sensors Mode-S transponder

AE5B89

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 07-0829 · Pilatus U-28A Draco

Hex
AE5B89
Octal
53455611
Decimal
11,426,697
Tail
07-0829
Type
PC12
No current signal · last broadcast Apr 28, 22:40 UTC
Flights observed
1
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
-
Last broadcast
Apr 28, 22:40 UTC

Last known position

Most recent position reported by Mode-S AE5B89.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
DRAGN51 - 1 2026-04-28

Recent flights last 1

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-28 DRAGN51 - Apr 28, 19:35 UTCApr 28, 22:40 UTC3h 5m

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 07-0829 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE5B89 frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE5B89?
AE5B89 is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 07-0829.
Is AE5B89 broadcasting right now?
No active broadcast right now. Last signal was Apr 28, 22:40 UTC.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE5B89, octal 53455611, decimal 11,426,697.
What flights does AE5B89 operate?
Mode-S AE5B89 has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including DRAGN51.