OB223: Shiny Aluminum Showers
OB223: Shiny Aluminum Showers  
Podcast: Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk
Published On: Mon Apr 11 2022
Description: Episode 223 Show Notes   Topic of the show: How do we stay off the landline and why is it an important controller skill?  On this week’s show, RH goes off on a rant about the misuse of landlines and the lessons he learned as a trainee to use them sparingly.  We also talk about “landing assured”, a busy flight school pattern, and LPV approaches.  This is a packed episode and you don’t want to miss a minute!  Enjoy!   Timely Feedback: 1. Sierra Golf shares some feedback about small GA aircraft going to Metroplex. 2. PATRON Juliet Charlie reminds us of another phone book nuance. 3. SGAC PATRON Charlie Mike has a request of the show and the Terps Elf. 4. PATRON Mike Golf enjoyed us having Captain Dana as a guest co-host. 5. PATRON Sierra Echo offers a pro tip on hitting a gap on final.   Feedback Sierra Papa Delta has some comments about wake turbulence and callsign mishaps. PATRON Whiskey Tango Foxtrot shares some information on equipage and approaches. PATRON JEC has a question about “landing assured”. PATRON AMB shares some audio from a busy pattern. PATRON Papa Victor wants to know how we stay off the land lines like pros. PATRON Echo Hotel wants everyone to know how cool his car was in 1998. https://fb.watch/bkWjs-_0pA/.   Mentioned on the show: Pilot has engine failure and works with ATC to find an airport and lands on the numbers with no engine from 9000’. Well done!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEMlny_ExuU 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. Find us on twitter @opposing_bases.  Music by audionautix.com.  Third party audio provided by liveatc.net.  Friends of the show and maker of bags to protect your ATC headset from dust and germs: ATCSaks.com. Keep the gunk and funk away from your most valuable pilot gear: https://pilotsaks.com/. Legal Notice  The hosts of Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk podcast are speaking on behalf of Opposing Bases, LLC.  Opposing Bases, LLC does not represent the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, or the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.  All opinions expressed in the show are for entertainment purposes only.  There is no nexus between Opposing Bases, LLC and the FAA or NATCA.  All episodes are the property of Opposing Bases, LLC and shall not be recorded or transcribed without express written consent.  For official guidance on laws and regulations, refer to your local Flight Standards District Office or Certified Flight Instructor.  Opposing Bases, LLC offers this podcast to promote aviation safety and enhance the knowledge of its listeners but makes no guarantees to listeners regarding accuracy or legal applications.