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Originally Posted by HHAS  Thanks for the quick reply folks.
Perhaps some clarification is due.
We operate the B767/200-300 and the transponder utilizes a NUMBER PAD entry sytem which is similiar to a phone and upon receipt of sqwauk code we punch in the S code, it's NOT a DIAL switch that would inadvertently transmit a distress or emergency signal as we are toggling thru the various numbers etc. |
From your original post I assumed you were flying older equipment, I had no idea you were operating B767's. I'm sure you do not want to say what company this is but from what I understand there is no reason to squawk standby, depending on how fast you go to the new code your radar track could go into coast # ... meaning no flight plan tracking.
I don't understand why the chief pilot wants standby squawked for a code change ???