OB64: Atlanta TRACON (A80), Part 1
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Episode 64 Show Notes
Topic of the show: JEC sent in audio several weeks ago regarding Precision Runway Monitor (PRM) approaches at Atlanta Tracon. On today\\u2019s show, we play part 1 of our interview with \\u201cOU\\u201d from Atlanta Tracon (A80). We discuss the radar room at A80, standard procedures, personnel, arrival rates, and set up for instrument approaches. A special thank you to \\u201cOU\\u201d for an awesome interview. The professional air traffic controllers at A80 work traffic in and out of one of the busiest airports in the world and they make it look easy!
Mentions: Pinewood Derby Car
Timely Feedback:\\xa0
- CK sent in feedback about altitude assignments and glideslope intercept. Thank you, CK!
- RK sent in feedback about obstacle clearance and approach procedures. Thank you, RK!
- HM sent in a FAR/AIM PCG definition of \\u201cFinal Approach Fix\\u201d. Thank you, HM!
- CS pointed out a mistake we made in Episode 62. We clarify. Thank you, CS! Mode C Veil
- SP sent in a response about the \\u201cwhite board\\u201d of transponder codes. FAA Order 7110.66.
\\xa0Feedback
- Delta Papa sent in audio feedback about practice approaches using our SpeakPipe button. Thank you, DP!\\xa0 Yes, get ATC services whenever possible!
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