sensors Mode-S transponder

4D21FF

ICAO 24-bit transponder address · allocated to Malta

Currently assigned to 9H-EFA · PIPER PA-28-140/150/160/180

Hex
4D21FF
Octal
23220777
Decimal
5,054,975
Country
MT
Tail
9H-EFA
Type
P28A
No current signal · last broadcast 2d ago
Flights observed
1
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
MT
Last broadcast
2d ago

Last known position

Most recent position reported by Mode-S 4D21FF.

Country allocation

The ICAO 24-bit address 4D21FF falls within the block assigned to Malta (MT) by ICAO Annex 10, Volume III. Every aircraft registered in Malta 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
9HEFA - 1 2026-04-13

Recent flights last 1

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-13 9HEFA MLA → MLA Apr 13, 05:10 UTCApr 13, 05:50 UTC40m

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 9H-EFA page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S 4D21FF frequently asked

What is Mode-S code 4D21FF?
4D21FF is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Allocated to Malta. Assigned to 9H-EFA.
Where is Mode-S 4D21FF registered?
Mode-S code 4D21FF is allocated to Malta (MT). All aircraft registered there receive a Mode-S address from a fixed block defined by ICAO Annex 10.
Is 4D21FF broadcasting right now?
No active broadcast right now. Last signal was 2d ago.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex 4D21FF, octal 23220777, decimal 5,054,975.
What flights does 4D21FF operate?
Mode-S 4D21FF has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including 9HEFA.