Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

Topic of the show: Class Bravo VFR Operations. AG and RH break down the responses from two experienced Class Bravo controllers regarding VFR services, air work near the boundaries, and visibility on the ground in underlying non-towered airports. This is the second episode in our Class Bravo airspace discussion. Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC PATRON Bravo Juliet shared a first-hand story of Exercise Valiant Shield. Link below. 2. Papa Tango shared his ideas on the creative use of flares on the Bonanza. 3. Alpha Charlie heard RH on radar a couple weeks ago and shared his thoughts. Feedback SGAC Delta Charlie Whiskey has a question about terminating radar services when the controller is busy. SGAC PATRON Darth Pilot shared a story about VFR services in a busy Class Bravo! PATRON Charlie Sierra has a question about missed approaches on a visual at a non towered airport. https://www.boldmethod.com/learn-to-fly/regulations/how-to-fly-go-arounds-from-visual-approaches-atc/ Mentions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exercise_Valiant_Shield Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Extra Episode Show Notes AG and RH spend an entire episode on listener questions. We are all over the map on this special episode. Enjoy! Link mentioned in today's show: https://www.kirtland.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2471177/air-traffic-controller-at-kirtland-afb-credited-with-saving-cv-22-crew-aircraft/fbclid/IwAR1dmXhR0mWdZDedff3E6q8H9qHHvSORGUlpi973qDpoMICQXd6kBdg2VMU/ Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

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Episode 165 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, we will share our thoughts on maximizing the use of air traffic control while flying in and around Class Bravo airspace. We also discuss using airports at night without runway lights and our tips on how to be a successful air traffic trainee. Thanks to Patrons DCW and EH for the great questions. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON MZ shares some information about the stealth planes seen during the Super Bowl. Links below. 2. PATRON JS shares his thoughts on landing on an unlit field. 3. PATRON KW shares some interesting facts about early model Bonanzas and flares. 4. PATRON MK shares his thoughts on using unlit fields. Feedback PATRON MSS works in a different world of managing traffic. Mike Sierra is control in training and asks for our advice on being a successful trainee. Tango Victor recently soloed! PATRON DCW wants to know if there is standard phraseology for getting flight following and a code starting on the ground at a Class D airport. Mentioned on the show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1999_F-117A_shootdown, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luneburg_lens, Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 164 Show Notes Topic of the show: What happens when the radar controller gives you an expected instruction and the tower controller issues you a different instruction? Which instruction should the pilot follow? AG and RH will offer their opinion on how to handle this situation as a pilot and offer some explanation on what may be happening in the background. We also discuss departing under VFR when the weather is IFR, Class Bravo boundaries, and more of your awesome questions and feedback! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Kilo Whiskey shares his thoughts on wasted words over the radio. 2. Kilo Sierra offers a funny analogy on wasted radio calls. 3. PATRON Tango Kilo Hotel is curious about stealth technology on the Super Bowl flights. 4. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie explains his regional pilot comment in last week's episode. Feedback SGAC PATRON Alpha Bravo Charlie wants to know how to pass on important messages to pilots. PATRON Bravo Foxtrot shared this video:https://youtu.be/-xjbvz-vE2E PATRON Delta Echo Whiskey asks about Victor airways and skirting Class Bravo airspace. Charlie Kilo wants to know how to handle a unique weather issue departing a non-towered airport and sent this link:(https://www.boldmethod.com/learn-to-fly/regulations/imc-reported-with-vmc-weather-seen-first-hand/). Mentioned: https://wingswoodswaters.com/ Wings, Woods & Waters is a scenic flight and Maine guide service owned and operated by Thomas Coleman. Born and raised in the Kennebec Valley and Moosehead Lake region, Thomas will fly you and your family above north western Maine giving you a tour of the area's natural features and history. Book a customized trip to see your own special areas or book a remote fly fishing experience into areas seldom fished. Question of the Week/Month Can a pilot legally depart an airport at night using a runway with no runway lights? Send your answer to [email protected] Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com .You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 163 Show Notes Topic of the show: Why are we still advertising ILS approaches when it's VFR weather? What types of elements are included in the decision to switch to visual approaches? We discuss what factors are in play including forecasted weather, sequencing, tower visibility, and pilot's ability to see the airport. Video mentioned in the show: https://youtu.be/3aNckvzhbFU Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC PATRON Bravo Juliet shares a fatigue story and safety elves. 2. SGAC PATRON Bravo Sierra shares his bucket list. One of them is the VFR corridor up the Hudson which another Patron did recently: https://youtu.be/aqqpjiLRUsM 3. PATRON Juliet Bravo shares his thoughts on the ODP episodes. 4. We share some feedback related to the radio sin of all radio sins: "Any traffic in the area, please advise". And this article drives the point home: https://bruceair.wordpress.com/2014/09/29/2151/ 5. PATRON Juliet Charlie offers a new perspective on the lack of training on ODPs. Feedback PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie shares an awesome audio question about persistent deviance from required readback phraseology. PATRON Juliet Sierra got fooled by our hateful sound effects. Papa Bravo shared audio about a balked missed approach at TRIAD. We share our thoughts. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 162 Show Notes Topic of the show: RH and AG are all over the map this week. We discuss sequencing in the pattern, flying tracks vs. assigned headings, go arounds, VFR callup phraseology, and much more! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Juliet Hotel shares his thoughts on ODPs and mountain flying. 2. PATRON Juliet Charlie Delta defends the solo RH episode. 3. PATRON Mike Bravo shares a story highlighted in a recent episode of AOPA's "There I was" https://aopa.org/news-and-media/podcasts/podcasts/there-i-was Episode 26. 4. PATRON Charlie Alpha thinks we can make a great side show about old technology and shared https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/loose-units-the-podcast/id1445344726?i=1000424947339 (around minute 8:30). Feedback SGAC PATRON Delta Golf sent audio feedback about his Cheratoga PA-32, ADS-B, and O2 systems. Check out these articles: https://www.boldmethod.com/learn-to-fly/aircraft-systems/oxygen-systems/ https://www.risingup.com/fars/info/part23-1447-FAR.shtml PATRON Delta Charlie wants to clarify the VFR callup order of information. PATRON Juliet Victor understands about cats and asks about go-arounds. Sierra Delta Sierra explains what the meaning is behind his name for an airport in PA. Lima Whiskey Foxtrot wants to know our thoughts on flying a track versus a heading. PATRON Juliet Hotel shares his thoughts on "Ready in Sequence". November Quebec asks about transponder inop in Bravo airspace. Lima Golf has a good reason to use "Ready in Sequence". Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Bonus: ODP's, Part 2 This episode is a follow up to our first bonus episode on Obstacle Departure Procedures (released on 1/12/2021). If you haven't listened to that episode, go do that first! All feedback is specific to ODPs. We review some errors and discuss elements of the procedures which led to some dialogue with our listeners. Enjoy! Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 161 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week on Opposing Bases, we clear up an error we made on last week's episode concerning VFR climbs on an IFR flight plan. We also discuss a myriad of topics and dig deep into the inbox. You won't want to miss this week's episode! Timely Feedback: PATRON Charlie Whiskey shares his thoughts on an RH solo episode. We need more AG! PATRON Charlie Mike shares his thoughts on the ODP bonus episode. PATRON Mike Kilo illustrates the phraseology we can use as controllers to approve a VFR climb request on an IFR flight plan. Outstanding! Thank you. See it in action on this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zl9wPFAYbcQ&t=55s PATRON Juliet Hotel points out you can climb in VFR on an IFR flight plan. PATRON Echo Golf has a way to get the MVA maps into ForeFlight. Thank you! https://youtu.be/WNU4fWA8BBw If you have any questions about loading this data into ForeFlight, his email address is listed on the video. *This is for informational purposes only and should not be used for navigation.* Feedback Alpha Kilo shares a video of the circling approach at LGA. Thanks for the trip down memory lane!https://youtu.be/eyyZKsOMW9o PATRON Juliet Juliet shares his feedback on the show and long runs. PATRON Papa Victor has a question about clearance readbacks and use of some different phraseology. PATRON Tango Sierra Charlie shares some information on landing on water. PATRON Echo Hotel shares a circling approach into a busy NJ airport. The Terps Elf answers a listener question. If you have a specific question about a procedure in your area, click https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/. Mentions on the show: Flight of Four F15's out of JFK: https://youtu.be/a8PLwFtPllk Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 160 Show Notes Topic of the show: Your two favorite air traffic controllers discuss the difference between departing a non-towered airport VFR in VMC looking to pick up your IFR clearance in the air versus an IFR departure with a clearance issued on the ground. Do you know the difference in procedures? Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Sierra Bravo shares his thoughts on our ODP episode. 2. PATRON Bravo Hotel shared a link to some helpful, big picture MVA maps (not for navigation). Feedback Delta Sierra asks about climbing VFR on an IFR flight plan. PATRON Juliet Papa shares audio about circling and low weather. Sierra Bravo shares two video links to highlight runway directional lights and beacons: https://www.dropbox.com/s/qxydd7k6047qm61/RW28SnowyNorth.mov?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/7byzjosibe6zu3l/RW10SnowyNorth.mov?dl=0 Foxtrot Charlie shares another reason to use the LOC for departure. PATRON Mike Echo Hotel shares her flight following story with a busy controller. Mike Zulu shares thoughts on the show and offers some advice to RH. PATRON Alpha Bravo Mike shared a circling in low weather video. See link below. Kilo Whiskey compliments our superior pronunciation skills. Mentioned on today's show: MVA Maps: https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/digital_products/mva_mia/mva/ Plane Tales about Israel flight: http://airlinepilotguy.com/operation-yonatan/ PATRON ABM missed on a circling approach video: https://youtu.be/df1esUDkvQA Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Bonus: Obstacle Departure Procedures with Max Trescott Topic of the show: In the first part of this bonus episode, RH interviews Max Trescott about Obstacle Departure Procedures and 14 CFR Part 91 regulations regarding the application and use of these vital procedures. In the second part of the episode, we break down the comments made by a listener regarding Obstacle Departure Procedures, Part 91 compliance, and personal departures off of airports with no instrument approaches or ODPs. We also discuss the importance of preflight planning to determine aircraft performance as it relates to surrounding terrain. The audio only version will be available in all podcast players. PATRONS have access to a video version with a visual narrative of the discussion. If you'd like to follow along and support the show, click here. Mentioned on the show: "Aviation News Talk" podcast hosted by our guest Max Trescott "Not Enough Departures" by Mark Kolber "Departing IFR Without Guidance" by Jeff Van West "What Are Standard Takeoff Minimums" by Sarah Fritts FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 159 Show Notes Topic of the show: Why do some approaches say "NA at Night"? The Terps Elf will do his best to answer this question. We also discuss the use of aircraft types in ATC instructions, minimum vectoring altitudes, flight following in a practice area, and more of your awesome questions and feedback! Timely Feedback: 1. A P2012 expert sent feedback about the replacement of the C402. 2. Kilo Kilo shares a story about IFR cancelation. Feedback PATRON Bravo Bravo sent an audio question about callsigns with aircraft type. PATRON Golf Tango sent his super amazing bucket list via audio. PATRON Charlie Mike sent an MVA question. PATRON Tango Charlie asks about UHF frequencies. PATRON Bravo Bravo has a question about flight following in a practice area. Mentions: PATRON November Tango sent https://ablecompany502pir.org/files/FM_24-6_June_1945.pdf with page 18 being the one that shows the 5 x 5 methodology to describe radio signal strength. https://ablecompany502pir.org/files/FM_24-6_June_1945.pdf (Page 18). Also PATRON Charlie Hotel sent https://www.esri.com/news/arcnews/summer07articles/a-brief-history.html about history of aeronautical charting. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 158 Show Notes Topic of the show: Happy New Year and welcome to 2021. AG and RH discuss a veritable cornucopia of aviation feedback including canceling flight plans, gaming the system for release times, old school nav aids, leaky towers, and aviation bucket list items. This week's episode will be a lot of fun. Enjoy! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Echo Hotel sent a link about the cement/beacon system used over 100 years ago. https://www.messynessychic.com/2013/11/15/the-forgotten-giant-arrows-that-guide-you-across-america/ 2. Sierra Golf sent in some more feedback about how pilots used the lights and arrows to navigate at night. 3. PATRON Juliet Hotel asks about flight plans timing out or falling out of the sytem. 4. PATRON Delta Papa is a CFII. Congratulations! 5. Juliet Mike shared his tips on remembering to close your flight plan/cancel IFR. PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy shared a story of how pilots used to manage their own release times creatively. Feedback PATRON Echo Sierra shares his aviation bucket list using audio. PATRON Charlie Whiskey crossed this item off his list and hopes it never happens again. PATRON Charlie Hotel has a question about VFR codes. PATRON Charlie Mike sent an audio question about tower spray/chem trails? Romeo Kilo wants to thank some center controllers and aks a question about frequency bleed over. Mentions: https://www.ifr-magazine.com/charts-plates/a-visual-in-imc/ Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 157 Show Notes Topic of the show: Echo Hotel wants our thoughts and opinions on handling a pilot that forgets to cancel his/her IFR flight plan at a non-towered airport. Is a Brasher Warning and possible pilot deviation/violation necessary? What do we suggest to avoid this issue and prevent the discussion from even happening? A special thanks to PATRON Max Trescott, host of Aviation News Talk podcast for producing such an amazing show. If you'd like to hear the episode in question, check it out here! Thank you, PATRON Echo Charlie for the show title idea! