - Apr 16, 09:10 UTCApr 16, 09:39 UTC30m
2026-04-16 EDL4 - Apr 16, 07:49 UTCApr 16, 09:05 UTC1h 15m
2026-04-15 EDL4 - Apr 15, 13:01 UTCApr 15, 13:40 UTC40m
2026-04-15 EDL4 - Apr 15, 09:00 UTCApr 15, 09:45 UTC45m
2026-04-15 EDL4 - Apr 15, 07:50 UTCApr 15, 08:55 UTC1h 5m
2026-04-14 EDL4 - Apr 14, 18:30 UTCApr 14, 18:45 UTC15m
2026-04-14 EDL4 - Apr 14, 12:50 UTCApr 14, 13:45 UTC55m
2026-04-14 EDL4 - Apr 14, 12:10 UTCApr 14, 12:45 UTC35m
2026-04-14 EDL4 - Apr 14, 09:25 UTCApr 14, 09:55 UTC30m
2026-04-14 EDL4 - Apr 14, 08:30 UTCApr 14, 09:05 UTC35m

About Mode-S

A Mode-S transponder code (also called an "ICAO 24-bit address" or "hex code") is a 6-character hexadecimal identifier permanently assigned to an aircraft when it's first registered. Unlike callsigns (which change with each flight) or registrations (which can change if an aircraft is sold internationally), the Mode-S address stays with the airframe for the life of the aircraft in that country.

Every ADS-B transmission from an aircraft includes its Mode-S address, making it the most reliable way to identify a specific airframe. Flight-tracking services like Apparatus use the Mode-S address as the primary key for tying position broadcasts, callsigns, and ownership records together.

Prefer a tail-number view? See the D-HPBD page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S 3DFA59 frequently asked

What is Mode-S code 3DFA59?
3DFA59 is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Allocated to Germany. Assigned to D-HPBD.
Where is Mode-S 3DFA59 registered?
Mode-S code 3DFA59 is allocated to Germany (DE). All aircraft registered there receive a Mode-S address from a fixed block defined by ICAO Annex 10.
Is 3DFA59 broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S 3DFA59 is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex 3DFA59, octal 17375131, decimal 4,061,785.
What flights does 3DFA59 operate?
Mode-S 3DFA59 has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including EDL4.