A fun collection of sound bites from 2022. Enjoy!

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 Episode 332 Show Notes    Topic of the show: On today’s show, AG and RH discuss the missed approach from both the pilot and controller side.  What can each side learn about the other to maximize efficiency and safety when a missed approach or go around is required?  We also discuss holding phraseology, safely executing missed approaches, and more of your aviation questions and feedback.  This episode is packed with aviation gold and you don’t to miss it!     Timely Feedback:     1.   Patron AM shares more details about the speed record between SFO and LAS.  Great job!  2.   Patron MK shared a diversion story.  https://youtu.be/_Blkt6w9Q1o?si=2WFmHQV7NeV5Zvod  3.   Patron CO shared a link to a new feature on ForeFlight: https://blog.foreflight.com/2024/04/22/a-reported-turbulence-map-layer-us-lowest-tilt-radar-and-more-in-foreflights-latest-release/#reported-turbulence  4.   Patron CO shares his advice for parents and the life skills your children must possess!    Feedback    1. PayPal supporter EF shared some insight into missed approaches. 2. Patron JH asks about flight following etiquette in busy airspace. 3. Patron RML asks about holding instructions and pilot/controller confusion. 4. Patron AD shared a cool aviation book: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Air-Race-American-Aviation/dp/1631496379 5. Audio from CC about jumpseats.    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 NoticeThe 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.

OB332: Cockpit Chaos Creation

 Episode 331 Show Notes    Topic of the show: Weather RH and AG discuss weather as it relates to ATC. Patron EG sent feedback about a resource she has created for increasing pilot safety! Bravo! https://www.youtube.com/@AeroSafe     Timely Feedback: 1.  Patron AW tells us tales of center superiority and flight data flight plan restoration. 2.  Patron CM from the frozen north sent audio feedback about the frozen norther.   3.  Patron SE sent two feedbacks about expected routing and sea plane bases. 4.  Patron BY talks about expected routing.   5.  Patron PS tells us about the lingo for the float plane fraternity Feedback 1.  THE Charlie Alpha sent feedback about the emerald city controllers and their amazing work.   2.  Patron AC sent a question about opposing and crossing downwinds.   3.  Patron MM sent a photo of a proposed airspace redesign at sunny southern airport.   4.  Patron DB tells us how AG hurt him and some comments about tower’s airspace, pointouts and audio sound bites.    Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can supportour 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 NoticeThe 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.

OB331: Vectors Through The Wall of Death

  Episode 330 Show Notes    Topic of the show: This week AG and RH discuss IFR departures off of non towered airports near airspace boundaries.  Does it make sense to call the adjacent facility airborne instead of the facility overlying the departure airport?  What is happening on the controller side of the equation with respect to your flight plan?  And what can the pilot do to facilitate a smooth transition from VFR to IFR?  We also discuss flying the Hudson River VFR corridor in a 737, miracle flight plan resurrections, and more of your awesome aviation questions.  This was a really fun episode and you don't want to miss it!  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.    

OB330: Flight Plan Drop Outs

 Episode 329 Show Notes    Topic of the show: This week AG and RH discuss Single Engine Escape maneuvers and making your own missed approaches. This show topic  brought to us by Patron JEC.     Timely Feedback:     1. SGAC Patron SE discusses frequency changes to the same controller.    2. Patron TC talks about other uses for circling approaches in float planes.    Feedback  1. PayPaler CK  send feedback about a facility tour.    2. Patron CW sent a story from Canada.    3. Patron KA sent a question about Climbing “via”    4. Patron NP sent a story about CA being on frequency and the codeword penguin.      Mentioned on the show: Culver Props https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyhO2njfuwo, https://www.culverprops.com/CulverProps.html   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.    

OB329: Woody Wagon Single Engine Missed

 Episode 328 Show Notes    Topic of the show: This week AG and RH discuss etiquette for checking in on a new frequency, how long to wait, what things to listen for and what info ATC is looking for. Brought to you by Patron JF.  We also discuss some solar eclipse flying, ADSB mismatch rules, and more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback! Enjoy!    Timely Feedback:     1. Patron DWH sent the link to his Instagram:    https://instagram.com/dwhonan    2. Patron GNR sent feedback about tower tours.    3. PS sent audio about runway number changes.    4. Patron and controller BL sent feedback about Lake Hood and certifying controllers.    Feedback    1. Patron MK sent audio about ADSB mismatch issues. https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/agc/practice_areas/regulations/interpretations/Data/interps/2017/Hayslett-AJM-2_2017_Legal_Interpretation.pdf    2. Patron MIK sent eclipse flying audio feedback and wanted to thank center controllers.    3. Patron JEC sent audio about pilots requesting their own missed approaches.    4. Patron SG sent audio about listening but not talking to ATC    5. Patron and controller AW sent feedback about listening to OB while flying.         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.    

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