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What does transponder code 7600 indicate?

Choices

  • Emergency

    Incorrect. Review the explanation and the cited FAA reference for the correct answer.

  • ✓ Lost communications (NORDO)correct

    Squawk 7600 indicates a radio communications failure (NORDO). The pilot should follow procedures in AIM 6-4-2 (transponder operation) and AIM 6-4-1 (two-way radio communications failure).

  • Hijacking

    Incorrect. Review the explanation and the cited FAA reference for the correct answer.

  • VFR flight in uncontrolled airspace

    Incorrect. Review the explanation and the cited FAA reference for the correct answer.

Why

Squawk 7600 indicates a radio communications failure (NORDO). The pilot should follow procedures in AIM 6-4-2 (transponder operation) and AIM 6-4-1 (two-way radio communications failure).

FAA source: AIM 6-4-2 Transponder Operation — emergency codes; AIM 6-4-1 Two-Way Radio Communications Failurebrowse the reference library →

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