Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

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...

Episode 102 Show Notes   Topic of the show:   RH and AG tackle more listener questions and feedback about ATC, Class Charlie, cloud clearances, and VFR on Top clearances.    Timely Feedback: PATRON Charlie Papa sent in some Canadian knowledge! Thank you! Hotel Hotel got kicked to the couch for listening to the robots! PATRON CW sent in a picture of his panel and some show ideas. PATRON HM sent in...

Episode 101 Show Notes   Topic of the show: AG and RH highlight some of our show's main messages to pilots and the aviation community, answer more questions, and brighten your Monday!  Delta Mike sent in some reminders of what this show is all about.  Thank you!   Timely Feedback: PATRON Papa Lima sent in a menagerie of feedback that's timely! PATRON Whiskey Bravo sent in some advice on our phrase...

Episode 100 Show Notes   Topic of the show: AG and RH would like to extend a giant thank you to our listeners, our supporters, and our families for helping us reach this major milestone.  We've had a blast making 100 episodes and look forward to many, many more!  Thank you for listening and enjoy the show!   Special OB100 shout outs.  Some of you sent in a quick note about the show and the latest...

Episode 99   Topic of the show: What would happen if we lost radar at TRIAD?  AG and RH catch up on feedback and your awesome questions. Tuesday 11/19/19 is the last day to get your #TeamAG OB T-Shirt.  Click here to get yours now!     Timely Feedback: TSW suggested local squawk codes. PATRON EC mentions two way comms when departing Delta towards Charlie. PATRON MBS has a phraseology question. Hot...

OB98 Topic of the show: PATRON Bravo Delta inspired this week's discussion about the differences between "resume own navigation", "proceed direct", and "proceed on course".  Where does the controller expect you to go after a course deviation for traffic or weather? Last week to get a new, amazing, blue Opposing Bases T Shirt!  #TeamAG.  Click here to purchase now! Timely Feedback: PATRONs JB and C...

Episode 97 Show Notes   Topic of the show:   RH and AG get to 12 more listener questions and comments.  This is an all feedback episode.  We'd like to say thank you to everyone for their patience and a special thank you to all our show PATRONS!  We are having a blast with this show and the questions keep getting better each week!   NEW OB SWAG!  Get your new Opposing Bases T-Shirt today!   Timely...

Episode 96 Show Notes Topic of the show:  AG and RH catch up on a mountain of your questions and feedback! Timely Feedback:  1. PATRON Bravo Charlie Juliet sent in feedback about short hops. 2. Kilo Mike the MedEvac helicopter driver sent in details about is operation. 3. PATRON Alpha Tango sent in some audio about emergency operation priority. 4. PATRON Delta Romeo Golf thinks we resemble the Ses...

Episode 95 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss a spike in TRIAD traffic and how we adapt to seasonal traffic.  How do we keep the airspace moving safely and efficiently? We also discuss "Med Evac" operations and how we prioritize that type of operation. Timely Feedback:  1. MVR asks about vacation bidding and short jet hops. 2. PATRON India Mike has a Bay Area IFR operational short cut...

Episode 94 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss a listener question about SIDs and STARs.  Can we help design them?  Who decides when a new one is necessary? Timely Feedback:  1. ATC story from PATRON Papa Lima. 2. ATC story from PATRON Delta Golf. 3. Juliet Romeo with great feedback about the NOSE rule in Florida. 4. IFR See and Avoid?  Check out this article. 5. PATRON Alpha Kilo sent...

Episode 93 Show Notes Topic of the show: Listener Hotel Mike Bravo sent in a couple of great questions about readbacks and filing to IAF on IFR flights.  AG and RH will break down their thoughts to help keep you informed, safe, and having fun while flying! Have you given us a review on iTunes?  Click here and leave us a Five Star Review .  We will pick the best five star review and send you some s...

Episode 92 Show Notes Topic of the show:  PATRON Golf Tango is a USAF student pilot and he sent in a question about a delay on one of his flights in Texas in the T-1.  We try to explain what could have been happening while his plane guzzled gas!  Thank you for your service, GT! Timely Feedback:  1. PATRON Kilo Lima sent in feedback about her ground instructor rating. 2. Juliet Sierra sent in a tha...

Episode 91 Show Notes Topic of the show:  RH and AG get to more of your awesome questions and feedback!  Congratulations to PATRONs KL and NG on their newest certificates and also a shout out to TW for becoming a new private pilot!  Great job!   *Today's show was recorded while AG drove to base.  Please accept our apologies for some minor audio issues.*   Enjoy the show! Timely Feedback:  1. CQ is...

Episode 90 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH catch up on some more of your awesome questions and feedback! Timely Feedback:   PATRON Alpha Tango sent in Chicago feedback! Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander/ PATRON 7.Zero Productions just did an awesome video on the Fisk Arrival . This is outstanding and we highly recommend checking it out! Lima Delta Fox sent in Dallas departure procedures...