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Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk
✈ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk.

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OB399 Have a great week, and thanks for listening to  Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com  for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com  or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your  Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net
OB398: Flight Plan Flip Flop Have a great week, and thanks for listening to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com —or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the Send Audio to AG and RH button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net
OB397: Verifiably Visual

OB397: Verifiably Visual

2025-08-2001:21:28

OB397: Verifiably Visual Have a great week, and thanks for listening to  Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com  for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at  opposingbases.supercast.com —or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the Send Audio to AG and RH button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by  liveatc.net
OB396: The Top Gun of ATC

OB396: The Top Gun of ATC

2025-08-1201:17:16

Have a great week, and thanks for listening to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net
Have a great week, and thanks for listening to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net Legal Notice: The views and opinions expressed on Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk are for entertainment purposes only and do not represent the official positions of the FAA, Penguin Airlines, or the United States Army. Episodes may not be recorded, redistributed, or transcribed without express written consent. For official guidance on laws, regulations, or procedures, consult a certified flight instructor or aviation attorney.
Have a great week, and thanks for listening to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net
Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at: https://www.opposingbases.com Support the show and unlock the full archive, bonus content, and early access episodes at: https://opposingbases.supercast.com Want this episode on time and access to the Iceberg Archive? All episodes and bonus content are now available to supporters—early, organized, and ad-free. Public audio releases are now delayed and will eventually be archived for supporters only. Keep the feedback coming—it drives the show! Use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on our website to send a message, or reach us through your Supercast dashboard using your tier-specific email address. Music bumpers by audionautix.com Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net Legal Notice: 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. 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.
OB392: Let Your Mind Wander

