Topic: Zulu Time

2 chapters across the catalog

Forever Wars
Episode 1338 2:53:32 - 2:56:44

1338: Forever Wars

Derek Chauvin Trial, Zulu and GMT Time Confusion

During the Derek Chauvin trial, an officer testifying was reportedly unfamiliar with "Zulu time" or "Greenwich Mean Time" (GMT) when questioned about body camera timestamps. The hosts use this as an example of a failing education system.

Nice Fabric
Episode 724 6:35 - 9:52

724: Nice Fabric

Austin Weather, Aviation Zulu Time, Severe Storm Delays

Severe weather in Austin, Texas, including tornado warnings and heavy rain throughout May, caused significant aviation delays. A host explains the use of "Zulu time" (UTC) in aviation forecasts and describes a flight delay at the gate that resulted in missing a landing slot. The aircraft eventually held in a holding pattern for nearly an hour due to slow-moving storms and "mini twisters" near the airfield.