Basic ATC

Transponder auf Standby setzen

An instruction for a pilot to set the aircraft's transponder to standby mode, ceasing transmission of the transponder signal.

Quick answer: An instruction for a pilot to set the aircraft's transponder to standby mode, ceasing transmission of the transponder signal.

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Quick answer

An instruction for a pilot to set the aircraft's transponder to standby mode, ceasing transmission of the transponder signal.

Why it matters

Transponder auf Standby setzen matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Transponder auf Standby setzen?

In this glossary, Transponder auf Standby setzen refers to: An instruction for a pilot to set the aircraft's transponder to standby mode, ceasing transmission of the transponder signal.

How is Transponder auf Standby setzen used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Anflug: N123AB, setzen Sie den Transponder auf Standby, bis weitere Anweisungen erfolgen."

Why does Transponder auf Standby setzen matter in aviation?

Transponder auf Standby setzen matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Transponder auf Standby setzen?

Transponder auf Standby setzen is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Transponder auf Standby setzen belong to?

In this glossary, Transponder auf Standby setzen is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

An instruction for a pilot to set the aircraft's transponder to standby mode, ceasing transmission of the transponder signal.

Operational example

Approach: N123AB, squawk standby until further advised.

Localized term

Transponder auf Standby setzen

Localized example

Anflug: N123AB, setzen Sie den Transponder auf Standby, bis weitere Anweisungen erfolgen.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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