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An emergency descent is initiated due to a rapid depressurization. What is the standard transponder code to set?
In an emergency, such as a rapid depressurization requiring an emergency descent, the standard transponder code to set is 7700. This alerts ATC to an emergency
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Question: An emergency descent is initiated due to a rapid depressurization. What is the standard transponder code to set?
Answer options:
- 7500
- 7600 ✅ 7700
- 7000
Correct answer: 7700
Explanation: In an emergency, such as a rapid depressurization requiring an emergency descent, the standard transponder code to set is 7700. This alerts ATC to an emergency situation.
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