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Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

Air Traffic Talk

Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk ✈ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎧 Want early access and full archives? Join the crew at opposingbases.supercast.com. 🛩️ Listener-supported. No ads. Just aviation conversations that matter. 📸 Instagram: @opposing_bases 🌍 Show site: opposingbases.com

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OB191: Too Close For Terps

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/08/23

Revised addition Episode 191 Show Notes Topic of the show: How much room below glideslope does a pilot have until they are too close to obstacles? We hear from the Terps Elf about obstacle clearance on the ILS and the importance of maintaining your vertical path on the glideslope to avoid hitting the ground or obstacles. Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC PATRON SE sent information about the dual transmitters. 2. PATRON Zulu Zulu sent in a menagerie of older, lost feedback. Feedback PATRON Papa

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01:16:28

OB190: Know When To Hold 'Em

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2021/08/16

Episode 190 Show Notes Topic of the show: Hold for release phraseology is used every single day throughout the NAS at non-towered airports to expedite IFR clearances. How should a pilot handle it when they run into a brick wall trying to get their IFR on the ground so they can load up the FMS/GPS? We discuss our ideas and explain what it means when we use this technique. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Juliet Mike had an interesting exchange with ATC on his way home from AirVenture. 2. PATRON

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01:06:48

OB189: Inglorious ATC Arguments

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2021/08/09

Episode 189 Show Notes Topic of the show: When pilots and controllers get into an argument on frequency, nobody wins. It’s a waste of time and can most likely be solved on the ground using a phone. AG and RH explain what they consider before engaging in an argument or heated discussion on frequency. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Mike Bravo sent a video of his departure from AirVenture on Saturday. 2. Mike Kilo lives in the middle finger of the mitten state and has a comment. 3. PATRON Romeo

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01:40:28

OB188: Live at AirVenture 2021

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2021/08/02

AG and RH are live at EAA AirVenture 2021! We discuss the origins of Opposing Bases, answer live questions from the audience, and hear feedback from our most valuable show supporters. The sounds of EAA AirVenture in the background will make you feel like you were at the live show! Thank you for attending and see you next year! To learn more about EAA, click here. Thank you for allowing us to record a show at the Forums! #OSH21 A special thanks to all our Patreon supporters and our volunteer sound

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01:16:04

OB187: Airport Insight

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2021/07/26

Episode 187 Show Notes Topic of the show: When a pilot has the airport in sight, sometimes a visual approach clearance is delayed. But when the controllers point out the airport and the pilot can’t find the field, it can create problems for ATC. Find out when super vision helps and when it hurts. We also discuss law enforcement flights, hazardous missed approaches, and more of your awesome aviation questions. Timely Feedback: PATRON Alpha Mike Bravo is curious about the recent TRIAD ATC

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01:12:20

2021 AirVenture NOTAM

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/07/19

Bonus Episode: 2021 EAA AirVenture NOTAM On this week’s episode, we will review some highlights of the 2021 EAA AirVenture NOTAM. Print the NOTAM and follow along as Romeo Hotel and Mike from the Flying and Life podcast review important changes to this year’s arrival procedures. As always, fly safely and see you at AirVenture! Helpful links: RH and Mike’s first NOTAM episode: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/opposingbases/1412947-ob81-eaa-airventure-oshkosh-notam.mp3 NOTAM:

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01:15:30

OB186: Planes Can Never Go Bang Bang

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2021/07/19

Episode 186 Show Notes Topic of the show: A recent video on the internet sparked a conversation about Class Delta air traffic services, a pilot’s responsibility to see and avoid other traffic, and the primary job of air traffic controllers. In this week’s episode, we will add our thoughts to the conversation. A link to the video can be found in the show notes. Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC Patron Darth Pilot responds to OB185 and vectors to final for an RNAV approach. 2. PATRON Sierra India

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01:17:16

OB185: Unvectored, Uncleared, and Unhinged

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/07/12

Episode 185 Show Notes Topic of the show: RH and AG discuss the importance of controllers having a basic understanding of the GPS/RNAV approach and vectors versus initial fix usage. We discuss some easy tips for pilots and controllers to avoid confusion when executing RNAV approaches and issuing clearances. All feedback episode! Feedback *moved to OB186* PATRON Echo Charlie wants to know why he didn’t get a “hold for release” clearance. PATRON Romeo Whiskey shares his solo story! Tango Mike

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01:07:21

OB184: In the Bosom of the Bravo

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/07/05

Episode 184 Show Notes Topic of the show: A pilot explains his decision-making process while experiencing an inflight emergency. We learn how he dealt with air traffic control, flying the plane, and briefing his passengers. Great job, Mike Bravo! We also get an update on the “Mayday Mayday Mayday” episode from earlier this summer. Timely Feedback: 1. Charlie Charlie asked for an update on the engine emergency we discussed on our bonus episode earlier this summer. Audio update! 2. Lima Alpha

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01:10:28

OB183: Flights and Wings and Things

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2021/06/28

Episode 183 Show Notes Topic of the show: We are all over the map today. We discuss through clearances, SIDs, terrain clearance, radio confidence, and non-towered airport pet peeves! This was a fun show that you won’t want to miss. Congratulations to everyone that got new ratings, this was a huge week for listener announcements! Timely Feedback: 1. Juliet Oscar shares the metrics for a formation flight. Thank you! 2. PATRON Papa Victor wants some intel on strip scanners. 3. PATRON Papa Mike

