OB238: Standby Me

Published: July 18, 2022, 5:42 p.m.

Episode 238 Show Notes

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Topic of the show: AG and RH answer a listener\u2019s question about when controllers should stay quiet or minimize instructions due to pilot workload and task saturation.\xa0 We also discuss ways a controller can combat workload increases with the help of another set of eyes.\xa0 This episode is packed with aviation gold, you don\u2019t want to miss it!

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Timely Feedback:

  1. 1. JW sent a fun EFB trick where you can add pattern entry to your flight path for situational awareness.
  2. 2. Patron WO shares some safety advice for all pilots: set personal minimums.

\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0 3.Bravo Kilo (a real life Oshkosh AirVenture controller) sent\xa0\xa0\xa0 some tips and comments about flying into the busiest airport in the world.

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Feedback

  1. Patron JY asks about temporary controllers during staffing challenges.
  2. JC wants to know if we can Brasher Warning a cat?

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