sensors Mode-S transponder

AE6959

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 19-5927 · Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Hercules

Hex
AE6959
Octal
53464531
Decimal
11,430,233
Tail
19-5927
Type
C30J
No current signal · last broadcast 7d ago
Flights observed
1
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
-
Last broadcast
7d ago

Last known position

Most recent position reported by Mode-S AE6959.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
ROPER61 - 1 2026-05-26

Recent flights last 1

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-05-26 ROPER61 - May 26, 15:29 UTCMay 26, 16:59 UTC1h 30m

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 19-5927 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE6959 frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE6959?
AE6959 is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 19-5927.
Is AE6959 broadcasting right now?
No active broadcast right now. Last signal was 7d ago.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE6959, octal 53464531, decimal 11,430,233.
What flights does AE6959 operate?
Mode-S AE6959 has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including ROPER61.