sensors Mode-S transponder

C027A8

ICAO 24-bit transponder address · allocated to Canada

Currently assigned to C-FPAL · DE HAVILLAND DHC-8-400 Dash 8 · operated by PAL AIRLINES LTD.

Hex
C027A8
Octal
60023650
Decimal
12,593,064
Country
CA
Tail
C-FPAL
Type
DH8D
Broadcasting now · callsign PVL7668 · 25,000 ft
Flights observed
9
Distinct callsigns
6
Country
CA
Last broadcast
23h ago

Current position

C027A8 is currently broadcasting. Map zoomed to live position.

Country allocation

The ICAO 24-bit address C027A8 falls within the block assigned to Canada (CA) by ICAO Annex 10, Volume III. Every aircraft registered in Canada receives a permanent address from this block at the time of registration; the address stays with the airframe even if the aircraft is re-registered to a different operator within the country.

Callsign history 6 distinct

Callsign Airline Flights Last seen
PVL7696 - 2 2026-04-13
PVL7695 Professione VOlare 2 2026-04-13
PVL7686 - 2 2026-04-13
PVL7714 Professione VOlare 1 2026-04-12
PVL7669 Professione VOlare 1 2026-04-13
PVL7668 - 1 2026-04-13

Recent flights last 9

DateFlightRouteTakeoffLandingDuration
2026-04-13 PVL7668 - Apr 13, 22:50 UTCApr 14, 00:18 UTC1h 28m
2026-04-13 PVL7669 YHZ → BOS Apr 13, 21:15 UTCApr 13, 22:30 UTC1h 15m
2026-04-13 PVL7695 YQX → YHZ Apr 13, 19:15 UTCApr 13, 19:30 UTC15m
2026-04-13 PVL7695 YQX → YHZ Apr 13, 17:20 UTCApr 13, 19:00 UTC1h 40m
2026-04-13 PVL7696 - Apr 13, 15:50 UTCApr 13, 16:20 UTC30m
2026-04-13 PVL7696 - Apr 13, 15:36 UTCApr 13, 16:57 UTC1h 21m
2026-04-13 PVL7686 - Apr 13, 12:10 UTCApr 13, 13:55 UTC1h 45m
2026-04-13 PVL7686 - Apr 13, 12:25 UTCApr 13, 14:01 UTC1h 36m
2026-04-12 PVL7714 YUL → YFC Apr 12, 18:15 UTCApr 12, 19:00 UTC45m

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 C-FPAL page for operator, model, and routing details .

Mode-S C027A8 frequently asked

What is Mode-S code C027A8?
C027A8 is an ICAO 24-bit transponder address. Allocated to Canada. Assigned to C-FPAL.
Where is Mode-S C027A8 registered?
Mode-S code C027A8 is allocated to Canada (CA). All aircraft registered there receive a Mode-S address from a fixed block defined by ICAO Annex 10.
Is C027A8 broadcasting right now?
Yes. Mode-S C027A8 is currently airborne.
Hex, octal, and decimal Mode-S codes: what's the difference?
The same 24-bit identifier expressed in different bases: hex C027A8, octal 60023650, decimal 12,593,064.
What flights does C027A8 operate?
Mode-S C027A8 has broadcast 6 distinct callsigns, including PVL7696, PVL7695, PVL7686, PVL7714, PVL7669.