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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!

Sep 30, 2026

OB454: Anything But Dandy – ILS Pilot Deviation

Released early to show supporters on 9/7/2026
Public release: 9/30/2026

✈️ This week, a routine ILS vector doesn’t go quite as planned, leading RH and AG into a discussion about mistakes, communication, and knowing when it’s time to stop trying to quietly fix...


Sep 23, 2026

OB453: Free From the Bonds of Mortal Flying: Mission-Specific Pilot Training

Released early to show supporters on 8/31/2026
Public release: 9/23/2026

πŸ”οΈ This week, RH and AG head for the mountains and the flight levels with a bigger question in mind: does being legal and current really mean you’re ready for the...


Sep 16, 2026

OB452: Both Sides of the Frequency

Released early to show supporters on 8/26/2026
Public release: 9/16/2026

🎧 If you’re new to Opposing Bases, this may be one of the best places to start. RH and AG dig into one of the ideas at the heart of the show: pilots understanding controllers, controllers understanding...


Sep 9, 2026

OB451: Malfunction Master Class

Released early to show supporters on 8/26/2026
Public release: 9/9/2026

⚑️ A developing electrical problem, two pilots working the problem together, and some exceptionally thoughtful help from ATC. RH and AG break down what went right, why communicating early mattered, and how a...


Sep 2, 2026

OB450: Pilot MATH

Released to show supporters on 8/19/2026
Public release scheduled for 9/2/2026

✈️ 450 episodes. Nearly 10 years. Not a single week missed.

Opposing Bases has always been built a little differently. No traditional ads, no corporate network β€” just two aviation nerds talking about flying,...