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01:10:27

OB182: Runway Picnics and Stranger Danger

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2021/06/21

Episode 182 Show Notes Topic of the show: What happens when our squeeze play doesn’t work out as we had imagined? Are we guilty of the occasional snarky response on frequency? Find out on this week’s episode. Timely Feedback: 1. Juliet Foxtrot Sierra shares thoughts on top of descent planning. 2. PATRON Juliet Bravo shares his thoughts on the Mayday Mayday Mayday episode. 3. PATRON ABM shared two links for your viewing pleasure. One about mental math for descent planning:

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01:09:57

OB181: Tactical Dehydration Inquisition

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/06/14

Episode 181 Show Notes Topic of the show: Required readbacks of instructions can be very confusing for new pilots. On today’s show, we break down some common exchanges between air traffic control and pilots and discuss what we need to hear and how you can be efficient in your readbacks. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Mike Kilo shares a non-radar story. 2. Delta Charlie Papa passed the instrument check ride! Congratulations! 3. PATRON Juliet Golf shares a story about CTAF and TCAS. 4. PATRON

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01:16:41

OB180: Uncleared as Filed

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2021/06/07

Episode 180 Show Notes Topic of the show: Can ATC help expedite IFR traffic from non-towered airports? What tools are available to controllers to help inbounds avoid the dreaded hold or outbounds avoid lengthy departure delays? Find out on this week’s episode! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON November Mike sends his flight plans to his Mom, too! 2. PATRON Juliet Mike asked about headings for traffic avoidance. 3. PATRON Juliet Echo Foxtrot overflew Delta and said hello. Now what? 4. SGAC PATRON

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01:16:01

OB179: PIC Talk with Max Trescott

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/31

Episode 179 Show Notes Topic of the show: Special guest co-host Max Trescott joins us today! Pilot in command (PIC) skills development begins with primary training and never ends. What tips do AG, RH, and Max share to help pilots become better decision makers and safer aviators? We also discuss runway changes, noise abatement responsibilities, and some ATC phraseology. Sad news: Pik-n-Pig restaurant at BQ1 airport burned down. If you’d like to help them out, please consider donating using

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01:14:47

OB178: Radar Contracts

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/24

Episode 178 Show Notes Topic of the show: What does “Radar Contact” really mean? What responsibilities does air traffic assume when a pilot hears those magical words? How do controllers establish radar contact and how does the relationship end? All this and more on another jam packed episode you don’t want to miss! Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Bravo Whiskey provides some very detailed information about LSAs and IMC. 2. SGAC PATRON “Darth Pilot” shares a request for holding instead of delay

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01:02:14

Mayday, Mayday, Mayday: Emergency Landing

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/18

Mayday, Mayday, Mayday! RH got a chance to sit down with Bravo Foxtrot and discuss a recent emergency landing. We learn all about what happened, how Bravo Foxtrot made the decision to land in the nearby field, and how important his training was to a safe and successful outcome.

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01:04:47

OB177: Comfort Zone Combat

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/17

Episode 177 Show Notes Topic of the show: Graduate level tips and tricks that will help pilots and instructors get the most out of ATC services. We discuss land and hold short chaos, pop up IFR clearances, VFR altitude changes, and practice approaches to closed runways. This episode is jam packed and you don’t want to miss it! Timely Feedback: 1. Patron Charlie Alpha has an idea for a new Opposing Bases T Shirt. 2. New Patron Juliet Golf shares his thoughts on the IFR reroute comments in

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01:10:49

OB176: Artistically Denied Go Around

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/10

Episode 176 Show Notes Topic of the show: Can tower deny a go around? Why would a controller prevent the go around? What can instructors do to accomplish the lesson in a busy pattern and what information would have been helpful for the controller and the pilots? We also discuss a busy mountain airport's IFR flow, confusing clearances, and diversions. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Whiskey Bravo shares some thoughts on TV research departments. 2. Lima Bravo is waiting for eagle activity to show up

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01:13:19

OB175: How to Plant a Plane

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/05/03

Episode 175 Show Notes Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss missed approaches to crossing runways and how controllers can mitigate the risks in simultaneous go arounds. We also discuss the typical shift at TRIAD Tower, tower traffic management techniques, and clearances below the MVA. Another fun episode you won’t want to miss. Timely Feedback: 1. Zulu Bravo uses Opposing Bases to gently lull him to sleep. 2. PATRON Mike Kilo shares the background on the DA20 and IFR/IMC. 3. PATRON Juliet

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01:16:13

OB174: Lost in Frequency Land

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk ·

2021/04/26

Topic of the show: Which air traffic instructions do we wish required mandatory readbacks? Are there any instructions that must be confirmed but are not found in the regulations? We also discuss a recent change at a towered airport which stopped allowing IFR departures off a runway that has been used safely for many years. Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Tango Sierra shared our show with a couple list servers. Thank you! 2. PATRON Hotel Golf sent audio about bonehead instruction from ATC. 3. PATRON

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