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON RWK offers his input on departing IFR/VFR from a Class D when it's busy or they are delayed. 2. PATRON Mike Kilo offers some context to the "cleared straight-in" phraseology. 3. PATRON Sierra Bravo answer the Question of the Week about ODPs. Please refer to FAR 14 CFR 91.123 Compliance with ATC clearances and instructions. We will follow up on items in this feedback in a future show. Stay tuned. 4. November Hotel offers an alternate plan to get around the busy NE corridor. Use caution, results may vary. #WestVirginiaReroute Feedback PATRON Charlie Mike sent an audio question about SPECI weather. PATRON Golf Tango sends kind words from really far away! PATRON Lobster Charlie Hotel asks about punishment clearances to places that sound terrible. Delta November wants us to decipher some phraseology. What is "app req"? Kilo Sierra wants to share kind words with Vietnam approach. Thank you! Mentions: https://thesurveystation.com/map-of-ngs-airway-beacons/ Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 156 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, we discuss the technique of picking up an IFR clearance in the air. What are the pitfalls? Why doesn't this always work? What can pilots do to increase efficiency and remain safe under IFR? Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Mike Romeo/controller explains the balloons: https://loon.com/ 2. PATRON Juliet Hotel clarifies the reroute altitude from OB155. 3. PATRON Delta Mike sent his answer to the question of the week (NA ODP). 4. PATRON Oscar Charlie sent his answer to the question of the week (NA ODP). 5. PATRON Golf Mike sent a selfie in the new hoodie. Merry Christmas! Feedback Kilo Quebec sent audio about reporting points in Class Bravo. PATRON Mike November sent a story about a controller's technique for increasing safety in a chaotic session. PATRON Golf Down Under sent in audio about his first balloon solo! Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 155 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH dig deep into the feedback and discuss straight-in approach phraseology requirements, reroutes, ODP requirements, and much, much more. This week is packed with information you won't want to miss. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Romeo Charlie has a good reason to use "in sequence" phraseology. 2. PATRON Golf Mike and the six degrees of separation with Antarctica. 3. PATRON Juliet Hotel went from NJ to NC via West Virginia. 4. PATRON Juliet Hotel said HAF is getting a new ODP for Runway 30! https://www.faa.gov/aero_docs/acifp/2017071023410701005-HAF/CA_KHAF_ODP_HALF%20MOON%20BAY_ONE_S.pdf https://www.faa.gov/aero_docs/acifp/2017071023410701005-HAF/CA_KHAF_ODP_HALF%20MOON%20BAY_ONE_F.pdf https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/application/?event=directory&directory=2017071023410701005-HAF&type=acifp&nasrId=HAF https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/application/?event=directory&directory=2017071023410701006-HAF&type=acifp&nasrId=HAF 5. Delta Whiskey has a "square your base" story. PATRON/Controller Echo Golf shares his thoughts on "ready in sequence". PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo suggests the Flightstream 210 or 510 for IFR clearance input in the GPS. Feedback PATRON November Mike points out a controller mistake with straight-in phraseology. Warning: we all mess this up! Romeo Romeo/Controller wants to clear the air on "continue" phraseology. PATRON Charlie Mike sent audio about IFR altitude changes. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent audio about runway control. PATRON Bravo Sierra had a strange traffic display. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 154 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, we discuss how pilots can plan ahead for the inevitable routing complexity when operating on the east coast through various Class Bravo airports. What tools are available in electronic flight bags to help you plan ahead? How can you safely expedite departure and be prepared for enroute changes? Timely Feedback: PATRON Bravo Charlie sent in some information about the amphibian ratings question. https://www.seaplanepilotsassociation.org/resources/faq/airman-issues/ PATRON Mike Echo Delta thanks us for the video explaining the TEB circling maneuver. PATRON Sierra Echo sends his thoughts on "in sequence". PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo has an airport layout that makes "in sequence" relevant. PATRON Alpha Kilo has glider feedback. PATRON Kilo Whiskey has a amphibian/seaplane story. Feedback PATRON Oscar Charlie had a question for the TERPS Elf and we got an answer! Links mentioned: https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/application/?event=directory&directory=2016022427481901001-HAF-NDBR&type=ndbr&nasrId=HAF), and https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/ifp_initiation/ . Papa Kilo shares some easy to use fatigue advice. Kilo Kilo shares a his solo story. Sierra Papa wants an explanation of "square your base". Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 153 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH continue the conversation about circling approaches. We discuss circling for sea planes, large jets into TEB, and airplanes without GPS. Mentioned in the discussion: https://news.aviation-safety.net/2019/03/13/ntsb-continuation-of-unstabilized-approach-stall-caused-learjet-crash-near-teterboro/ What does this approach look like from the flight deck when flown properly? Check this video out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UZG3sjeYgI&t=211s Timely Feedback: PATRON Juliet Mike encountered a busy controller in the SFRA. PATRON Tango Sierra Charlie clarifies some points about our discussion of circling approaches. PATRON November Tango and Papa Tango are helping solve our Antarctica issue. Thank you! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lockheed_LC-130 PATRON Oscar Charlie sent in some circling feedback. PATRON Tango Mike sent in an article about establishing new towers. https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ato/service_units/mission_support/faa_contract_tower_program/media/Establishment_Discontinuance_Criteria_for_Airport_Traffic_Control_Towers_APO-90-7.pdf Feedback PATRON Bravo Foxtrot sent a video playback of a pilot that squawked 7700 on takeoff. What would we do? https://youtu.be/uDJHMF7x9jU Charlie Whiskey flies gliders and wants to know how they impact ATC. PATRON Mike Foxtrot sent a link https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2017/october/pilot/turbine-pro-pilot and wants our opinion on "ready in sequence". Bravo Lima asks about "blocking" airspace. