sensors Mode-S transponder

AE268B

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 6553 · Eurocopter MH-65D Dolphin

Hex
AE268B
Octal
53423213
Decimal
11,413,131
Tail
6553
Type
AS65
Broadcasting now · callsign C6553 · 625 ft
Flights observed
10
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
-
Last broadcast
3h ago

Current position

AE268B is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
C6553 - 10 2026-04-25

Recent flights last 10

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-25 C6553 - Apr 25, 14:35 UTCApr 25, 15:55 UTC1h 20m
2026-04-24 C6553 - Apr 24, 15:05 UTCApr 24, 16:40 UTC1h 35m
2026-04-24 C6553 - Apr 24, 00:35 UTCApr 24, 00:55 UTC20m
2026-04-23 C6553 - Apr 23, 01:40 UTCApr 23, 01:55 UTC15m
2026-04-22 C6553 CRP → CRP Apr 22, 15:40 UTCApr 22, 15:50 UTC10m
2026-04-21 C6553 - Apr 21, 22:55 UTCApr 22, 00:20 UTC1h 25m
2026-04-21 C6553 - Apr 21, 01:00 UTCApr 21, 01:35 UTC35m
2026-04-18 C6553 - Apr 18, 15:20 UTCApr 18, 15:30 UTC10m
2026-04-17 C6553 - Apr 17, 01:20 UTCApr 17, 02:20 UTC1h 0m
2026-04-16 C6553 - Apr 16, 19:15 UTCApr 16, 19:25 UTC10m

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 6553 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE268B frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE268B?
AE268B is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 6553.
Is AE268B broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S AE268B is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE268B, octal 53423213, decimal 11,413,131.
What flights does AE268B operate?
Mode-S AE268B has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including C6553.