Aircraft Systems

transpondedor modo S

An aircraft transponder providing selective, data-rich responses to ATC interrogations, supporting identification and surveillance functions.

Quick answer: An aircraft transponder providing selective, data-rich responses to ATC interrogations, supporting identification and surveillance functions.

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Quick answer

An aircraft transponder providing selective, data-rich responses to ATC interrogations, supporting identification and surveillance functions.

Why it matters

transpondedor modo S matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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

What is transpondedor modo S?

In this glossary, transpondedor modo S refers to: An aircraft transponder providing selective, data-rich responses to ATC interrogations, supporting identification and surveillance functions.

How is transpondedor modo S used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Transpondedor modo S en IDENT, confirmando con ATC."

Why does transpondedor modo S matter in aviation?

transpondedor modo S matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems 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 transpondedor modo S?

transpondedor modo S is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does transpondedor modo S belong to?

In this glossary, transpondedor modo S is grouped under Aircraft Systems. 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 aircraft transponder providing selective, data-rich responses to ATC interrogations, supporting identification and surveillance functions.

Operational example

Mode S transponder set to IDENT, confirming with ATC for traffic identification.

Localized term

transpondedor modo S

Localized example

Transpondedor modo S en IDENT, confirmando con ATC.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

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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