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 152 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss the differences between circling maneuvers at a towered airport and a non-towered airport, circling maneuvers for seaplanes, and circling maneuvers designed to keep a safe distance from surrounding airports. Articles mentioned: http://code7700.com/pdfs/bca/bca_non-circle_circling_2017-09.pdf, https://code7700.com/kteb_circling_conundrum.htm, https://code7700.com/rot_vdp.htm Timely Feedback: PATRON Bravo Charlie and former resident of Latvia tells us a little about aviation in that country. PATRON Mike Romeo has something to add to proper radio frequency change etiquette. Feedback Sierra Bravo offers insight into the difficulty finding airports at night. PATRON Charlie Mike from the Frozen North asks about "N/A at Night" on local approach plates. Check out these articles from AOPA: https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2016/june/20/not-authorized-at-night and https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2016/june/27/ifr-fix written by Dan Namowitz at AOPA. November Quebec wants to know how busy a non-towered airport has to be in order to get a new tower. PATRON Alpha Lima laments about being denied practice approaches at TRIAD due to a frequency issue. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 151 Show Notes Topic of the show: What are you required to do in the event of an equipment malfunction? Can you prepare for this event with the use of electronic flight bags? RH and AG give their tips on avoiding confusion when your equipment quits and you need ATC to help out. Timely Feedback: Sierra Hotel sent in audio of RH on the mid. PATRON Echo Hotel wants filing advice for the Big Apple Iron Triangle flight plan. Juliet Alpha Lima has a question about our intro phraseology. PATRON Juliet Mike sent in audio about his bucket list. PATRON Alpha Whiskey sent in real life, actual circling to land examples. PATRON Mike Kilo sent in audio with a reference for correct pilot callsign phraseology. Feedback PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent in audio about an unusual pilot request. Bravo Romeo asks about weather deviations. PATRON Oscar Charlie sent an audio exchange regarding survey work with radar services. PATRON Charlie Alpha shares a fatigue story for the record books. #greencat Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 150 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week we discuss a technique for getting faster flight following and help from ATC when navigating in the NAS. We also get to more of your great questions about phraseology, strange requests from pilots, tracks vs. headings, and a short list of things we wish center controllers knew about low level TRACONS. Timely Feedback: PATRON Romeo Lima Hotel shares and article from http://www.mastery-flight-training.com/ PATRON Mike Foxtrot shared a pirep about a screaming passenger. PATRON Mike Foxtrot shared his thoughts on the Army! PATRON Bravo Charlie Tango got his commercial rating! Congratulations! PATRON Mike Kilo shared some great articles about straight in approaches and the traffic pattern. https://www.ifr-magazine.com/technique/which-way-to-turn/ and https://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/advisory_circular/ac_90-66b.pdf PATRON Alpha Lima wants to know if every facility gives out IFR cookies. Feedback Papa Tango has a question about numerical phraseology and release times. PATRON Mike November Mike (fellow controller) has a question about AG and RH using ERAM. Papa Bravo sent a clip of the saga like ATIS at Triad.https://youtu.be/XwczNQDIuH8 Mike Charlie has equipment that will show track versus heading. Question of the Week/Month What item have your crossed off your aviation bucket list? Send us an email: [email protected]. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 149 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week we spend some time answering your aviation and air traffic questions about airspace, point outs, emergencies, large consolidated tracons, departure procedures, callsign abbreviations, and radar displays. This episode has a little of everything! Timely Feedback: PATRON Hotel Golf sent audio about his first solo! PATRON Whiskey Charlie tells his scary transponder/first solo story! PATRON Mike Echo Delta sent in a first solo video and a scary story about a follow up solo. PATRON November Tango sent in audio feedback about large tracons. Feedback PATRON Juliet Mike sent an audio question about callsign abbreviations. Juliet Papa Charlie sent a story about a missed line on the SID. Sierra Bravo has a Delta/Delta transition question. Mike Sierra sent in feedback about the KC-10 dual launch dream. PATRON Bravo Foxtrot sent a link to a video about an unconscious crew member and asked about emergency display on our scope. Juliet Whisky want to get our take on Warrior vs. Cherokee. PATRON Mike Delta asks about Class Bravo clips on an IFR flight plan. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 148 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week we revisit the Washington, D.C. Special Flight Rules Area, some more solo stories, and more of our listener's awesome feedback and questions. Timely Feedback: PATRON Echo Bravo has a question about transponders and ADS-B. PATRON Local Mike Bravo sent audio proof of his amazing call to ATC. PATRON November Romeo has some pre-solo questions. Whiskey Bravo presents another tale about shirt tails. Romeo Hotel Mike wants to know why they call it a Brasher Warning? Check out this article. Feedback PATRON Hotel Golf sent audio about the DC SFRA and we got answers from the experts that work that airspace. Thank you, PCT! We really appreciate your answers and your help educating the pilots that listen to our show! Alpha Hotel asks about overnight cargo operations and staffing. PATRON Romeo Juliet Mick asks about readback of VFR departure instructions. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 147 Show Notes Topic of the show: Tell us about your first solo! Were you ready? Did you instructor adequately prepare you for the unknown? Did you have fun? Were you scared? AG and RH share some listener stories and get to some more great questions and feedback. Enjoy the show! Timely Feedback: Captain Dana and RH met for dinner in the TRIAD. PATRON Juliet Hotel sent in some information about non-towered airport traffic count. PATRON Bravo Sierra sent this link about filing NASA and ASRS Reports. https://www.boldmethod.com/learn-to-fly/regulations/how-to-file-a-nasa-asrs-report/ Looking for the most terrifying marriage proposal ever accomplished by a pilot? Check this out:https://youtu.be/kxTAjVGN4CE?t=114 Feedback November Sierra explains and awkward exchange between ATC and the PIC. "OPS 2" shares their opinion on NOTAMs. PATRON Whiskey Charlie wants to know who crushed the fun ATCer's soul? PATRON Juliet Hotel wants to know why Class C controllers sometimes send pattern work packing. PATRON Delta Zulu has a question related to the disappearing VORs. PATRON Hotel Bravo has a question about Presidential TFRs, specifically https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2020/Jun/Bedminster_TFR.pdf Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 146 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH catch up on a variety of questions from listeners: HIWAS, Radio Checks, Student Pilot Solos, Fatigue, and many more. Timely Feedback: PATRON Kilo Kilo sent the rest of the open door story! #Latch SGAC PATRON Bravo Sierra sent in his solo story. PATRON Mike Kilo sent audio from TRIAD airspace. PATRON Tango Papa sends his thoughts about the lessons learned from the stuck mic. PATRONs Juliet Echo Charlie and Bravo Sierra sent in audio from their flying meet-up! Feedback Romeo Juliet Whisky has a question about facility identifiers. PATRON Delta Tango Whiskey sent a link to Fly Girl Kelly's emergency landing story. https://youtu.be/HaeOHWxs6tY 3. Romeo Bravo Bravo, local pilot from TCAS Harbor, sends his thoughts. 3.5. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent in an audio questions about wind readouts on takeoff. 4. TERPS Elf RW has a comment and question about HIWAS. 5. Hotel Bravo shares a general aviation fatigue story. 