About this episode
Episode 243 Show Notes Topic of the show: We regularly endorse the use of flight following to increase safety in the NAS and on this week's show, we review the services provided by air traffic control when you are being watched by the ATC Gods. Why should you get flight following? Find out today! Timely Feedback: 1. Alpha Charlie answers most of our glider tow questions from last week. 2. Patron JG shares a story about misidentified aircraft types. 3. JZ and his daughter are big fans of airplane livery and Abraham Lincoln. 4. Patron JEF shares the audio from AG's ATC Birthday Party. Feedback Patron WTF shares some ADS-B insight. Patron JEC sent in a great audio question about a mysterious aircraft in our airspace. Patron BS shares a story from a long solo cross country. 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.