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sensors Mode-S transponder

AE779F

ICAO 24-bit transponder address

Currently assigned to 20-5982 · LOCKHEED MARTIN C-130J Super Hercules

Hex
AE779F
Octal
53473637
Decimal
11,433,887
Tail
20-5982
Type
C30J
No current signal · last broadcast 1d ago
Flights observed
4
Distinct callsigns
1
Country
-
Last broadcast
1d ago

Last known position

Most recent position reported by Mode-S AE779F.

Callsign history 1 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
VADER82 - 4 2026-04-13

Recent flights last 4

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-13 VADER82 - Apr 13, 21:55 UTCApr 13, 23:40 UTC1h 45m
2026-04-13 VADER82 - Apr 13, 16:15 UTCApr 13, 18:20 UTC2h 5m
2026-04-13 VADER82 - Apr 13, 15:50 UTCApr 13, 18:20 UTC2h 30m
2026-04-13 VADER82 - Apr 13, 13:45 UTCApr 13, 16:15 UTC2h 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 20-5982 page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S AE779F frequently asked

What is Mode-S code AE779F?
AE779F is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Assigned to 20-5982.
Is AE779F broadcasting right now?
No active broadcast right now. Last signal was 1d ago.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex AE779F, octal 53473637, decimal 11,433,887.
What flights does AE779F operate?
Mode-S AE779F has broadcast 1 distinct callsign, including VADER82.