6. PATRON Charlie Alpha Whiskey shares a link to an inflight marriage proposal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Pc7VjJatM8&feature=youtu.be Congratulations! Sierra Yankee shares his advice for his students on radio testing before takeoff. Question of the Week/Month Were you adequately prepared for your first solo? Or do you think you needed more time? Send an email to [email protected] and share your story. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Lifelong Commitment to Aviation with Ron Horton -CFII, Designated Pilot Examiner (Single Engine Private, Commercial, and CFI Add-Ons) -Volunteer Pilot for Angel Flight and Airlift Hope -Cirrus Training Center Instructor (TCI) -Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award Recipient -AOPA Distinguished Flight Instructor -Instructor at Aerowood Aviation in Monroe, NC (KEQY) -Find Ron on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, or PlaneVisions.com AG and RH sit down with Ron Horton, a local CFII and Designated Pilot Examiner. Ron has an aviation background spanning nearly six decades and he has been recognized for his safe flying and outstanding flight instruction. Ron currently instructs at Aerowood Aviation in Monroe, NC at the EQY airport and conducts checkrides as a DPE. We discussed checkride preparation, ground and oral scenarios, common pitfalls on the flight portion, and Ron's advice on how to set students up for success on their next examination. Ron discusses what he thinks are the two biggest changes in general aviation in the last 50 years and reminisces about his brightest students. Thank you, Ron! Your lifelong commitment to aviation is a gift to the pilot community! * The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 145 Show Notes Topic of the show: On today's show, we have a special guest: Ron Horton, CFI and Designated Pilot Examiner for the FAA. We will discuss student pilot solo sign offs, going missed on a visual approach, and more of your great questions and feedback. Welcome to the show, Ron! Full interview with Ron will be available later this week, stay tuned! You can learn more about our guest co-host by visiting his website, or visiting the flight school where he instructs: Aerowood Aviation located in Monroe, NC at the EQY airport. If you'd like to email Ron, click here. You can find Ron on Instagram @skyhawk328 and on YouTube under "Leo Horton". Timely Feedback: Mike Victor Romeo sent in some data about Florida mountain ranges. Mike Romeo asks about getting into the ATC career path. Start here: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/students/schools/ PATRON Sierra Echo asks about the missed approach on a visual approach clearance. PATRON Mike Kilo is one step closer to his instrument rating. Congratulations! Feedback Delta Yankee is using our show to escape the real world and take a trip down memory lane. November Hotel wants to know more about tight turns to final. Why can't we do it all the time? PATRON Juliet Delta has a story involving today's special co-host! Question of the Week/Month For the pilots out there, did you feel overly prepared for your first solo or do you realize looking back that you could have benefited from more preparation? Tell us by clicking here! Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 144 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, we hear from an airline pilot, a general aviation pilot, and a dispatcher that works nights. Each of them has valuable feedback regarding fatigue. Thank you for sending us your stories! Timely Feedback: Guglielmo Marconi PATRON Hotel Mike Bravo passed his checkride! Congratulations! PATRON Mike Kilo sent in feedback about visual approaches. Link to AC 90-66B. 91.126 and 91.127. Delta Hotel sent in details about a gear incident at a local airport. Feedback PATRON Echo Golf asked the Terps Elf a very good question about wording on an approach plate. Thank you for your help, Mr. Terps Elf! http://cfiruss.blogspot.com/2018/05/goodbye-dme-hello-equipment.html Juliet Oscar asked about continuous authorization in closed traffic. PATRON Echo Hotel has taxiway confusion and name recognition. Mike Sierra has a question about Class Bravo and Class C instructions that aim them right at it. Whiskey Whiskey sent in a correction to RH's blunder. PATRON Tango November has some rapid fire questions and is seeking help or support after running out of episodes. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 143 Show Notes Topic of the show: Fatigue is an insidious danger in aviation. AG and RH discuss fatigue as it relates to some listener stories. Are you monitoring your level of fitness for flight? Are you taking a much-needed break when your brain is telling you to stop? Plus more of the listener's awesome feedback! Timely Feedback: PATRON Bravo Charlie Juliet flew with the Terps Elf! 2. Charlie Mike Sierra sent a story about a gas stop on a highway followed by a police escorted departure. http://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/police-escort-for-tennessee-takeoff/ Mike Victor Romeo shares his story about the water equivalent of landing at a military bases unannounced. Also, this great video about RH like robots:https://youtu.be/fJrw6imp7f8 Feedback PATRON Alpha Whiskey asked about maneuvering during a visual approach. PATRON Delta Mike sent a story about a Delta tower getting some new radar capabilities thanks to ADS-B. https://truckeetahoeairport.com/aviation/ads-b Alpha Hotel asks about speeding on the taxiway. Delta Papa is staring his career in ATC. #bear #TRIAD Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 142 Show Notes Topic of the show: What happens when the emergency is over? Is the pilot detained, questioned, and forced to fill out endless paperwork? We hear from several pilots about their post-emergency paperwork and we think our listeners will like what they learn. Also, what does law enforcement dispatch do with a laser report? Timely Feedback: PATRON Echo Golf (and fellow ATCer in the U.S.) shares his comments about a local Class Delta and VFR codes. PATRON Alpha Bravo Mike gives props to Romeo Hotel for his amazing pronunciation of hard words. PATRON Delta Mike shares his thoughts on NorCal Class Delta and VFR codes. Feedback PATRON Tango Mike the Fire Truck Guy shares audio about laser events. PATRON Bravo Charlie Juliet asks about "option radar" phraseology. Lima Foxtrot asks our advice on what to do when reception is terrible. PATRON Bravo Whiskey asks about TFRs over empty stadiums. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 141 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week we will get the details of a middle of the night incident in TRIAD airspace and discuss the troubleshooting procedures of a solo Pilatus pilot. We also discuss the differences throughout the NAS regarding the issuance of VFR codes at Class D airports. Timely Feedback: PATRON Mike Kilo sent in fantastic audio feedback about Class D VFR flight following codes. PATRON Bravo Sierra discusses Class D codes under a busy Bravo on the East Coast. PATRON Juliet Sierra discusses Class D codes under a busy Bravo on the West Coast. PATRON Delta Charlie discusses his experience with VFR codes at his busy Class D airport. Feedback PATRON Charlie Hotel asks about the pilot death penalty and offers insights into the best trainers. PATRON Charlie Hotel loves the P3 Orion! PATRON Charlie Mike sent in a picture of the APG crew showing off their OB Swag! PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo wants to know what we mean when we say "splat T". Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 140 Show Notes Topic of the show: What's going on in the radar room when a pilot declares and emergency and can't make it back to an airport? AG and RH will offer their opinions on what you don't' hear on frequency. Links to the story: link to kathryn's report http://www.kathrynsreport.com/search?q=n4092d flight radar24 https://www.flightradar24.com/data/flights/n4092d https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/238465 Timely Feedback: Juliet Whiskey wrote in after hearing us talk about his gear issue in TRIAD airspace last week. Unnamed PATRON shares some more details about the Class Bravo bust including ways to reduce the chances of that ever happening again. PATRON Echo Hotel wants to thank two awesome contributors to the show for their detailed and curious questions. Feedback PATRON Delta Zulu shares a flight following experience and handoff issues. Papa Bravo asked about visual approaches and sent this link to a video: See link—-https://youtu.be/2baIwgGlZ5c. Juliet Sierra shares his thoughts about flight following and codes from a Class Delta controller. ATC Ben works airplanes in the Land of Amazing with far better radio technology than the U.S. Question of the Week/Month Tell us a story about fatigue and how it affected your decision making skills. Send us a message by clicking here. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 139 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week on Opposing Bases, we discuss a listener's story when he busted Bravo accidentally. Why did it happen? What did they do to solve the issue with ATC? What can we learn from his story? This and more feedback and questions from the listeners. Timely Feedback: PATRON Mike Kilo shares his thoughts on the show and the names of his cats. PATRON Charlie Alpha is sad AG didn't sing the ATC Sak jingle. PATRON Tango Whiskey's brush with fame in the TRIAD airspace. Feedback PATRON Charlie Alpha asks about conflicting departures and missed approaches. PATRON Foxtrot Kilo shared some information about fatigue and degrading performance. PATRON Mike Kilo shares his thoughts on TAA RNAV clearances. Tango Sierra shares an update on his airport and final B747 flights. Check it out: https://www.bne.com.au/blog/behind-scenes/runway-begins Tango Mike asks about RNAV vs GNSS equipped planes. PATRON Local Mike Bravo shares a story about flight following. Charlie Bravo asks about transponder codes. Question of the Week/Month Do you have a story you'd like to share regarding fatigue? It could be with work, driving, flying, anything. Did your decision making skills suffer from a lack of sleep? Would you repeat the incident knowing what you know now? Tell us by clicking this link. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 138 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week we will discuss our opinions on navigating complex airspace with several different controlling agencies and airspace boundaries. Who should you call when you are approaching a Class Delta? How far above the Delta should you fly? What does the controller see when you are tagged up by another facility? Timely Feedback: PATRON Echo Hotel got his instrument rating! Congratulations! PATRON Tango Foxtrot shares his thoughts on the Class B violator. Delta Golf comments on the Terps Elf's response to his original feedback 2 years ago! PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie provides audio feedback regarding OB136. PATRON Tango Papa shares his thoughts on non standard phraseology during approaches. PATRON Alpha Whiskey declares a national day of mourning for the loss of several VOR approaches in TRIAD airspace. Link mentioned: https://bluelineaviationllc.com/our-future/ Feedback PATRON Alpha Lima asked about wake turbulence restrictions and his low approach behind a departing large aircraft. PATRON Juliet Hotel wants to talk about Canadian airspace. PATRON Juliet Delta has a question about getting improved equipment when there are known issues with certain radios. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 137 Show Notes Topic of the show: RH and AG are going to talk about separation errors. What happens to us when we violate a rule? How does our reporting culture encourage the sharing of data to enhance safety? Timely Feedback: PATRON Juliet Hotel is back from his long, unplanned cross country. PATRON Tango November is a private pilot! Congratulations! PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy sent in audio about approach planning. Golf Delta sent in information about ALTRVs. Feedback Juliet Charlie has a question about VHF and IAF clearances. Bravo Lima has a question about a strange application of visual separation. PATRON Mike Bravo has tips on tracking ADS-B from home. PATRON Foxtrot Kilo shared this article: "When you gotta deviate" written by Tarrance Kramer. Check it out. PATRON Echo Alpha asks about round robin flight plans. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 136 Show Notes Topic of the show: We get a couple of different perspectives on the Class Bravo violator. What else could the controller do to make sure the pilot was not medically incapacitated? Did the pilot need special assistance? We will share our opinion and get to more of your awesome feedback! Timely Feedback: PATRON Tango Kilo is an instrument pilot! Congratulations! PATRON Kilo Whiskey sent in the article about flight following requesting handoffs. Juliet Alpha Lima sent in some fruity corrections. Thank you! Mike Hotel offers some AIM examples of how to handle frequency changes with the same controller. Thank you! Horse Country or Potato Country? Feedback PATRON Juliet Hotel asks about a clearance to a big, busy airport and lost communications. PATRON Alpha Whiskey sent a story about the local fued between TRIAD and Duke approach. TERPS ELF Romeo Whiskey offers two options for a missed approach. PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo asked for clarification on intro phraseology. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 135 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, we are going to read a story about a missed radio call and subsequent pilot initiated go around. Situational awareness and prompt pilot action prevented a loss of runway separation. AG and RH will discuss what we can all learn from this story. Timely Feedback: Juliet Papa is a Private Pilot! Congratualtions! PATRON Juliet Hotel sent in a Christmas Laser Thingamajig story. Alpha November has an idea for a new shirt! #bingobangobongo PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent a link to a simulation of a Flight Check. Check it out here! PATRON Hotel Kilo sent his thoughts on the Class Bravo incident and a link to an article about the Brotherhood in Avaition. Feedback PATRON Kilo Whiskey asked about "Flight following with handoffs". PATRON Bravo Bravo Whiskey asks how he can better prepare his student pilots for solo operations at a towered airport. PATRON Juliet Bravo asks about flight following with handoffs. PATRON Juliet Whisky Mike is a Commercial Pilot with his instrument rating! Congratulations! PATRON Echo Lima sent a link to a shout out from the Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast (shout out at 51:48 Episode 1001) Thanks for the shout out, UCAP! Mike Hotel loves the chit chat about ATCSaks.com! Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 134 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH give their opinion on how to handle a potential violation of airspace. How can we conduct ourselves on the radio to avoid escalating a conflict? What actions do the professionals take in situations where they may have made a mistake? Thank you to PATRONs IM, CH, and MD for your awesome answers! Timely Feedback: Juliet Oscar wants us to clarify what "low" airspace means. PATRON Mike Delta wants to know what we think about checking in on a newly assigned frequency with the same controller. PATRON Alpha Mike Bravo learned the funny way that remarks need to be brief in your flight plan. Feedback PATRON Oscar Charlie asks about flight following in busy airspace. PATRON Charlie Alpha Whiskey has thoughts about phone numbers and canceling IFR flight plans. Romeo Kilo asks about traffic counts. