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During an IFR flight, what is the appropriate transponder code to set in the event of a radio communication failure?
In Canada, Transponder code 7600 is used to indicate a radio communication failure (NORDO). 7700 is for emergency, 7500 for hijack, and 1200 for VFR.
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Question: During an IFR flight, what is the appropriate transponder code to set in the event of a radio communication failure?
Answer options:
- 7700 ✅ 7600
- 7500
- 1200
Correct answer: 7600
Explanation: In Canada, Transponder code 7600 is used to indicate a radio communication failure (NORDO). 7700 is for emergency, 7500 for hijack, and 1200 for VFR.
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