OB311: Shift Sandwich and Avoiding Earth

Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

Episode 311 Show Notes

Topic of the show: On this week’s show, AG and RH answer a question about filed and expected altitudes while flying an ODP. What is the safest way to navigate a lost comms scenario while executing the ODP? How can you plan ahead to be a safer and more prepared pilot? We also discuss shift work, opposite direction operation rules, and more of your awesome aviation questions. This is a packed episode and you don’t want to miss it!

Timely Feedback:

1. Patron EF comments on the changes to the show and asks about Air Traffic schedules.

2. Patron WTF sent feedback about the ongoing glider topic.

3. Patron MK sent a link to an article he wrote about IFR approaches.https://www.ifr-magazine.com/training-sims/gettin-down/

Feedback

1. Patron NB sent a link to his video with an OB shoutout, go check it out here: https://youtu.be/POyHMCXWWnM link to his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanBallardSaferFlying

2. Patron MF asks RH a question about getting his ATC fix.

3. SGAC Patron Charlie Mike from the frozen north sent a question about opposite direction operations.

4. SGAC Patron IC, md sent feedback about a TRACON tour at Big Apple Tracon.

Mentioned on the show: The Midlife Pilot Podcast and Safer Flying on YouTube

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