Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

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 o...

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 Mik...

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...

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...

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...

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 cemen...

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 N...

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...

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 separat...

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...

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 fl...

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_conundr...

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...

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...

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...

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. W...

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 in...

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...

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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...

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...

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...

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 ATC...

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...

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://aviati...