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Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

Welcome to Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk.  Our aviation podcast is delivered by two experienced pilots that work as air traffic controllers.  We fly in the NAS and we interact with the community through our podcast.  Our show is driven by your feedback and questions.  Enjoy the show and thanks for listening!

Aug 27, 2024

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

 


Aug 19, 2024

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...


Aug 13, 2024

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. ...


Aug 6, 2024

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...


Aug 2, 2024

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...