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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 465 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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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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OB437: Unable, Say Intentions
Released to show supporters on 5/13/2026 Public release scheduled for 5/27/2026
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OB436: A Three-Hour Taxi
Released to show supporters on 5/6/2026 Public release scheduled for 5/20/2026
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OB435: Ghost Target Sorcery
Released to show supporters on 4/29/2026 Public release scheduled for 5/13/2026
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Romeo Hotel and Al Phagolf put together aviation knowledge you can’t find anywhere else and comedy all into one podcast! I have enjoyed every minute of listening since I was introduced to OB in December. It has solidified my opinion on asking for flight following on every cross country and dare I say it could’ve prevented me from failing my instrument checkride had I started listening to OB earlier on in my training. Thanks for all you do for the aviation community and I look forward to more epi... more
I can safely say one of the contributing factors to me earning my CFII was OB. While I tuned in during my commute every day, OB pumped plump penguins into my brain, allowing me to walk into my (FAA monitored) checkride with a massively full iceberg. It was so full, in fact, that penguins came jumping out from all angles, nicely hitting examiner in all the right spots throughout the day. I have nothing but respect for RH/AG, who have undoubtedly doubled my situational awareness when operating in ... more
As a long time listener, I have to apologize for the delay in my review. You see, I didn’t actually have an instrument rating, what they’re saying sounds good, sure, but what if it’s all just made up? Now that I’ve passed my instrument check ride I can confirm that the knowledge disseminated in this podcast doesn’t result in an immediate checkride failure. Did they do it? Did AG and RH create something useful that is also fun? I’ll need to spend more time in the NAS to be sure; but at the very l... more
Hello from VP, from the space coast Delta.
I started to listen to OB, as I was just gathering my penguins on the iceberg for my Private, which took me over a year, due to taking a break, as it started to burn me out. However, listening to this podcast, made me realize that it is normal, to take a break from training, to sort life things first. Here I am, fresh IFR pilot, after passing my check ride on Tuesday. Keep up the good work, as I keep gathering my penguins on my ever growing iceberg.
I am a somewhat new listener and have been listening nonstop since I found you guys.
I have been working in aviation for five-ish years in airline SOCCs as a dispatcher.
Now, I have started my next chapter in aviation at the FAA Academy for ATC.
I just want to say the information you put out into the world, not just other aviation professionals, is outstanding. Thank you for all you do.
—WS
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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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