sensors Mode-S transponder

406CAA

ICAO 24-bit transponder address · allocated to United Kingdom

Currently assigned to G-GDFU · BOEING 737-800

Hex
406CAA
Octal
20066252
Decimal
4,222,122
Country
GB
Tail
G-GDFU
Type
B738
Photo of G-GDFU
Broadcasting now · callsign EXS557 · 37,000 ft
Flights observed
13
Distinct callsigns
8
Country
GB
Last broadcast
20h ago

Current position

406CAA is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Country allocation

The ICAO 24-bit address 406CAA falls within the block assigned to United Kingdom (GB) by ICAO Annex 10, Volume III. Every aircraft registered in United Kingdom 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 8 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
EXS44QA - 3 2026-04-13
EXS8VW - 2 2026-04-13
EXS3XZ - 2 2026-04-14
EXS26BV - 2 2026-04-13
EXS82PX - 1 2026-04-14
EXS4NJ - 1 2026-04-13
EXS41N - 1 2026-04-13
EXS37HU Jet2.com 1 2026-04-12

Recent flights last 13

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-14 EXS82PX - Apr 14, 09:10 UTCApr 14, 11:05 UTC1h 55m
2026-04-14 EXS3XZ - Apr 14, 07:10 UTCApr 14, 07:35 UTC25m
2026-04-14 EXS3XZ - Apr 14, 05:15 UTCApr 14, 07:10 UTC1h 55m
2026-04-13 EXS4NJ - Apr 13, 20:00 UTCApr 13, 20:10 UTC10m
2026-04-13 EXS44QA - Apr 13, 16:15 UTCApr 13, 18:40 UTC2h 25m
2026-04-13 EXS44QA - Apr 13, 15:50 UTCApr 13, 18:40 UTC2h 50m
2026-04-13 EXS44QA - Apr 13, 14:25 UTCApr 13, 16:15 UTC1h 50m
2026-04-13 EXS41N - Apr 13, 10:30 UTCApr 13, 11:40 UTC1h 10m
2026-04-13 EXS26BV - Apr 13, 08:20 UTCApr 13, 09:10 UTC50m
2026-04-13 EXS26BV - Apr 13, 08:05 UTCApr 13, 08:15 UTC10m
2026-04-13 EXS8VW - Apr 13, 00:20 UTCApr 13, 02:00 UTC1h 40m
2026-04-12 EXS8VW - Apr 12, 23:55 UTCApr 13, 02:00 UTC2h 5m
2026-04-12 EXS37HU FAO → NCL Apr 12, 17:15 UTCApr 12, 19:35 UTC2h 20m

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 G-GDFU page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S 406CAA frequently asked

What is Mode-S code 406CAA?
406CAA is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Allocated to United Kingdom. Assigned to G-GDFU.
Where is Mode-S 406CAA registered?
Mode-S code 406CAA is allocated to United Kingdom (GB). All aircraft registered there receive a Mode-S address from a fixed block defined by ICAO Annex 10.
Is 406CAA broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S 406CAA is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex 406CAA, octal 20066252, decimal 4,222,122.
What flights does 406CAA operate?
Mode-S 406CAA has broadcast 8 distinct callsigns, including EXS44QA, EXS8VW, EXS3XZ, EXS26BV, EXS82PX.