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STOP SQUAWK (Mode or Code)

Pilot/Controller Glossary with JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

Used by ATC to instruct a pilot to stop transponder and ADS-B transmissions, or to turn off only specified functions of the aircraft transponder (military).

See STOP ALTITUDE SQUAWK; TRANSPONDER.

In the 7110.65

Used in 2 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

  1. 5-2-8Beacon Codes for Pressure Suit Flights and Flights Above Fl 600
  2. 14-3-3Abnormal Conditions