
OB385: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Victor Airways
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Episode 385 Show Notes
Topic of the show: When Airways Don't Intersect Sponsored by SGAC Patron BD. When your amended routing includes airways that look connected but actually aren't, what could possibly go wrong? We break down a real-world clearance confusion, the LOA behind it, and why trusting your automation might land you in a holding pattern of regret.
Timely Feedback:
1. Patron SRS makes a great point about flying low level helicopters with NVG's
2. Patron JB talks chain restaurants
3. SGAC JAS discusses descent planning and ATC
4. Patron RW sends audio about audio about asking ATC a question on frequency about boundary airport approaches.
Feedback
1. SGAC AM has a question about 'interesting' phraseology being used by ATC on a recent flight
2. SGAC Patron LS has questions for RH and AG
3. SGAC "Doc" sends 'radical' feedback from AME land
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