Episode 344 Show Notes Topic of the show: The Benefits of Simulation in Aviation On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss how simulators played a part in both the flying side of the mic and the air traffic side of the operation. For general aviation and aspiring controllers, there is a world of online simulation that can provide a practical and realistic training environment. We also discuss vectors to final, coordination for departures off airports near a boundary, and more of your awesome aviati...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep 344•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 343 Show Notes Topic of the show: Lessons from Flight Following “Light” On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss what can be learned from dissecting the procedures used in flight following light operations. Could this procedure be used across the NAS to improve safety? What can be done while we wait? We also discuss special ops helicopters, our experience at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, and more aviation questions. This was a really fun episode and you don’t want to miss it! Timely Feedbac...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep 343•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 342 Show Notes Topic of the show: We are live from EAA AirVenture 2024 and hosted by AOPA! On this episode, we introduce ourselves to our live audience and answer their questions about airspace, communication with ATC, and flying! This was a really fun episode and we want to thank Patron JP (“JEF” from O-Bingo), AOPA for hosting the live show in their giant venue, all of our amazing Patreon supporters, and all of the attendees for making this our biggest live audience ever. We had a blas...
Jul 28, 2024•52 min•Ep 342•Transcript available on Metacast Join us on Saturday, July 27th at 10am at the AOPA Pavillion for a live show! This episode is a promotion for the live show at AirVenture with some fun audio clips from previous live shows at Oshkosh. Enjoy!
Jul 26, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 341 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, we continue our conversation about mental health and offer some practical advice on how to move forward in a peer-to-peer environment while changes are made to the medical qualification process. We heard from many of you and cannot thank you enough for sharing your stories. We are doing our best to normalize the conversation and help aviators get the help they need while keeping their medical! Timely Feedback: Lots of feedback about ...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep 341•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 340 Show Notes Topic of the show: Mental Health in Aviation by SGAC CB On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss the giant Penguin in the room: mental health. We have strong feelings about this topic and want to normalize the conversation to help remove the stigma associated with mental health issues in aviation. The FAA formed a mental health and aviation medical clearances rulemaking committee and said “Implementing the recommendations associated with these barriers will set the stage for...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 340•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 339 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss another legal interpretation about lost communications. We offer our simple to follow advice on how to avoid this situation altogether and protect yourself in the event of an emergency deviation from the regulations. We also discuss safety programs designed to protect pilots and controllers and enhance safety in the NAS. The Opposing Bases 1980's rockband theme song is also included in this episode. Enjoy! Timely Fe...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep 339•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 338 Show Notes Topic of the show: The End of Flight Following by Controller Charles Delta On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss the differences between flight following and the perceived safety of ADS-B only flying. We discuss the advantages of flight following and how they outweigh any perceived disadvantage of engaging in flight following with ATC. We also discuss VFR through Class Bravo airspace, callsign mismatch, and missed approaches protection after a practice approach. This epis...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep 338•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 337 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s episode, AG and RH try to figure out why a tower controller was issuing confusing VOR radial intercepts after takeoff. What can the pilot do to prepare for this type of clearance? And how do you practice the buttonology necessary to perform the task under pressure? We also discuss a new term for opposite direction traffic, tricky Class Charlie avoidance scenarios, and more of your aviation questions and feedback. This episode is packed wit...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep 337•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 336 Show Notes Topic of the show: Brashering Air Force 1: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss what would happen if Air Force One didn’t follow ATC instructions. Would we issue a brasher warning? Why is this different than any other airplane? We also discuss IFR filing tricks and tips, foreign airspace altimeter settings, and our advice for preparing for intersection departures. This is a fun episode and you don’t want to miss it! Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SB sent audio feedback 2. Pa...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep 336•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 333 Show Notes Topic of the show: Responding to Emergencies, OB Style On this week's show, AG and RH discuss a pilot's emergency when they lost all electrical power. The pilot was prepared and took all the right steps to solve the problem safely! Well done! We also discuss "proceed on course", waffle house's ninja level ordering system, and more of your awesome aviation feedback and questions. This was a really fun episode and you don't want to miss it! Timely Feedback: 1. Patron AJ deta...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep 335•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 334 Show Notes Topic of the show: The Sky Police Patron DG sponsors this weeks show topic about ATC policing the skies. RH and AG discuss what ATC actually does and cares about in maintaining order in the wild blue yonder. Timely Feedback: 1. Patron AM asks about checking in with a controller working multiple frequencies 2. Patron JR responds to our feedback on his feedback from 333 and Antarctic Missions 3. Patron AR has additional insight into Fairbanks flying Feedback 1. Patron AMB ha...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 334•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 333 Show Notes Topic of the show: Frequency Tips and Tricks On this week's show, RH and AG discuss feedback from Center Controller NP about tips and tricks for pilots on using ATC frequencies. Pilots of all experience levels can benefit from these lessons. We also discuss forced IFR cancelation, clearance limits, and keeping up with others in aviation. Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SB sends feedback about the unusual configuration of Cambridge, Australia YCBG and Hobart YMHB 2. Patron ZW ha...
