RH and AG are two experienced air traffic controllers and pilots that host a weekly show answering listener questions, breaking down complex aviation topics, and relating their experiences to everyday occurrences in the national airspace system. The hosts and guests do not represent the FAA or NATCA and express their own views and opinions.
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Furthering aviation safety awareness by exploring first-person experiences.
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Hosted by Grenville Hudson, the show follows a series of conversations with field experts to share insight about aviation safety, newest trends in the industry and more.
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Episode 347 Show Notes Topic of the show: More on Universal FLIGHT FOLLOWING from Patrons JH and MB Links: Flying Midwest Podcast episode 63 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-63-opposing-bases-parallel-approaches-with-ag/id1601680150?i=1000664300528 https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/flying-midwest-podcast-flying-midwest-media-mqBC8RW…
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Episode 346 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ADS-C and the information available to non-US controllers, busy tracon controller communication issues, and a mountain of Patron feedback. We also share our views and opinions about a recent interaction between ATC and a pilot that should serve as a reminder we are all…
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Episode 345 Show Notes Topic of the show: Putting “Proceed on Course” to Bed. On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss the ambiguity of “proceed on course” for both VFR and IFR pilots. We also discuss clearances to join radials, electrical issues at night, and more of your aviation questions and feedback. This episode is packed with nuggets of aviati…
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OB344: Vectors to Final, Approach Fix
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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 reali…
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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, o…
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OB342: Live From EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
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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 sh…
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Live at AirVenture 2024 on Saturday, July 27, 2024
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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!By Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk: Aviation, Flying, and Air Traffic Control
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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 followin…
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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 …
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OB336: Air Force One, Possible Pilot Deviation
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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 f…
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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…
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OB334: Penguin Police, ATC Masterpiece
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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 respon…
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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 …
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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 you…
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OB331: Vectors Through The Wall of Death
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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…
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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 w…
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OB329: Woody Wagon Single Engine Missed
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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. F…
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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…
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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. Tim…
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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 …
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OB325: Practice Approach Refresher Training
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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, a…
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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 clearanc…
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