What is the 24-hour time equivalent of 9:00am?

The correct conversion of 9:00 AM to the 24-hour time format is 0900 hours. In the 24-hour time system, the first two digits represent the hour and the last two digits represent the minutes. Since 9:00 AM is in the morning, it remains unchanged, resulting in 0900 hours.

This is a standard practice in military and aviation contexts where clarity and precision in time reporting are critical. Converting to 24-hour time helps eliminate ambiguity between AM and PM, making it easier for dispatchers and other professionals to communicate effectively.