Episode 385 Show Notes

Topic of the show: When Airways Don’t Intersect Sponsored by SGAC Patron BD. When your amended routing includes airways that look connected but actually aren’t, what could possibly go wrong? We break down a real-world clearance confusion, the LOA behind it, and why trusting your automation might land you in a holding pattern of regret.

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron SRS makes a great point about flying low level helicopters with NVG’s

2. Patron JB talks chain restaurants

3. SGAC JAS discusses descent planning and ATC

4. Patron RW sends audio about audio about asking ATC a question on frequency about boundary airport approaches.

Feedback

1. SGAC AM has a question about ‘interesting’ phraseology being used by ATC on a recent flight

2. SGAC Patron LS has questions for RH and AG

3. SGAC “Doc” sends ‘radical’ feedback from AME land

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 384 Show Notes

Topic of the show: Mommy, Where do LOA’s Come From? RH and AG discuss Letters of Agreement between facilities. What are they, how do they work, why are they necessary? We also discuss some more career feedback for aspiring professional pilots and air traffic controllers, losing radios and using a satellite phone, and more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback.

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron SA offers wise advice to those early in their career search

2. Patron CSL responds to career day and gives advice for rotor heads

3. Patron AS has great info for would be CFI’s

Feedback

1. Paypaller and controller PL says hello and gives advice to trainees

2. Patron RK sends questions about pilot’s discretion and opening and closing towers

3. Patron JD has a story about being NORDO in a helo.

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 383 Show Notes

Topic of the show: Aviation Career Day #3, sponsored by Patrons and PayPal supporters! On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss the details of a pilot or controller career. We encourage everyone interested in these two career fields to ask questions, learn as much as you can about the field, and prepare for the inevitable challenges you will face in this industry. We also discuss recent ATC hiring timelines (good news), phraseology, and more of your awesome feedback. This show is packed with a lot of great material and you don’t want to miss it!

Links:

https://www.tsatestprep.com/atsa-practice-test/

Timely Feedback:

1. Controller SC discusses ATC hiring

2. Patron QZ sends a link to an ATSA test prep site

3. Controller ZB sends a hiring timeline for ATC

Feedback

1. Patron CM from the frozen north sends audio about phraseology

2. Patron JC sends a story about Coffee with Controllers

3. Patron AMM sends audio about I LOVE ATC

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.