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**Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk**

Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk
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OB127: Slam Dunk Approach Jun 01, 2020

Show notes

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB126: Vectors To Final May 26, 2020

Show notes

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB125: Invisible Elves Holding Pattern May 18, 2020

Show notes

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.

OB124: My Final Masterpiece May 12, 2020

Show notes

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?

OB123: The Next Chapter In Your Aviation Story May 04, 2020

Show notes

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB122: Coyote Cunctations Apr 27, 2020

Show notes

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB121: Collective Friction, Class Bravo Fiction Apr 20, 2020

Show notes

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, and Echo Alpha, and Romeo Lima Hotel sent in feedback about the use of autopilot on check-rides. Great perspectives from pilots in the field. Thank you! Tango Sierra sent in some audio, too!

Part 2: PATRONS Tango Foxtrot and Sierra Mike sent in feedback about SoCal flight following. Thank you for sharing your stories.

Feedback

PATRON Delta Mike shared some timely feedback and a story about a great flight instructor.
PATRON Kilo Whiskey shared his story about being yelled at by ATC.
PATRON Local Mike Bravo has a story about "Opposing Bases" in real life on the same runway.
PATRON Charlie Papa is sad about the Fly-In being postponed and sent in an example of how practice areas are depicted in the Great Frozen North.
Mike Juliet Delta has a question about our show music.

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB120: Creative Navigation, Deadly Operation Apr 13, 2020

Show notes

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 Aviation Commander Charlie Hotel provides some fun facts about practice areas and frequency usage.
PATRON Golf Tango sent audio about the land down under!
TERPS ELF Romeo Whiskey from Tornado Alley responds to our introduction last week.
PATRON Mike Echo Hotel got the latest T shirt!
PayPal Supporter Delta Charlie sent in timely feedback about OB117 and flight checks.
PATRON and HOST of Aviation NewsTalk podcast, MT sent in some feedback about the use of our show title in traffic calls. #opposingbases

Feedback

PATRON Alpha Whiskey sent in a question about a military operation for AG.
Bravo Golf sent in some feedback about TRIAD Tower.
Juliet Mike wants to know our opinion on an exchange between a distressed pilot and a controller.

Question of the Week/Month Respond to the following statement: The use of an autopilot on an initial civilian instrument check ride should be limited to cruise flight or prohibited altogether. Send your response to Feedback@opposingbases.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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB119: The Best Instructors Apr 06, 2020

Show notes

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 quick thank you.
Mike Delta asked how to self-announce or get flight following in busy Class B in California.
Juliet Mike gives his opinion on too many bells and whistles in the cockpit.
Alpha Sierra sent a link to the "Endless Runway".
PATRON Mike Romeo sent a link to a pilot survey. Click here and help him out! Listener comments and questions about this can be sent to atc.facility.tour@gmail.com
PATRON MKC Nick sent in a show suggestion.
Romeo Whiskey asked about LAANC.
PATRON Bravo Sierra tells a story of getting yelled at by ATC.
PATRON Delta Papa sent in audio about his favorite instructor.
Oscar Yankee got yelled at by ATC. Why?
PATRON ABM sent in a link to a story he wrote about his favorite instructors. What a great story, thank you

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

OB118: Live and Socially Distanced Mar 31, 2020

Show notes

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 audio about his field and non-towered operations during the temporary closure of a large Class B airport.
Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON Papa Lima sent in some timely feedback and a picture of his buddies wearing OB shirts.
Supreme Galactic Aviation Commander PATRON Delta Golf left some audio about ATC during the pandemic.
PATRON Alpha Tango and Midway during the loss of ATC.
FO TSW sent feedback about temporary ATC facilities.
PATRON Local Mike Bravo sent in feedback about ATC cleaning habits.
PATRON Charlie Alpha Whiskey sent in a link about a local TRIAD company on the front lines fighting the pandemic: https://www.labcorp.com/information-labcorp-about-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19 and a link to aviation weather: Aviationweather.gov

Feedback

PATRON Romeo Whiskey Kilo sent audio about crazy headings in CA.
PATRON Charlie Mike is a CFII! Congratulations!
Mike Golf tells us how hard it is to contact the FAA.

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 feedback@opposingbases.com. 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.

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