Basic ATC
A function on the aircraft transponder that, when activated, causes the radar return to flash on the controller’s screen for identification.
Quick answer: A function on the aircraft transponder that, when activated, causes the radar return to flash on the controller’s screen for identification.
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A function on the aircraft transponder that, when activated, causes the radar return to flash on the controller’s screen for identification.
Ident 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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In this glossary, Ident refers to: A function on the aircraft transponder that, when activated, causes the radar return to flash on the controller’s screen for identification.
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Radar: N123AB, contato de radar não estabelecido, tente ident agora."
Ident 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.
Ident is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
In this glossary, Ident is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
A function on the aircraft transponder that, when activated, causes the radar return to flash on the controller’s screen for identification.
Radar: N123AB, radar contact not established, try ident now.
Ident
Radar: N123AB, contato de radar não estabelecido, tente ident agora.
English reference definition
ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
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