OB215: Wake Turbulence: Flaming Hoops of Fury

Episode 215 Show Notes

 

Topic of the show: AG and RH discuss wake turbulence avoidance from a controller's perspective.  How can you stay away from the dangerous wake of a larger aircraft but still get the safest and most efficient service from air traffic control?   You may be surprised how we feel about wake turbulence so don't miss this episode!

 

Timely Feedback:

1. 1. The Terps Elf shares some data about approaches in the NAS! https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/ifp_inventory_summary/
2. 2. PATRON Juliet Hotel would like to leave a 1 star review for a facility.
3. 3. PATRON Juliet Echo Charlie shares his thoughts on the bonus audio from last week.
4. 4. PATRON WTF shares the "the Goodish LOI" (Page 1, Page 2).

 

 

Feedback

1. PATRON Echo Charlie asks about controller check rides.
2. PATRON Juliet Golf shares a story from the TRIAD from 100 years ago.
3. PATRON Bravo Sierra shares some insight into a recent Angel Flight into a Presidential TFR.
4. PATRON Delta Golf shared some history on the term "deadhead".

 

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