sensors Mode-S transponder

AE61B3

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 82-23835 · DE HAVILLAND DHC-6 Twin Otter

Hex
AE61B3
Octal
53460663
Decimal
11,428,275
Tail
82-23835
Type
DHC6
Broadcasting now · callsign CONGO63 · 9,725 ft
Flights observed
12
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
-
Last broadcast
2h ago

Current position

AE61B3 is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
CONGO63 - 12 2026-05-13

Recent flights last 12

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-05-13 CONGO63 - May 13, 14:20 UTCMay 13, 14:40 UTC20m
2026-05-13 CONGO63 AFF → AFF May 13, 13:50 UTCMay 13, 14:15 UTC25m
2026-05-13 CONGO63 COS → AFF May 13, 13:05 UTCMay 13, 13:15 UTC10m
2026-05-12 CONGO63 AFF → COS May 12, 17:55 UTCMay 12, 18:20 UTC25m
2026-05-12 CONGO63 AFF → AFF May 12, 16:35 UTCMay 12, 17:00 UTC25m
2026-05-12 CONGO63 - May 12, 15:01 UTCMay 12, 15:10 UTC10m
2026-05-11 CONGO63 - May 11, 21:20 UTCMay 11, 21:45 UTC25m
2026-05-11 CONGO63 - May 11, 20:25 UTCMay 11, 20:45 UTC20m
2026-05-11 CONGO63 - May 11, 14:20 UTCMay 11, 14:40 UTC20m
2026-05-11 CONGO63 COS → AFF May 11, 13:20 UTCMay 11, 13:30 UTC10m
2026-05-09 CONGO63 COS → COS May 9, 15:35 UTCMay 9, 17:00 UTC1h 25m
2026-05-08 CONGO63 COS → COS May 8, 15:35 UTCMay 8, 16:25 UTC50m

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 82-23835 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE61B3 frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE61B3?
AE61B3 is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 82-23835.
Is AE61B3 broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S AE61B3 is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE61B3, octal 53460663, decimal 11,428,275.
What flights does AE61B3 operate?
Mode-S AE61B3 has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including CONGO63.