sensors Mode-S transponder

AE080B

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 99-0165 · Boeing C-17A Globemaster III

Hex
AE080B
Octal
53404013
Decimal
11,405,323
Tail
99-0165
Type
C17
Broadcasting now · callsign RCH249 · 32,300 ft
Flights observed
7
Distinct callsigns
2
Country
-
Last broadcast
5h ago

Current position

AE080B is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Callsign history 2 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
RCH1840 - 6 2026-04-16
RCH249 Air Mobility Command 1 2026-04-18

Recent flights last 7

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-18 RCH249 RMS → RMS Apr 18, 09:45 UTCApr 18, 12:10 UTC2h 25m
2026-04-16 RCH1840 - Apr 16, 03:09 UTCApr 16, 04:24 UTC1h 15m
2026-04-16 RCH1840 - Apr 16, 02:30 UTCApr 16, 03:04 UTC35m
2026-04-15 RCH1840 - Apr 15, 21:55 UTCApr 15, 22:40 UTC45m
2026-04-15 RCH1840 - Apr 15, 19:05 UTCApr 15, 20:10 UTC1h 5m
2026-04-15 RCH1840 - Apr 15, 17:45 UTCApr 15, 19:00 UTC1h 15m
2026-04-15 RCH1840 - Apr 15, 13:10 UTCApr 15, 14:55 UTC1h 44m

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 99-0165 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE080B frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE080B?
AE080B is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 99-0165.
Is AE080B broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S AE080B is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE080B, octal 53404013, decimal 11,405,323.
What flights does AE080B operate?
Mode-S AE080B has broadcast 2 distinct callsigns, including RCH1840, RCH249.