Episode 282 Show Notes   Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss ways students and instructors can get the most out of their flight lessons in areas with heavy training activity.  How can training teams prepare for each less and maximize their time in the airplane while fitting in with rest of the customers using ATC services?  We also discuss squeeze plays, strange spacing instructions, and the mighty Skyhawk!  You don’t want to miss this episode!   Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC Patron Foxtrot Hotel shares a story of a communication issue with a trick on how to solve it quickly! 2. PATRON Whiskey Tango Foxtrot asks why RH decided to trade in the radar scope for the orange wands at Sun -n Fun.   Feedback 1. PATRON Hotel Tango Bravo asks about new spacing interval instructions. 2. PATRON Delta Juliet Sierra shares a suggestion on using a gentle ATC nudge. 3. PATRON Delta Lima shares a recent squeeze play with perfect teamwork and execution. 4. Delta Whiskey Romeo shares a squeeze play story in the mighty Skyhawk. 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 [email protected] 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. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.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 281 Show Notes   Topic of the show: Why can’t everyone fly over or through Class Bravo airspace?  What is the difference between VFR and IFR flights going to the same point in space?  On this week’s episode, we break down some important differences between VFR and IFR as they relate to Class Bravo airspace and discuss ways you can plan for the inevitable reroute.  We also talk a little more about lost communications and military gear checks.  This is a fun episode you won’t want to miss.     Mentioned: NORDO and Texting, it’s a thing:    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNG-i5lMdxs   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROTcj9NkD7A&t=862s 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 [email protected] 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. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.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 280 Show Notes   Topic of the show: On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss the difference between foreign and domestic separation responsibilities as they relate to uncontrolled airspace.  How do we do our job when aircraft may be passing into an area that is uncontrolled?  What responsibilities do we have to prevent a collision?  We also discuss IFR non towered cancellation etiquette, approach requests, and much more.  You don’t want to miss this episode!   Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC Patron SE spotted a Contact Approach in the wild! 2. SGAC Patron JS asks our opinion on non towered IFR cancelation etiquette. 3. Patron WTF shares some insider tips on PDC using an EFB. 4. Anonymous audio from a future ATCer and current pilot!  Congratulations!   Feedback 1. Patron SY asks about crossing runway squeeze plays. 2. Patron DW has some general questions about approaches in use. 3. Patron SL asks about IFR pickup struggles leaving AirVenture.   Mentioned on the show: The 2023 AirVenture NOTICE is out and available!  https://www.eaa.org/airventure/eaa-fly-in-flying-to-oshkosh/eaa-airventure-oshkosh-notam   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 [email protected] 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. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.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 279 Show Notes   Topic of the show: Lost Communications follow up!  We will discuss some of the mountain of feedback we received about our lost communication episode (OB278).  Have you done a systems deep dive in your aircraft to determine how you would determine what to do in the event of lost comms?  What tools can you bring with you on your next flight to add a layer of safety?  We also discuss turns on final to build space and minimum runway separation for arrivals.    Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Echo Hotel shares thoughts on the lost communication scenario. 2. PATRON Charlie Kilo asks how far we can see a primary only target with no transponder. 3. SGAC PATRON Charlie Victor did a systems deep dive to prepare for lost communications. 4. PATRON Juliet Charlie has another classic rhyme to share with the OB community.   Feedback 1. PATRON Delta Papa asks what we would do in a crossing runway pinch? 2. PATRON “The Badger Pilot” shares a story of a recent encounter involving minimum runway separation.   Mentioned on the show: Reminder: we have opinions about certain items but we always want pilots to have the best information when flying in the real world.  Please don’t let our opinions serve as a pass to break the rules.  When in doubt, clarify with ATC. https://opposingbases.libsyn.com/ob155-garbage-phraseology.  Skip to about 35 minutes in to hear our thoughts and opinions on straight-in phraseology.  And as always, refer to your CFII, DPE or FSDO for interpretations and applications of rules regarding approaches. 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 [email protected] 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. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.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 278 Show Notes   Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH share their opinion on a recent lost communication scenario in the NAS.  What type of questions should a pilot expect to get after getting the airplane back on the ground safely?  What considerations should be made during flight planning to account for the possibility of an emergency enroute?  And what would ATC do in the case of lost communications with solid IMC in the surrounding area.  Find out on this week’s show!    Timely Feedback: 1. Patron Golf Kilo shares some insider information on VHF radios in the F-16. 2. Patron Tango Sierra shared a poem with a question about “ident”.   Feedback 1. SGAC Patron Alpha Mike put her excited penguins to use and helped make a triple layered squeeze play work!  Good job! 2. Patron Alpha Whiskey asks why there was confusion at a triple parallel airport. 3. Patron Tango Sierra asks about ATC in the future. 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 [email protected] 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. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.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.