Unable, Say Intentions
5/27/20261 hr 13 min
OB437: Unable, Say Intentions
Released to show supporters on 5/13/2026
Public release scheduled for 5/27/2026
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First 90 secondsRomeo Hotel· Host0:00
Every single plane is some different problem to solve. And, and now when it's a satellite departure, and it's a fast climbing jet, and they're going at a boundary, or the routing doesn't work, and you have to do something quickly- Ready.
Speaker 30:13
[upbeat music] Welcome to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk, an aviation podcast by two air traffic controllers and rated pilots who love to talk about flying, controlling, and everything in between. The show is for entertainment purposes only, and should not be used as a substitute for your instructor, your supervisor, the FAA, the NTSB, or your cat. [cat growling] Drama. The show will give you a better understanding of how things work in the National Airspace System, and maybe even make you laugh along the way. [upbeat music] Please welcome retired Army pilot Alpha Golf and First Officer at Penguin Airlines, Romeo Hotel.
Romeo Hotel· Host1:06
[upbeat music] It's Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. Episode 437. On today's show, we'll help everyone understand the pitfalls of blasting off VFR, looking for IFR clearance, learn more about the ancient art of flying without GPS, and answer more of your aviation questions. What's up, BG?