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Opposing Bases: Air Traffic Talk

Air Traffic Talk
Air Traffic Control
Pilot Training
Aviation Safety
Aviation
General Aviation
Pilot Communication
Emergency Procedures
Flight Following
Listener Feedback
FAA
Aviation Communication
Air Traffic Controllers
Mental Health
Penguin Airlines
Visual Approaches
Aviation Community
Aviation Training
Flight Following Light
Flight Safety
Airventure

Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk ✈ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎧 Want early access and full archives? Join the crew at opposingbases.supercast.com. 🛩️ Listener-supported. No ads. Just aviation conversations that matter. 📸 Instagram: @opposing_bases 🌍 Show site: opposingbases.com

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Latest Episodes

OB441: Killer Conflict Resolution

Released to show supporters on 6/10/2026 Public release scheduled for 6/24/2026

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OB440: Autopilot- Garbage In, Garbage Out

Released to show supporters on 5/27/2026 Public release scheduled for 6/17/2026

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OB439: Three Magic Words

Released to show supporters on 5/27/2026 Public release scheduled for 6/10/2026

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OB438: My Soul is Still on Downwind at Los Gatos

Released to show supporters on 5/13/2026 Public release scheduled for 6/3/2026

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Recent Guests

Alpha Golf
Retired Army Pilot, guest on the episode
Penguin Airlines (First Officer)
Episode: OB434: No Beeps, No Sweeps, No Creeps
Romeo Hotel
First Officer at Penguin Airlines, guest on the episode
Penguin Airlines
Episode: OB434: No Beeps, No Sweeps, No Creeps
Sierra Lima
Contributor providing audio feedback and slides
Episode: OB431: Hot Chicken Bravo
Delta Charlie Trailer
Listener contributing feedback
Episode: OB431: Hot Chicken Bravo
Badger Pilot
Supercaster guest sharing stories on the episode topic
Super Hurt Supporter (as mentioned)
Episode: OB429: Slant Useful and Beautiful
Delta Fox Treads
Retired Army Pilot and participant in the summer camp currency training
Episode: OB401: Currency Camp Debrief
Charlie Alpha
A member of the aviation community who shared a significant story about fatigue during their police career.
Episode: OB400: Squawk 0400, Remain This Frequency
Captain Dana
A friend and mentor to the hosts, who contributed messages celebrating the episode milestone.
Episode: OB400: Squawk 0400, Remain This Frequency
Bravo Kilo
Experienced Air Traffic Controller at Oshkosh
FAA
Episode: Notice-AirVenture is Approaching (Re-Release)

Hosts

Alpha Golf
Retired Army Pilot with experience as First Officer at Penguin Airlines; host and air traffic insight contributor.
Romeo Hotel
First Officer at Penguin Airlines; co-host with airline cockpit perspective; frequent ATC discussion guest.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Even helpful for VFR pilots!

    As a late in life private pilot, 13 months past his check ride with no intention of getting an instrument rating, this podcast really helps me understand everything going on with the tracon and big planes that I interact with in my life around the Boston bravo airspace (or whatever you call kbos ). Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan from NM
    United States21 days ago
  • High Five!

    Started listening around OB303 as a private pilot and thought my iceberg was in great shape. I had a respectable waddle of penguins and was feeling pretty confident.

    Then AG and RH started auditing my iceberg.

    Turns out half my penguins were sick, several were imaginary, a few were standing on thin ice. Through instrument, commercial, CFI, and CFII training, the penguin population fluctuated wildly. Some were rehabilitated, some wandered off, and some met a dramatic end exploding at the hands of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D-3P0
    United States23 days ago
  • It doesn’t suck it blows!!

    It blows my mind that after 40 year of participating in the NAS as a corporate pilot flying jets all over the world, there’s still tidbits to learn especially how pilots can better interphase with controllers to make the system work even better

    Keep up the good work and keep making us laugh

    MTR

    From:

    Capital city Delta

    South or Portlandia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MArkT R
    United States24 days ago
  • 5 stars only

    I was introduced to OB when I started instructing at a flying club just southeast of Triad at Taco Truck Airport and it quickly became one of the most valuable aviation resources in my toolkit. As a CFII I made sure to point all of my students in their direction because of the practical knowledge, real-world ATC insight, and endless humor they bring to every episode.

    I may have even turned my dentist into a listener after he was intrigued by me laughing nonstop while listening to an episode duri... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmcinnis7
    United States25 days ago
  • inspirational

    This podcast is funny, inspirational, relatable and very informative. The best aviation podcast by far. Please give it a listen if you want your life to be positively changed.

    Audible
    5
    John
    United Statesa month ago

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Guests and topics are regularly described as credible and engaging.
Listeners praise accessible breakdowns of complex NAS concepts.
Episodes are long-running and consistently informative for both pilots and controllers.
Audience loves the humor and community vibe alongside practical guidance.

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Talking Points

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OB412: Sectional Scent, Premature Descent
Q: What kind of advanced notices needed when Metroplex changes their runways?
There isn't much coordination; it's more of a notification to the adjoining sectors that the change has already occurred.
OB410: Essential Volunteers
Q: Do you feel you are being rewarded enough for your work?
The sentiment expresses that people are doing a great job despite the difficult circumstances of working without pay.
OB410: Essential Volunteers
Q: How do you feel about working right now?
It feels like we're piloting a new field of volunteer air traffic control amid this situation.
OB401: Currency Camp Debrief
Q: What questions still remain for you after this experience?
Delta Fox expressed a desire to gain more actual instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) experience with an instructor to prepare for real scenarios effectively.
OB401: Currency Camp Debrief
Q: What habits could you adopt from this experience?
Delta Fox mentioned adopting a mindset focusing on engine failure scenarios during pre-flight preparation, which is crucial for twin engine flying.

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Two seasoned aviators run a high-signal, entertaining show about how the National Airspace System actually operates. From busy metro-area operations, radar outages, and real-world instrument procedures to training culture, they unpack complex ATC concepts with humor, practical anecdotes, and listener anecdotes. Guests and recurring contributors bring airline, military, and tower perspectives, making topics like SIDs/ODPs, lost comms, and dynamic airspace approachable for both pilots and controllers. The format emphasizes education and community, with ad-free depth and bonus content for supporters. A standout is the blend of real-world operations insight with approachable explainers, making it useful for listeners who want practical NAS know... more

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