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OB389: Two Lieutenants, a Blackhawk, and a DMZ

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2025/06/17

Episode 389 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss recent changes in how VFR only towers provide radar approach services to pilots. Who has responsibility for approaches in the airspace, what facilities can provide radar services, and why is the change important for pilots to understand? We also discuss VFR vectors, pinch hitter courses, and how a malfunctioning instrument caused a Blackhawk to stray into enemy territory. This was a fun show! Enjoy! Timely

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01:24:41

OB388: When ATC Stops Talking

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2025/06/10

Episode 388 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ATC communication and radar outages from the perspective of the pilot and the controller. What are steps pilots and controllers can take to reestablish order and predictability when critical systems go down unexpectedly? We also discuss a real-life backup handheld radio story, circling to land expectations and more of your awesome feedback. This episode is packed with information you can use to safely operate in

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01:23:51

OB387: More Right Rudder

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2025/06/03

Episode 387 Show Notes Topic of the show: Staying On Your Toes, Sponsored by Patron DF On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss staying current and expanding your horizons in aviation. How do you gain proficiency and confidence? Why is this so important in your aviation story? We also discuss a popular EFB routing issue, base entry reporting, and more of your awesome aviation questions. This week’s show is packed with aviation gold! Enjoy! Links:

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01:21:46

OB386: VFR Vectors to Final

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2025/05/27

Episode 386 Show Notes Topic of the show: VFR Vectors to Final. Sponsored by SGAC Patron SA On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss sequencing VFR’s to a Charlie airport and the etiquette involved on both sides of the mic. We also discuss a real life center controller sighting, confusing late night flying mistakes, and more of your awesome aviation feedback. Links: https://youtu.be/Dml3O6Irmt0 Timely Feedback: 1. Army IP DS answers the radar altimeter question from last week, thanks! 2

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OB386: VFR Vectors to Final

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2025/05/27

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01:24:50

OB385: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Victor Airways

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2025/05/20

Episode 385 Show Notes Topic of the show: When Airways Don’t Intersect Sponsored by SGAC Patron BD. When your amended routing includes airways that look connected but actually aren’t, what could possibly go wrong? We break down a real-world clearance confusion, the LOA behind it, and why trusting your automation might land you in a holding pattern of regret. Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SRS makes a great point about flying low level helicopters with NVG’s 2. Patron JB talks chain

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OB385: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Victor Airways

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2025/05/20

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OB385: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Victor Airways

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2025/05/20

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01:24:56

OB384: Mommy, Where Do LOAs Come From?

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2025/05/13

Episode 384 Show Notes Topic of the show: Mommy, Where do LOA’s Come From? RH and AG discuss Letters of Agreement between facilities. What are they, how do they work, why are they necessary? We also discuss some more career feedback for aspiring professional pilots and air traffic controllers, losing radios and using a satellite phone, and more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback. Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SA offers wise advice to those early in their career search 2. Patron

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OB384: Mommy, Where Do LOAs Come From?

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2025/05/13

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OB384: Mommy, Where Do LOAs Come From?

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2025/05/13

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