Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

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 partiall...

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 t...

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125 Show Notes Topic of the show:   RH and AG got the help of a TERPS expert answering a listener question about unpublished hold instructions on a missed approach.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...

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 ou...

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...

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...

Episode 121 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH got some great feedback about two topics recently: flight following in the SoCal area and the use of autopilot on checkrides.  We will share our thoughts and you can hear what our listeners think!  RH and AG were recently interviewed by Carl Valeri on the Stuck Mic AvCast episode 237! Timely Feedback: Part 1: PATRONS Bravo Sierra, Delta Bravo, an...

Episode 120 Show Notes Topic of the show: What are "Opposing Bases"?  Also, PATRON Whiskey Charlie asked about reroute selection, chart usage, and general controller/pilot type of knowledge in the tower.  AG and RH will give our opinions on the disconnect between two sides of the microphone.   Timely Feedback: PATRON Juliet Bravo sent in some local VFR feedback for SoCal area. Supreme Galactic Avi...

Episode 119 Show Notes Show Topic: AG and RH talk about their favorite instructors of all time!  We dig deep into the inbox and get to some more of your awesome questions and feedback!  Happy Monday!   Feedback Romeo Whiskey the "Terps Elf" sent in his confessions. PATRON Juliet Bravo sent in a question about equipment suffixes. Alpha Foxtrot sent audio about practice areas. Charlie Mike sent a qu...

Episode 118 Show Notes Topic of the show: We asked listeners about their favorite instructor and we have some great feedback.  We are going to resist the urge to talk about current events.  Please use this show as a momentary escape from reality and stay safe, healthy, and happy.  We will get through this time and we will be stronger for it! Timely Feedback: PayPal Supporter Juliet Foxtrot sent au...

Episode 117 Show Notes Topic of the show: In this week's installment of normalcy, we discuss Flight Checks .  What are they?  Who does them?  How do controllers safely handle these critically important missions?  AG and RH share our experiences and answer more of your awesome feedback!  Timely Feedback: PATRON Delta Mike Guy Named After a Texas Town asked what happens when we have to adapt to dyna...

Episode 116 Show Notes Topic of the show: "Climb Via SID" vs. "Climb and Maintain" phraseology present a challenge depending on how the clearance is executed on departure.  We break down the difference and illustrate some techniques for pilots that aren't sure exactly what clearance they have been issued. Last day to get the latest Opposing Bases T-Shirt!  Click now to purchase before it's too lat...

Episode 115 Show Notes Topic of the show: What if a control instruction places you close to another piece of airspace that is controlled by another facility?  Should you call both controllers?  Should you be monitoring both frequencies?  AG and RH try to clear up some of the confusion and give their opinions on best practices to stay safe!  Great questions from PATRON Bravo Yankee! Get the latest...

Episode 114 Show Notes Topic of the show: We encourage flight following on almost every episode.  But what about short flights or local training flights?  What should you do?  AG and RH share their opinion on the use of flight following in these types of scenarios.  We also get to more of your awesome questions.  Thank you, PATRON Local Mike Bravo! Click here to get the latest Opposing Bases T-Shi...

Episode 113 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss how our system gets updated approach information for airports with magnetic course changes.  Can we clear the aircraft for an approach with the old runway numbers still on the approach plate? Thank you, Mike.  Check out Flying and Life Podcast ! Timely Feedback: Tango Sierra sent in a solution to the EFB dilemma. Check it out here . PATRO...

Episode 112 Show Notes   Topic of the show: Juliet Echo Charlie left another great audio question about our use of the word "Cleared".  What does it mean and what coordination is required before we can issue control instructions?    Opposing Bases will be at the BQ1 Airport on April 18, 2020 to meet AG and RH?  If you can make it, click here so we can try to get a head count.  We hope to see every...

Episode 111 Show Notes Topic of the show: ADS-B has many benefits for the general aviation pilot community and the pilots have a lot to say on the matter.  AG and RH continue to discuss the technology and how pilots can improve safety with smart integration of the new informational displays.  Timely Feedback: Great audio from Hotel Golf about asking for what you want in busy airspace. CFI Echo Alp...

Episode 110 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH continue to discuss the new ADS-B equipment requirement and we hear from our listeners about their experiences with the equipment.  We briefly discuss helicopter operations, ATC communications during a critical incident, and more of your awesome feedback!  For more information about ADS-B, check out the following links: Wikipedia or the FAA site....

Episode 109 Topic of the show: RH and AG discuss listener feedback about our episode related to ADS-B.  Thank you for adding to the conversation. Timely Feedback: The DUDE may be able to help with military rating/civilian conversion. PATRON Mike Charlie clears up the "Woo Pig Sooie" question. Delta Bravo Charlie sent in audio about traffic and ADS-B. PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo sent in ADS-B feedbac...

Episode 108 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH are going to answer a listener question about ADS-B and discuss how the recent changes are impacting us in the radar room.  Please continue to ask for flight following, continue to visually scan for other aircraft, and as always, fly safely! Timely Feedback: PATRON Charlie Papa sent in audio about lessons learned! Juliet Foxtrot sent in a correct...

Episode 107 Show Notes   Topic of the show: Why do controllers say "Landing/Takeoff will be at your own risk"?  AG and RH break down this phraseology.  We received some great stories of controllers taking the plane and lessons you wish you learned before they presented themselves in real life.   Timely Feedback: PATRON Mike Echo Delta sent a link ( https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/ )to help suppo...

Episode 106 Show Notes Topic of the show: Juliet Sierra asks about coordination.  We talk about why we coordinate, what we coordinate, and how we do it.  If you want to hear a mock radar session where we do some coordination, check out OB045: Sounds From The Radar Room .   Great questions, JS.  Thank you! Timely Feedback: PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie sent in a link http://airportviewer.com/airport/K...

Episode 105 Show Notes   Topic of the show:   We discuss training and how we determine when we have to step in as trainers.  More feedback and more of your awesome questions!  Thank you for the great audio, PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie!  Audio provided by a listener from LiveATC.net .   Timely Feedback: PATRON Bravo Sierra want to meet at BQ1 for a live show. Juliet Hotel also wants to meet for a li...

Episode 104 Show Notes   Topic of the show:   AG and RH would like to extend a Merry Christmas to our loyal Opposing Bases listeners.  In this episode, we are going to tackle a ton of timely feedback and get to some more great aviation questions.    RH and BG from Podcasting on a Plane podcast did an interview a few weeks ago.  Click here to listen to the entire interview.    Thank you, BG!  It wa...

Episode 103 Show Notes   Topic of the show:    AG and RH discuss a VFR Lost Communication situation on the way home from Oshkosh breaking down the chain of events, the decision making process, and the safe conclusion.    Timely Feedback: Charlie Golf says thanks to Opposing Bases! Bravo Foxtrot has a questions about requisite work experience for becoming a controller. PATRON Captain Nick has some...