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.

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.

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.

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.