Anthony
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For a month or so, the various APP's have not been receiving my transponders Mode C. They were getting the transponder squawk, but not the altitude. I did some troubleshooting, but eventually just took it to the avioincs shop where they replaced the unit that transmits Mode C, not the entire transponder thankfully.
Earlier this week I transitted Philly Class B to head to the Jersey Shore for a few days. The Philly controllers were curteous, and professional as usual. I was able to go direct at 5500 ft. It was nice to not hear, Grummanxxx we are not receiving Mode C. However, they have let me in with permission without Mode C previously. In fact many years ago, when I had total transponder failure, New York Approach let me in, AND out of their Class B when I was dropping off a passenger at Teteboro, and then returning home. I was relieved, but a bit surprised.
Anyway, had a good few days at the shore and nice flights there and back, although I did hit some rain yesterday evening. What's the experiences with entry/transit of Class B's without Mode C or without transponder altogether? Is it common for ATC to allow this?
Earlier this week I transitted Philly Class B to head to the Jersey Shore for a few days. The Philly controllers were curteous, and professional as usual. I was able to go direct at 5500 ft. It was nice to not hear, Grummanxxx we are not receiving Mode C. However, they have let me in with permission without Mode C previously. In fact many years ago, when I had total transponder failure, New York Approach let me in, AND out of their Class B when I was dropping off a passenger at Teteboro, and then returning home. I was relieved, but a bit surprised.
Anyway, had a good few days at the shore and nice flights there and back, although I did hit some rain yesterday evening. What's the experiences with entry/transit of Class B's without Mode C or without transponder altogether? Is it common for ATC to allow this?
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