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Episode 176 Show Notes

Topic of the show: Can tower deny a go around?  Why would a controller prevent the go around?  What can instructors do to accomplish the lesson in a busy pattern and what information would have been helpful for the controller and the pilots? We also discuss a busy mountain airport's IFR flow, confusing clearances, and diversions.

Timely Feedback:

1. 1. PATRON Whiskey Bravo shares some thoughts on TV research departments.
2. 2. Lima Bravo is waiting for eagle activity to show up on the ATIS.
3. 3. Juliet Golf shares a story of getting and IFR shortcut.

Feedback

1. JFS shares a story of a mountain airport mess: one way in and out.
2. PATRON Mike Golf has questions about IFR flight plans and clearances.
3. Julie Charlie has a question about speed control.
4. PATRON Echo Whiskey wants to share a tip for holding instructions.
5. PATRON Juliet Papa shares a pet peeve about his company callsign.
6. PATRON Romeo Mike has a question about divert inquiries.

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