Episode 359 Show Notes

Topic of the show: On this week’s show, we discuss ASR/PAR approaches at TRIAD, filing instrument flight plans for local practice approaches, and best practices for VFR pilots that operate near any airport in the NAS. This episode is packed with important aviation tips and tricks to keep you safe!

Timely Feedback:

1. TRIAD Vet/Cigarette Rookie Charles Delta shares some information about no gyro approaches at TRIAD back in 1954.

2. SGAC Patron ED explains how you can get experience flying a PAR/ASR approach.

3. Patron SP points out that pilots need to trust but verify when it comes to terrain and radar services. https://www.ntsb.gov/Advocacy/safety-alerts/Documents/SA-013.pdf

4. Patron MCB asks about treating an aircraft as an emergency without a specific request from the pilot.

5. Patron SW shares some cool EFB tips. https://notams.aim.faa.gov/fnsprintservice/cndServlet

Feedback

1. SCAG Patron AM asks the best way to file an IFR flight plan for a local flight and practice approaches.

2. Patron RR shares stories about their pipeline patrol days and their hesitancy to call ATC.

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Episode 358 Show Notes

Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss a very well prepared pilot’s plan and his backup to the plan during questionable weather. What can pilot’s learn from this story that will help them better prepare for their next IFR flight? What considerations are the controllers making during inclement weather that can have a positive outcome on the flight? And most importantly, how do you become a better user of the NAS? We also discuss creative center communication methods, a ground controller that loves his job, and more of your awesome feedback! This is a fun episode and you don’t want to miss it!

Links:

Help Bring Christmas Joy to NC Flood Victim Families

https://www.gofundme.com/f/christmas-joy-to-nc-flood-victim-families

Timely Feedback:

1. SGAC Patron AK shares a little more insight about diverse vector areas.

2. Patron YB shares their unique checkride story.

Feedback

1. Patron MA shares their recent currency flight and receiving praise from the controller for being awesome.

2. Patron BK shares a great story about the center using every means possible to get in touch with an aircraft.

3. Patron HTB shares audio of a her top secret most favorite controller in the NAS.

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. Music bumpers by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.

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Episode 357 Show Notes

Topic of the show: Not Getting Flight Following and Why It’s Bad. On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss how a flight following request would have prevented a near midair collision at a busy Class C airport. Why is remaining outside the Charlie legal but not necessarily safe? Can pilots get better service by simply calling ATC? This incident got a lot of attention and we want to reiterate the controller did a great job! We had a lot of fun recording this episode and you don’t want to miss it!

Links:

https://youtu.be/4vOySpGgEdY

https://ops.group/blog/400-increase-in-gps-spoofing-workgroup-established/

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron ES talks about a suggestion for putting on foggles if disoriented in IMC, very interesting!

2. Patron MK comments on the controller that assisted a pilot in trouble in IMC and talks about CYA culture.

3. SGAC TR says thanks and mentions DPE RH’s role in getting into OB

Feedback

1. SGAC AK has an ODP and diverse vector area question

2. Patron GH discusses GPS spoofing

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. Music bumpers by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.

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Episode 355 Show Notes

Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss a recent flight in IMC where the pilot struggled and the controller kept his cool and offered the perfect mix of instruction and help which resulted in a safe landing. Great job! We also discuss invoking your OB Listener Card on a checkride, practice area frequencies, and more of your aviation questions and feedback.

Timely Feedback:

1. SGAC Patron AMM adds some commentary on glider flights.

2. SGAC Patron DB shares a nice note after his supply flights to western North Carolina.

Feedback

1. Patron CL used the “OB card” during a checkride. Did it help?

2. Patron SF shares some kind words about the show using audio. Thank you!

3. Patron AF asks about our thoughts on practice area frequencies.

SGAC Patron Papa Golf set up a Christmas Joy GoFund Me for kids and families in NC affected by Hurricane Helene. Please consider a donation: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christmas-joy-to-nc-flood-victim-families

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. Music bumpers by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.

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Episode 354 Show Notes

Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH answer a tricky terrain question from a pilot departing a controlled airport. What can pilots do to prepare for performance issues in terrain? Does the issuance of a SID require any special consideration in high terrain? And what other options existed for the tower controller to reach a safe outcome? We also discuss impeccable podcast timing, a “curiosity mindset”, and “square your base to final” phraseology.

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron CL puts the Sport medical discussion to bed. Thank you!

2. Patron CL shares a story of applying lessons learned on our podcast.

Feedback

1. Patron SS asks about “square your base to final” phraseology.

2. PayPaller Extraordinaire/Patron DF challenges us all to be better pilots by being curious.

3. Patron JTL was listening to the perfect episode while flying into NYC.

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. Music bumpers by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.

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Episode 353 Show Notes

Topic of the show: More Helene Response Discussion from Patron AJ and Podcaster AC-On this week’s show, AG and RH share some first-hand stories of the hurricane relief efforts in North Carolina. Without general aviation and the volunteers on the ground, lifesaving supply delivery would have been delayed several days. Great job, GA!

We want to thank all the volunteer pilots, the volunteer organizers, all those that donated time or supplies, the controllers working insane levels of traffic, and the volunteers at remote airports for supplying their communities with vital food, medicine, and clothing in the wake of Helene’s unprecedented destruction. We are so thankful and proud to be a part of the general aviation community!

A special shout out to our Patrons and listeners for everything you’ve done to help our state. We are so grateful for your generosity.

Links:

https://mode-s.org/decode/content/mode-s/7-ehs.html

https://skybrary.aero/articles/barometric-pressure-setting-advisory-tool-bat

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron MK makes a correction to Sport Pilot medicals

2. SGAC AM gives a shout out to controllers working Helene response

3. MRL updates us on glider solos

4. KJM reaches out from Seattle ARTCC about the LTA program

Feedback

1. SGAC SH tells a story about informing your pilots of your resume

2. Patron LO has feedback about ADSC and Mode S info

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. Music bumpers by audionautix.com. Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.

Legal Notice The views and opinions expressed on Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk are for entertainment purposes only and do not represent the views, opinions, or official positions of the FAA, Penguin Airlines, or the United States Army. Episodes shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws, rules, and regulations, consult an aviation attorney or certified flight instructor.