Squawk (Mode, Code, Function)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000927",
  "term": "Squawk (Mode, Code, Function)",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "Used by ATC to instruct a pilot to activate the aircraft transponder and ADS-B Out with altitude reporting enabled, or (military) to activate only specific modes, codes, or functions. Examples: “Squawk five seven zero seven;” “Squawk three/alpha, two one zero five.”",
  "see_also": [
    "Transponder"
  ],
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/squawk-mode-code-function/"
}