OB392: Let Your Mind Wander

2025-07-2201:17:10

Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at: https://www.opposingbases.com Support the show and unlock the full archive, bonus content, and early access episodes at: https://opposingbases.supercast.com Want this episode on time and access to the Iceberg Archive? All episodes and bonus content are now available to supporters—early, organized, and ad-free. Public audio releases are now delayed and will eventually be archived for supporters only. Keep the feedback coming—it drives the show! Use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on our website to send a message, or reach us through your Supercast dashboard using your tier-specific email address. Music bumpers by audionautix.com Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net Legal Notice: 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. 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.
OB287: Notice—AirVenture Is Approaching (Rebroadcast) With AirVenture just days away, we’re revisiting one of our most popular prep episodes: OB287. Originally recorded in 2023, this episode walks through the Fisk Arrival, AirVenture planning tips, common pilot mistakes, and practical reminders for anyone flying into OSH. ✈️ 2025 Changes to Know: ATIS on 125.9 now reaches out ~60 miles at 3,000 feet Maintain 90 knots until entering downwind at OSH Runway 27 arrivals begin descent over the gravel pit FBO Link is offering their app free during the NOTAM window 📄 View the official EAA AirVenture 2025 Notice: https://www.eaa.org/airventure/eaa-fly-in-flying-to-oshkosh/eaa-airventure-oshkosh-notam 🚨 Reminder: This public feed is now on a 14-day delay. To get early access to every new episode, full archive access, bonus audio, and transcripts, join us at: https://opposingbases.supercast.com Thanks for listening—and see you at Oshkosh 2025! (Live show at AOPA Pavillion on Saturday, July 26, 10am) Have a great week and thanks for listening! Visit our website at: https://www.opposingbases.com Support the show and unlock the full archive, bonus content, and early access episodes at: https://opposingbases.supercast.com Want this episode on time and access to the full Iceberg Archive? All episodes and bonus content are now available to supporters—early, organized, and ad-free.  Public audio releases are now delayed and will eventually be archived for supporters only. Keep the feedback coming—it drives the show! Use the "Send Audio to AG and RH" button on our website to send a message, or reach us through your Supercast dashboard using your tier-specific email address. Music bumpers by audionautix.com Third party audio provided by liveatc.net Legal Notice: 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. 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.
Episode 391 Show Notes   Topic of the show: In this episode, RH and AG revisit a recent ATC radar and radio outage to explore why some facilities/pilots can’t simply "call Center" when everything fails. They break down the structural differences between co-located and remote sectors and why redundancy didn’t work as expected. We also discussed a listener’s question about what happens when multiple aircraft are on conflicting courses: who has to move out of the way.   Feedback 1. SGAC Patron AD asks how controllers decide who to move out of the way when a conflict requires the controller to make a move.    AG and RH will be recording a live episode of Opposing Bases at AirVenture 2025, hosted by AOPA! Saturday, July 26 at 10am, AOPA Pavilion.  Join us for a live recording, audience Q&A, and plenty of laughs. After the show, we’ll head next door for a Meet & Greet at the AOPA 39 Lounge. Come say hi—we’d love to meet you!   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 390 Show Notes   Topic of the show: On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss audio feedback from the Badger Pilot on best practices for conducting practice approaches if the tower is no longer participating in radar like services.  We also discuss parallel ILS/RNAV approaches, tons of checkride announcements, and more of your amazing aviation feedback/questions.    Feedback 1. Patron EM asks about visual separation on parallel RNAV approaches. 2. Patron SG shared some great audio of his co-pilot’s radio skills.   Mentioned on the show: “For the 6th consecutive year, PilotEdge is hosting SimVenture- a virtual Oshkosh fly-in experience. Using a computer flight simulator, join hundreds of other pilots online and fly the iconic Fisk VFR arrival into Oshkosh a week ahead of the real AirVenture in order to prepare for your actual flight, or just experience the thrill of it for fun. And the best part? The voices you’ll hear on the radio aren’t just any controllers - they’re the real Oshkosh air traffic controllers meaning you’ll be getting as close to the real thing as possible, all from the comfort of your home cockpit.   SimVenture is happening July 11-13th on the PilotEdge flight simulator network. The event is free for new users. Visit pilotedge.net/simventure to learn more.”   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 389 Show Notes Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss recent changes in how VFR only towers provide radar approach services to pilots.  Who has responsibility for approaches in the airspace, what facilities can provide radar services, and why is the change important for pilots to understand?  We also discuss VFR vectors, pinch hitter courses, and how a malfunctioning instrument caused a Blackhawk to stray into enemy territory.  This was a fun show!  Enjoy! Timely Feedback: 1. Patron BGK sent audio and asked about our ATC equipment wishlist. 2. Patron CL sent information about some publication changes.  Notice here: https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/safety_alerts/media/VIS_25-03_CN_Product_Terminations_eff_Aug_2025.pdf Aeronautical Chart Users’ Guide: https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/digital_products/aero_guide/ 3. Patron AA sends words of inspiration for AG and his instrument making endeavor. Feedback 1. Patron SG shared a story about ATC helping a non pilot safely land.  Check out this article on “Pinch Hitter” courses.   https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/safety-spotlights/pinch-hitter 2. SGAC Patron SA wants to know if VFR airplanes get penalty vectors. 3. Patron SRD shares a story of two lieutenants, a map, and a malfunctioning instrument near the North Korean DMZ.  Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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.
Episode 388 Show Notes   Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH discuss ATC communication and radar outages from the perspective of the pilot and the controller.  What are steps pilots and controllers can take to reestablish order and predictability when critical systems go down unexpectedly?  We also discuss a real-life backup handheld radio story, circling to land expectations and more of your awesome feedback.  This episode is packed with information you can use to safely operate in the NAS!   Timely Feedback: 1. British Patron CGS settles the debate on pronouncing SUB MARIN ER 2. Patron CH shares a fun stat about American male’s confidence   Feedback 1. SGAC Patron Mike Mike shares a great example of how a simple backup radio can be a real game changer in lost communication scenarios. 2. Patron MGG asks a question about circling to land tower expectations. 3. Patron 1DullGeek shares a story about a co-pilot. 4. Patron DTW shares some great news about flying!   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
OB387: More Right Rudder

OB387: More Right Rudder

2025-06-0301:23:51

Episode 387 Show Notes Topic of the show: Staying On Your Toes, Sponsored by Patron DF On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss staying current and expanding your horizons in aviation.  How do you gain proficiency and confidence?  Why is this so important in your aviation story?   We also discuss a popular EFB routing issue, base entry reporting, and more of your awesome aviation questions.  This week’s show is packed with aviation gold!  Enjoy! Links: https://asrs.arc.nasa.gov/publications/callback.html Timely Feedback: 1. Patron 1dullgeek responds to EFB routing issues 2. The CA has words for RH 3. Army IP DS shows us what a view through the HUD looks like 4. Anonymous from ForeFlight explains the EFB error issue 5. Anonymous from ForeFlight also explains the issue 6. Patron SD sent audio on pronunciation of French chain restaurants in the UK   Feedback 1. Patron SLS asks an IFR routing question 2. Patron ES asks about pattern entry instructions 3. Patron DS shares a Class C story 4. Patron TGS, MD talks “Callback” and penguin consumption for survival Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
OB386: VFR Vectors to Final

