by Air Traffic Talk
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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April 21, 2025
<p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">Episode 381 Show Notes</span></strong></span><span class="eop"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></strong></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="eop"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">Topic of the show:</span></strong></span> <span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">On this week’s show, RH and AG dig deep into the application process for ATC and professional pilots.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> What are the prerequisites to apply?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> What should you expect in the application process?<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> How do you choose the right flight school?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> How do you prepare for the Academy?<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> We are starting a multi part series on the aviation careers we know the best.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> We also discuss messy finals, why flight following can be very helpful near MOAs, and more of your awesome aviation feedback.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">Timely Feedback: </span></strong></span><span class= "eop"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">1. Patron JB Alloonist shares some fun facts about VOR approaches.</span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">2. Patron HTV is starting an aviation podcast.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Search for “</span></span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Helicopter Training Podcast” in your favorite podcast player.</span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">Feedback</span></strong></span><span class= "eop"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">:</span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></p> <p class="paragraph" style= "vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in -1.5pt 0in -1.5pt;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">1. SGAC Patron AM shares a final approach sequence story.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> What was happening?</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-pagination: none; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">2. SGAC Patron NB shares his experience training with the military and illustrates why flight following is critical near MOAs.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Check out his video:</span></span> <a href="https://youtu.be/ka_5m69KCKs" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">https://youtu.be/ka_5m69KCKs</span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at</span> <a href="https://www.opposingbases.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">OpposingBases.com</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">You can</span> <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">support</span></strong></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">our show using</span> <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Patreon</span></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">or visiting our</span> <a href="https://www.opposingbases.com/support/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">support page</span></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">on the website.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the</span> <a href= "https://www.opposingbases.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">website</span></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to</span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">[email protected]</span></a><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Music bumpers by</span> <a href="https://audionautix.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">audionautix.com</span></a><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Third party audio provided by</span> <a href="https://www.liveatc.net/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt;">liveatc.net</span></a><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Legal Notice</span></strong> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">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.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> 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.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
April 15, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Episode 380 Show Notes</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Topic of the show:</span></strong> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss the hazards of helicopter wake turbulence and rotor wash.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Patron Alpha Delta shares an awesome example of how a pilot can mitigate the risk and how ATC can facilitate a solution.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Helicopter wake vortices present a hazard on the ground and for arriving and departing aircraft.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> We also have follow up feedback on IFR releases from non-towered airports, center controller’s important work, and answer more of your aviation questions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> This episode is packed and you don’t want to miss it!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Timely Feedback:</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">1. Patron DF sent audio follow up regarding towers closing after initial IFR clearance has been issued.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">2. Patron CH (proud center controller) busts some myths about conflict en route.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">3. Patron SRD send feedback about the DCA crash and taking advantage of every opportunity to see the world on overnights.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Feedback</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">1. SGAC Patron BJS shares a spatial disorientation story.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">2. Patron CL shares a checkride story about holding.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;"> </span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at</span> <a href="https://www.opposingbases.com/"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">OpposingBases.com</span></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">You can</span> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">support</span></strong></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">our show using</span> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">Patreon</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">or visiting our</span> <a href= "https://www.opposingbases.com/support/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">support page</span></a> <span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">on the website.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the</span> <a href= "https://www.opposingbases.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">website</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to</span> <a href= "mailto:[email protected]"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">[email protected]</span></a><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Music bumpers by</span> <a href="https://audionautix.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">audionautix.com</span></a><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Third party audio provided by</span> <a href= "https://www.liveatc.net/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: blue;">liveatc.net</span></a><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">Legal Notice</span></strong> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; color: black;">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.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> 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.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
April 8, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-pagination: none; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Episode 379 Show Notes</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Topic of the show: The Wake Turbulence Wait</span></strong> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Sponsored by Patron MC. RH and AG discuss the separation for wake turbulence and the various techniques used to achieve required separation at busy airports. What can a pilot say to ATC to avoid the awkward pause while waiting on the runway?<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> What is the tower controller doing to ensure a safe and legal distance between a heavy departure and subsequent traffic?<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> We also discuss “ATC Zero”, descent planning, and more of your awesome aviation questions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> </span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Links:</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-pagination: none; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <a href="https://youtu.be/5V0qz6VHyJU?si=tm6Df4WK2mc4hBqw" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> https://youtu.be/5V0qz6VHyJU?si=tm6Df4WK2mc4hBqw</span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> </span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Timely Feedback:</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 1. Patron Mexico Victor sends a follow up story about airborne clearances</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 2. Patron AR puts to rest the toque debate with audio feedback</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 3. Patron DD sends a story about ZKC going ATC zero</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Feedback</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 1. Patron CL asks if they are going crazy regarding class C entry requirements.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 2. Patron GJ sent audio about a Triad flying experience</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 3. Patron ES shares life advice about listening speeds</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at</span> <a href="https://www.opposingbases.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> OpposingBases.com</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> You can</span> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> support</span></strong></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> our show using</span> <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/opposingbases" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> Patreon</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> or visiting our</span> <a href= "https://www.opposingbases.com/support/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> support page</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> on the website.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the</span> <a href= "https://www.opposingbases.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> website</span></a> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to</span> <a href= "mailto:[email protected]"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> [email protected]</span></a><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Music bumpers by</span> <a href="https://audionautix.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> audionautix.com</span></a><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> Third party audio provided by</span> <a href= "https://www.liveatc.net/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: blue;"> liveatc.net</span></a><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style= "margin-bottom: 13.3pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;"> <strong><span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> Legal Notice</span></strong> <span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; color: black;"> 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.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> 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.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
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