OB275: Ice Cold Vectors
Episode 275 Show Notes
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Topic of the show: When you\u2019re being vectored on the downwind over cold and unwelcoming waters, why can\u2019t the controller turn you in closer to the final approach fix?\xa0 When is it legal to give you a shortcut to keep you closer to the shore?\xa0 On this week\u2019s episode, we discuss the legality of close in vectors, the use of a visual or contract approach, and more of your aviation questions and feedback.\xa0 You don\u2019t want to miss this episode!
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Timely Feedback:
1. PATRON Sierra Bravo flew 19 hours to Sun \u2018n Fun in a gyroplane!
2. PATRON Mike Charlie Mike shares some Lobster Bravo general aviation stats.
3. SGAC PATRON Romeo Bravo shares a story about a busy airport with a closed runway.
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Feedback
1. PATRON Romeo Victor has made a family activity out of flight training.
2. PATRON Whiskey Tango Foxtrot shares some thoughts about Y fixes and approach plates.
3. PATRON Charlie Kilo Alpha has a question about automation and radar contracts.
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Mentioned on the show: https://cirruspilots.org/Publications/Magazine/category/2023\xa0 AG and RH\u2019s article is featured in the April 2023 edition of COPA Pilot magazine!
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