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 133 Show Notes Topic of the show: What happens when we file an IFR flight plan in the air but the controller has already cleared us to our destination before we call Flight Service? Why would the pilot have to call FSS if they had a clearance already? We will cover this and more of your awesome feedback. Timely Feedback: PATRON Delta Mike asked about advertising our favorite approach instead of ILS approaches. Why not? Mike Delta sent in audio of an aircraft squawking 1 7 7 6 on July 4th. #America Detla Charlie offers insight into the comms issue down near Jaguar center. PATRON Echo Hotel made a ForeFlight content pack for the TRIAD area. PATRON Tango Bravo wants to know what to say after a VFR practice approach with no separation services is provided. India Lima asked about ALTRV phraseology. Feedback Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON Lima Foxtrot sent a menagerie of feedback! #tally-HO Juliet Mike asked if there is specific guidance for similar sounding call signs. PATRON Bravo Delta asked if it's helpful to file preferred routing or just file direct and let ATC handle the routing. Question of the Week/Month What did you learn from the Class Bravo incident in Las Vegas? Send in your opinion (click that link) on how we can all become better pilots or controllers and users of the NAS as a result of the incident. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 132 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week, RH and AG discuss the differences between approach types in terms of pilot and controller workload and difficulty. What is our favorite type of approach and why? And of course, more of your awesome questions! Timely Feedback: Delta Yankee has timely feedback about the closely spaced parallel approaches and visual conditions. PATRON Delta Bravo shares a lesson in Bay Area reporting points near Valley Airport and the Pruneyard! Feedback PATRON Bravo Sierra asks about the timing of filing an IFR flight plan. PATRON Oscar Charlie has a potpourri of untimely feedback. PATRON Echo Hotel asks about procedure during poor radio coverage transitions. PATRON Sierra Hotel sent a link and asks us to interpret this helicopter procedure. Tango Sierra asks about rejecting transponder codes. PATRON Romeo Lima Hotel sent in this great link. They read our minds! Question of the Week/Month What can we learn from the Class Bravo airspace violator exchange we've all heard by now? Where can the pilot improve and how do you think the controller handled the issue? Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 131 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH continue the discussion on traffic; specifically calling traffic in sight and the pilot's responsibilities after the call is made. What happens if you lose the traffic? What are the controller's responsibilities after the pilot says they lost the traffic? All of that and more of your awesome feedback! Timely Feedback: Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON India Mike got a slam dunk clearance! PATRON Charlie Papa sent in audio about looking for traffic. PATRON Romeo Whiskey hit a bird but he is close to his first solo! Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON Papa Lime from Race City Flight Operations asked about implications of ADS-B on minimum vectoring altitudes. Feedback PATRON Alpha Tango is involved in "opposing bases" to the same runway? Juliet Sierra wants to know if joining the localizer if a controller forgets the turn is appropriate. PATRON Alpha Whiskey has a question about entering a hold. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 130 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH explain several different types of traffic calls and situations. Do we need the pilots to see one another? What happens if you have them in sight? What happens if you don't see them? Timely Feedback: India Lima walks us down his memory lane and his amazing career in air traffic. PATRON Bravo Sierra has a great story about traffic in sight! Romeo Mike got some terrible vectors from RH last week. Alpha Uniform has some advice for applicants taking the air traffic admission test. Feedback PATRON Bravo Whiskey discusses traffic to closely spaced parallel runways. PATRON Alpha Whiskey wants to know if we can use just ADS-B to identify a target. PATRON Sierra Mike has a question about a tricky approach. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 129 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss ATC traffic calls. When do we issue them? What are the pilot responsibilities for reporting traffic in sight? What can controllers do knowing pilots have other aircraft in sight. We answer all these questions and much more. Timely Feedback: Delta Alpha from Big Apple asks about staffing and training. PATRON Alpha Whiskey asks about a strange approach clearance. Delta Bravo Charlie calls for an end to PTAC drool! Bravo Whiskey offers a spelling lesson on Whiskey vs. Whisky PATRON Hotel Bravo offers clarity on the statement about ADS-B. Feedback PATRON Juliet Hotel cannot believe it isn't easier to contact pilots after landing and forgetting to close IFR flight plans. PATRON Bravo Whiskey tells a story of how he helped a controller in a jam. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 128 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss how controllers all have their own way of doing things. What happens when we sit down and the previous controller created a situation we don't like? How do we make the problem run our way? Timely Feedback: Delta Victor from the approach control mentioned last week responds to our discussion about an arrival to a Class Delta being left to high. Thank you, DV! Charlie Whiskey Sierra want to know why pilots are using up frequency time to check their ADS-B. Link: https://adsbperformance.faa.gov/PAPRRequest.aspx PATRON Tango Foxtrot interprets "practical" and "practicable". Army Juliet Golf gives his input on "land as soon as practical". PATRON Hotel Bravo has input on the ADS-B testing issue. Feedback PATRON Sierra Mike wants to know how controllers keep all this information together. PATRON Charlie Mike from the Frozen North has a question about pilots and controllers getting to know each other. PATRON Charlie Alpha Whisky want to know about our experience with intercept phraseology as heard on the introduction audio. Last Week's question: After being issued a traffic call from ATC, are you required to find the target? If you do see the target, are you required to tell ATC you have it in sight? And if it's traffic to follow and you have them in sight, is the pilot required to maintain a standard of separation in terms of mileage? Tell us here. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 127 Show Notes Topic of the show: RH and AG discuss what a pilot can do to get out of a jam when they are left high on an approach. Timely Feedback: PATRON Tango Hotel sent in a great audio question! Bravo Foxtrot got selected to take the air traffic test. Congratulations! Feedback Echo Romeo asks about "approved as requested" phraseology. Charlie Alpha asks for our take on partially reopening a closed runway. Juliet Lima is training to become a CFI and has some AIM interpretations to share. November Papa wants to settle the debate over using VMC or VFR to describe the weather situation. Question of the Week/Month After being issued a traffic call from ATC, are you required to find the target? If you do see the target, are you required to tell ATC you have it in sight? And if it's traffic to follow and you have them in sight, is the pilot required to maintain a standard of separation in terms of mileage? Tell us here. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to entertain an audience, promote aviation safety, and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 126 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH break down the importance of timing when turning aircraft onto final and illustrate the differences between aircraft with widely different speeds. Timely Feedback: Air Traffic Controllers are an integral part of the aviation safety system! PATRON Charlie Mike left audio about aircraft equipment knowledge. Whiskey Echo Bravo left feedback about the Blue Angles comm use. PATRON Delta Mike Guy Named After a Texas Town left feedback about the foodtruck Fly-In at Race City Flight Operations last week. SGAC PATRON Papa Lima had a packed house at the Fly-In! PATRON Alpha Tango chimes in about opening audio. PATRON Charlie Hotel is going to be a controller. Congratulations! PATRON Echo Alpha talks about vectors to final. SGAC PATRON India Mike talks about tight airspace and turns to final. Feedback Juliet Golf sent an update about his Army helicopter training! PATRON Zulu Sierra talks about the nuances of GPS programming and the autopilot. Mike Victor Hotel sent an update about his grandson and military flying. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 125 Show Notes Topic of the show: RH and AG got the help of a TERPS expert answering a listener question about unpublished hold instructions on a missed approach. Links referenced in the Terps Elf answer: FAA's Instrument Flight Procedures Information Gateway , FAA Form 8260-2 , CRQ ILS 24 Timely Feedback: PATRON helped us answer a question about the Blue Angels and frequency usage. Kilo Kilo sent in answers to a few questions of the week. PATRON Alpha Tango commented on the new show introduction audio and show swag. Feedback Tango Mike the Fire Truck Guy asked about "ATC Zero" phraseology. PATRON Bravo Sierra sent a great question about "full length" takeoff phraseology. PATRON Echo Alpha asked why some center controllers won't vector to final and some will provide the service. PATRON Alpha Tango asked about ADS-B checks and what the controllers need to do in order to accomplish the task. Question of the Week/Month When a vector to final looks inadequate, do you adjust without telling the controller? Is that allowed? Let us know by clicking here. Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to entertain an audience, promote aviation safety, and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 124 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss why we refer to the aircraft on approach as "my final". Why are we so possessive of this area of airspace and why do we celebrate when we do it well? Mentioned in the opening: Race City Flight Operations at 14A Airport (Lake Norman Airport). Stop by on May 16th for some food trucks, airplanes, and a reminder of "normal". Also, check out opposingbases.com/shop to get the first official OB merchandise sold in the Opposing Bases store! Sale ends on Friday and if you order now, you can take advantage of free shipping! Timely Feedback: Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON Papa Lima is being forced to listen to us in normal speed! PATRON Echo Golf sent audio about the question from Joe the Airbus Guy. PATRON Hotel Mike Bravo is preparing for a new role as a pilot at his company. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent another awesome audio clip about the recent wave of military aircraft fly overs in honor of first responders and front-line workers. PATRON Tango Hotel got yelled at because ATC was looking for him! Hotel Sierra has a scenic route on a VFR flight. PATRON Bravo Sierra talks about what he will do when he comes out of the cave. Feedback PATRON Romeo November passed his instrument written. Papa Bravo sent in a question about TRIAD ATIS. PATRON Alpha Whiskey asked about frequency coverage. Question of the Week/Month The TRIAD area is beginning to open back up. What do you think IF a BQ1 Fly-In was rescheduled for July 25th? That's a full 10 weeks from now. Would you feel ok attending an outdoor gathering that soon? Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to entertain an audience, promote aviation safety, and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 123 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH break down the details of an arrival with "descend via" instructions with the help of PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy. We also find out what our listeners want to do in aviation when we get back to the new normal. Timely Feedback: PATRON Echo Golf sent in audio feedback about the show. PATRON Whiskey Charlie sent a confession. PATRON Sierra Hotel sent a link about a local company helping the fight against the pandemic. Feedback PATRON Echo Hotel is going to get his checkride done! Good luck! PATRON Delta Whiskey Tango is going to resume flight training and get his medical taken care of ASAP! PATRON Charlie Mike is going to witness the beauty of flying in Alaska. PATRON Tango Juliet Mike is going to get back to Angel Flights. PATRON Mike Delta is looking forward to the Fly in at BQ1. PATRON Echo Alpha is going to get back to instructing. Show mentions: atcsaks.com Check them out! And thanks for supporting the show! Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.

Episode 122 Show Notes Topic of the show: What is taking that controller so long? Whiskey Charlie sent in a question on OB120 about a reroute that took a little while in the tower. On this episode, we will hear from two of the controllers that work at the facility providing the outstanding service. We find out why the reroute took so long, what obstacles are in the controller's way, and how the controller tried his best using paper charts! Timely Feedback: PATRON Tango Foxtrot sent some more local knowledge about SoCal and intersection issues. PATRON Sierra Mike sent in autopilot comments and some resource management comments. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie collected some audio of someone we know in an awesome ground control session. Feedback PATRON Local Mike Bravo and PATRON Foxtrot Kilo ask about GPS Interference testing. Juliet Kilo Lima sent in a response to the question of the week about instructors and is looking for some ways to handle communication issues with Non-Native English Speaking pilots. Echo Bravo asks about the rules of the road for flight following. Question of the Week/Month When we can finally get back to normal, what's the first thing you will do with regard to aviation. Tell us about your daydreams and what you look forward to the most! Send them here! Mentioned in this show: Finer Points with Jason Miller: https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ ATC Saks: https://atcsaks.com/ Flying and Life episode 58 video: https://youtu.be/YgVQQkeEzeI Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website. Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don't be shy, use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to [email protected]. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases. Music by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net. Legal Notice The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC. Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only. There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA. All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor. Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.