OB386: VFR Vectors to Final

2025-05-2701:21:46

Episode 386 Show Notes Topic of the show: VFR Vectors to Final. Sponsored by SGAC Patron SA On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss sequencing VFR’s to a Charlie airport and the etiquette involved on both sides of the mic.  We also discuss a real life center controller sighting, confusing late night flying mistakes, and more of your awesome aviation feedback.  Links: https://youtu.be/Dml3O6Irmt0 Timely Feedback: 1. Army IP DS answers the radar altimeter question from last week, thanks! 2. Patron SRD answers the radar altimeter question also, thank you! 3. Patron BDM asks about controllers after an incident 4. Patron JAC sends a story about his first solo cross country Feedback 1. Patron TS discusses shift work as a submariner 2. Harrier the Bean sends several interactions with ATC 3. Patron SG sends audio about audio 4. Patron DDC talks night flying for IFR training 5. Patron DB talks about a recent Center tour Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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.
Episode 385 Show Notes   Topic of the show: When Airways Don’t Intersect Sponsored by SGAC Patron BD.  When your amended routing includes airways that look connected but actually aren’t, what could possibly go wrong? We break down a real-world clearance confusion, the LOA behind it, and why trusting your automation might land you in a holding pattern of regret.   Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SRS makes a great point about flying low level helicopters with NVG’s 2. Patron JB talks chain restaurants 3. SGAC JAS discusses descent planning and ATC 4. Patron RW sends audio about audio about asking ATC a question on frequency about boundary airport approaches.   Feedback 1. SGAC AM has a question about ‘interesting’ phraseology being used by ATC on a recent flight 2. SGAC Patron LS has questions for RH and AG 3. SGAC “Doc” sends ‘radical’ feedback from AME land   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 384 Show Notes Topic of the show: Mommy, Where do LOA’s Come From? RH and AG discuss Letters of Agreement between facilities. What are they, how do they work, why are they necessary?  We also discuss some more career feedback for aspiring professional pilots and air traffic controllers, losing radios and using a satellite phone, and more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback.  Timely Feedback: 1. Patron SA offers wise advice to those early in their career search 2. Patron CSL responds to career day and gives advice for rotor heads 3. Patron AS has great info for would be CFI’s Feedback 1. Paypaller and controller PL says hello and gives advice to trainees 2. Patron RK sends questions about pilot’s discretion and opening and closing towers 3. Patron JD has a story about being NORDO in a helo.  Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 383 Show Notes   Topic of the show: Aviation Career Day #3, sponsored by Patrons and PayPal supporters!  On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss the details of a pilot or controller career.  We encourage everyone interested in these two career fields to ask questions, learn as much as you can about the field, and prepare for the inevitable challenges you will face in this industry.  We also discuss recent ATC hiring timelines (good news), phraseology, and more of your awesome feedback.  This show is packed with a lot of great material and you don’t want to miss it!    Links: https://www.tsatestprep.com/atsa-practice-test/   Timely Feedback: 1. Controller SC discusses ATC hiring 2. Patron QZ sends a link to an ATSA test prep site 3. Controller ZB sends a hiring timeline for ATC   Feedback 1. Patron CM from the frozen north sends audio about phraseology 2. Patron JC sends a story about  Coffee with Controllers 3. Patron AMM sends audio about I LOVE ATC   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 382 Show Notes    Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH dig deeper into the time building phase for pilots and the training marathon for air traffic controllers.  What do they recommend in these stages?  What makes someone a standout candidate for the professional level?  How can you prepare to get through this stage successfully?  We also discuss hold for release, filing flight plans, and more of your awesome feedback.  This was a really fun episode and you don’t want to miss it!   Timely Feedback:     1. Cigarette Controller CD shares audio about tower closing time and the implications for IFR pilots with a clearance.  2. Controller TX shares what they do at their tower when they close.   Feedback:   1. Patron MWA shares some feedback about their pilot journey and flight plans. 2. Patron WM asks about converting from a TRSA to a Class C.  What happens?   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
Episode 381 Show Notes    Topic of the show: On this week’s show, RH and AG dig deep into the application process for ATC and professional pilots.  What are the prerequisites to apply?  What should you expect in the application process?  How do you choose the right flight school?  How do you prepare for the Academy?  We are starting a multi part series on the aviation careers we know the best.  We also discuss messy finals, why flight following can be very helpful near MOAs, and more of your awesome aviation feedback.    Timely Feedback:     1. Patron JB Alloonist shares some fun facts about VOR approaches. 2. Patron HTV is starting an aviation podcast.  Search for “Helicopter Training Podcast” in your favorite podcast player.   Feedback:   1. SGAC Patron AM shares a final approach sequence story.  What was happening? 2. SGAC Patron NB shares his experience training with the military and illustrates why flight following is critical near MOAs.  Check out his video: https://youtu.be/ka_5m69KCKs   Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.com You can support our show using Patreon or visiting our support page on the website.  Keep the feedback coming, it drives the show! Don’t be shy, use the “Send Audio to AG and RH” button on the website and record an audio message. Or you can send us comments or questions to feedback@opposingbases.com.  Music bumpers by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Legal Notice 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.  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. 
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Michelle Hovey

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Jan 15th
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PJ Mazzullo

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Lionking Mohamed

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Aug 8th
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