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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!
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Timely Feedback:
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Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can now support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.
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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 Sesame Street characters?
Feedback
1. Echo Bravo asked about 9/11 and the changes afterwards for ATC.
2. Juliet Alpha Mike the CFII sent in some Duke questions.
3. Charlie Sierra asked about straight in ILS approach clearances.
4. PATRON India Mike asked about weather information available to pilots.
5. PATRON November Golf sent in feedback about remote towers. Link.
6. Alpha Lima Zulu asked about a strange string of events on a VFR flight plan.
7. PATRON Romeo November asked about radar coverage and in air IFR filing.
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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.
3. PATRON Golf Tango talks about the military version of the Beech Jet.
4. PATRON Mike Echo Hotel is adding VFR flight plan to her to-do list!
5. Juliet Charlie Romeo has discovered how to speed up our rambling!
6. Tango Whiskey Tango Bravo has figured out how to make us last a full week!
Feedback
1. Kilo Mike tells a story about MedEvac in a busy Class Bravo area.
2. Charlie Mike sent in a picture of a cool strip with "Venus" callsign.
3. Bravo Mike asked about a frequency in the SFRA.
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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 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 in a great question about a recent flight.
6. PATRON Bravo Foxtrot sent in a link to a video we will discuss.
7. Charlie Quebec sends her full support of the Star Destroyer.
Feedback
1. Papa Bravo asked about the altimeter setting discrepancy with the ATIS.
2. Hotel Mike Bravo asked about animals on the runway.
3. Audio from a Pilot/Driver Whiskey Bravo that hates our siren sound!
Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com or find us on Twitter @Opposing_Bases. Send Feedback or Questions directly to our inbox using Feedback@opposingbases.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 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 show merchandise! Or click "Write a Review" in your podcast player on your iOS device!
Timely Feedback:
1. PATRON Mike Bravo Sierra asked about WADOF (Wrong Altitude For Direction of Flight)
2. Juliet Bravo sent in timely feedback about Flight Aware VFR flight tracking.
3. PATRON Bravo Foxtrot sent in a mishmash of feedback. #sectionalCharts
4. PATRON Echo Hotel sent in audio about the Star Destroyer and its possibility!
5. PATRON Mike Delta sent in follow up about his pattern entry with the "bothered" controller.
6. PATRON Whiskey Charlie asked about radar coverage when talking to the tower controller.
Feedback
1. Tango Hotel sent in audio about a scenario involving a small aircraft and an Airbus? What happened?
Question of the Week/Month
Share your most recent story about ATC. Did something unusual happen that made you wonder what was going on in the background? Share it and we may discuss it on the show!
Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com or find us on Twitter @Opposing_Bases. Send Feedback or Questions directly to our inbox using Feedback@opposingbases.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 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 thank you!
3. PATRON Alpha Tango comments on our reading of his hilarious sarcasm.
4. PATRON Sierra Hotel inspired OB89 with his feedback and sent in follow up.
5. PATRON Charlie Mike asked about local codes.
Feedback
1. PATRON Mike Echo Hotel sent in feedback about flight following in PCT area and 9/11.
2. PATRON Mike Echo Delta sent in a question about a pattern entry.
3. From Charlie Whiskey: So here are the links for the VOR test logging rule repeal Petition for Rulemaking:
1. Here's a link to reading the Petition for Rulemaking: https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=FAA-2019-0739-0001
2. Comment in support of the Petition: either hit the "comment now" button or follow this link: https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FAA-2019-0739-0001
3. Suggested text for Comment: "I am writing to express my support for opening a rulemaking proceeding regarding the potential repeal of the VOR Test logging requirement. This rule has out lived its usefulness and creates an unnecessary burden upon pilots and aircraft owners and operators."
4. PATRON Romeo Whiskey sent in some practicing tips for November Whiskey in OB 90. "Download a few snippets of audio from Liveatc (the recordings are kept for 30 days). This is the link for Dayton but can be replaced with any ICAO code at the end: https://www.liveatc.net/archive.php?m=kday Download the podcast app Overcast (unfortunately this is iOS only) and sign up for a paid subscription (it's only $10 for the year) Load the ATC files to Overcast (note this has to be done on the website) and you can listen on fast mode plus use smart speed which speeds up the audio when there is silence."
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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 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 all about #TeamAG and the #StarDestroyer!
2. Tango Mike the Fire Truck Guy: double towers and blind spots.
3. Tango Mike the Fire Truck Guy: audio about audio!
4. PATRON AT: Cherokee of PA-28?
5. PayPal TDW audio about frequency fun!
6. PATRON "El Toro" explaines his logic behind a callsign.
7. PATRON IM: Short range IFR clearances.
8. DC: Our audio lacks the AM scratchiness.
9. PATRON JEC sent in audio about coded taxi routes in ATL.
10. DS sent in more NOTAM madness!
Feedback
1. PATRON Romeo Whiskey sent in a question about airspace downgrades. See the article here.
2. PATRON Echo Charlie asked about amending departure times.
3. Kilo Kilo Bravo asked why he got a different squawk from the same controller.
4. PATRON Bravo Bravo asked about ICAO equipment suffixes.
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Send Feedback or Questions directly to our inbox using Feedback@opposingbases.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 90 Show Notes
Topic of the show: AG and RH catch up on some more of your awesome questions and feedback!
Timely Feedback:
Feedback
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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 89 Show Notes
Topic of the show: PATRON Sierra Hotel sent in some questions about how TRIAD controllers handled an emergency/bird strike back in 2015. AG and RH discuss the incident and talk about reacting quickly during an emergency. Thank you, SH for sharing your son's story and we are happy it ended with a safe landing at a published airport.
Timely Feedback:
1. PATRON Lima Delta Golf sent in ORD feedback.
2. Charlie November from ORD answered our questions about the multiple towers. Thank you, CN!
3. SB sent in a link to a chart supplement in Alaska. Thank you! ( https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/part-93/subpart-D )
4. Question of the Week answer from Romeo Hotel! Great work!
5. Charlie Delta from the Flying Weatherman sent in audio! Thank you!
Feedback
1. Charlie Whiskey Sierra sent in Special VFR comments. LOL. Thank you.
2. PATRON Charlie Mike sent in great audio! Thank you!
3. Juliet Sierra sent in a ton of questions. We tackle the first half!
4. Charlie Alpha Whiskey want to know if RH is a robot?
Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com or find us on Twitter @Opposing_Bases.
Send Feedback or Questions directly to our inbox using Feedback@opposingbases.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 88 Show Notes
Topic of the show: PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie from Atlanta sent in a question about separation services. AG and RH explain what we do and how tower controllers keep airplanes apart. Thank you to another great air trafficker for his/her help answering some questions about Chicago Tower ground operations, standard taxi instructions, and training!
Timely Feedback:
1. PATRON Alpha Tango sent in questions with his Chicago messages. Thank you!
2. PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy sent in a great question about late night staffing.
3. PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy gives his take on the ORD 5 Departure.
4. PATRON Charlie Mike asked about new airports with a seemingly new ATC language.
Feedback
1. Romeo Bravo sent in a story about a well performing KC-135!
2. PATRON Alpha Tango asked about precipitation levels.
3. PATRON Joe the Airbus Guy sent in a story about a near divert to a busy airport.
Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com or find us on Twitter @Opposing_Bases. Send Feedback or Questions directly to our inbox using Feedback@opposingbases.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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