Transponder Flashcards
1
Q
What are the components of the transponder?
A
Transponder
Antennas
2
Q
Where is the transponder located?
A
Left avionics bay
3
Q
What are the 3 transponder modes?
A
SBY
ACTIVE
ALT
4
Q
What does SBY mode do?
A
The transponder will not reply to ground or airborne interrogation
5
Q
What does ACTIVE mode do?
A
The transponder will respond to interrogation but will not provide altitude reporting information
6
Q
What does ALT mode do?
A
The transponder will respond to interrogation for Mode S, Mode A and Mode C and provide altitude information.