May 21, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Ep 333•Transcript available on Metacast 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 detai...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 332•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
May 07, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Ep 331•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep 330•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep 329•Transcript available on Metacast 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 se...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep 328•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 327 Show Notes Topic of the show: This week AG and RH discuss visiting your local facility, the things to look for, the questions to ask, who to call, and the overall benefits of why you should bring donuts. Or pizza. We also discuss timed out flight plans, TERPS and charting delays, true north, and many more of your aviation questions. Timely Feedback: 1. RW The Terps Elf sends feedback about the runway numbering discussion in 326 2. SGAC CM from the frozen north has a question on how c...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 327•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 326 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ways a pilot can file and receive the right T route when flying near or around giant metroplex Class Bravo airspace. Why does it only work half the time? What constraints are the controllers under when issuing routing. And what can the pilot do after they’ve initially been denied their filed routing. We also discuss reporting unidentified objects, approaches with magnetic disparity, and more of your awesome aviation...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep 326•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 325 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week's show, AG and RH discuss practice approaches, controller separation responsibility during the approaches, and how instructors can maximize efficiency while being a good user of the NAS. We also answer listener questions about late tower handoffs, ADS-B callsign matching, controller training, and much more! You don't want to miss this episode! We revisit some techniques and tips on VFR practice approaches. Timely Feedback : 1. Patron RW prov...
Mar 26, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Ep 325•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 324 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss the risks associated with departing from a non towered airport without a published instrument approach procedure. What should every pilot understand about the departure? How will they maintain terrain and obstruction clearance? Can ATC provide them with an IFR clearance if they depart VFR but are below the minimum vectoring altitude? We discuss this complex issue and many more of your aviation questions and feedback...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep 324•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 323 Show Notes Topic of the show : On this week’s show, AG and RH share more listener feedback on how to stay at the top of your game in aviation. Pilots have so many different opportunities to stay focused and continue learning and we highlight just a few ways you can enhance safety in your everyday flying. We also discuss pilot deviations, initial callups, and more of your aviation questions. This is a packed episode and you don’t want to miss it! Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC Patron JS sha...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 323•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 322 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss a complicated missed approach procedure in mountainous terrain. How can a pilot prepare to safely navigate terrain during a missed approach initiated beyond the missed approach point? Can the pilot fly the obstacle departure procedure? What happens if they are too low to speak to ATC? We share our opinion on this complicated procedure and try our best to provide some tips on safely dealing with the scenario in real ...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep 322•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 321 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ways to stay sharp in aviation. How do you make sure you’re engaged and always improving? What methods do you use to stay on top of your game? We also discuss STEM flights for young aviators, IFR flights at VFR altitudes, and tower/tracon point outs. This episode was fun to record! Enjoy! Timely Feedback: 1. Patron RW sent feedback about “this page intentionally left blank” 2. SGAC ED sent feedback about “this page ...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 321•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 320 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss the danger in scud running as it relates to other traffic. How can the IFR airplane safely navigate in airspace with other traffic that isn’t in contact with ATC or CTAF? We also discuss a great way to introduce kids to ATC, traffic advisories, and more of you aviation questions and feedback. This episode is packed and you don’t want to miss any of it! Enjoy! Timely Feedback: 1. Many Patrons sent feedback on closing...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep 320•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 319 Show Notes Topic of the show: Kids in Aviation and ATC On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss their ideas on getting kids interested in careers in aviation. Do you have an aspiring young adult and you are trying to find ways to introduce them to aviation? Does you kids stare out the window and wonder at the magic of aviation like we did when we were young? We also discuss trip planning with important passengers, non-towered operations, and more of you aviation questions and feedback....
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep 319•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 318 Show Notes Topic of the show: Controller Recurrent Training What topics and scenarios do controllers train on annually or semi-annually? And how does it compare to airline/commercial pilot recurrent training? On this week’s episode, AG and RH will discuss the differences in training and how controllers and pilots benefit from regular interval training. We also discuss AG’s Manual Transmission School, snarky tower controllers, and more of your aviation questions and feedback. Timely F...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 318•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 317 Show Notes Topic of the show: Finding Community in Aviation Listeners respond to our request for how they find community within aviation. RH also shares updates on his training progression at Penguin Airlines. If you want to learn more about the training and the checkride, head over to patreon.com/opposingbases Timely Feedback : 1. Patron Echo Sierra responded to our request in 316 2. BH responded to our request in 316 3. Patron AC sent a list of ideas for finding fellow fliers 4. Pa...
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep 317•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 316 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ways for a newly minted private pilot to engage with the aviation community. We also share our thoughts on safely expanding your skills while maintaining a safety first approach to flying. This episode is packed with aviation gold and you don’t want to miss it! Timely Feedback: 1. SGAC JAS asks about controller training timeline. 2. SGAC AM talks about wireless headsets and controller actions during an emergency. 3....
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep 316•Transcript available on Metacast 
