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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

The Finer Points is the original educational aviation podcast. Launched in 2005, TFP delivers expert CFI wisdom from award winning certified flight instructor, Jason Miller. Over the last 20 years Jason has been working to perfect the art of flight instruction. He was named FAA Wester Pacific CFI of the year in 2009 and 2016, works as an AOPA Air Safety Institute instructor, and writes monthly columns for FLYING magazine. Jason is passionate about conveying accurate, meaningful information to pilots.
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Episodes

Over the Hawthorne and Through the Bravo

This podcast answers some listener questions on flying in IMC and when to use additional CFIs and also includes additional info on how to fly the Special Flight Rules Area through the LAX class B airspace. This podcast covers how that process works. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2019. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoint...

Feb 09, 201916 min

Lessons From The Titanic - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast I will answer some listener questions and read a piece I wrote that carries forward lessons that can be learned from the R.M.S Titanic. Yes, the steamship that sank over 100 years ago. What could this possibly have to do with aviation? Well, you'd be surprised. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://ww...

Jan 19, 201915 min

Stalling In A Turn - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we talk with the spin doctor, Rich Stowell, about the nature of stalling in a turn. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ Proudly Sponsored by ForeFlight. Download ForeFlight - The essential app for aviation - here: https://foreflight.com/ Proudly Sponsored by BOSE...

Dec 15, 201816 min

Flying Freaks Me Out - Aviation Podcast

I recently received a letter from a listener saying that lately flying has been freaking him out. He does everything right and still can't shake the feeling like something terrible is going to happen. In this podcast we discuss what to do when flying starts to freak you out. You can emulate the professionals and build confidence through standardization. For more information on standardization, check out my iBook, Setting The Standard available on itunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/setting...

Nov 30, 201813 min

Lost Radio? IFR!!? - Aviation Podcast

Big thanks to John Ewing, you can find john on Twitter @avimentor I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ Proudly Sponsored by ForeFlight. Download ForeFlight - The essential app for aviation - here: https://foreflight.com/ Proudly Sponsored by BOSE. These videos are listener supported by the generous donations o...

Nov 09, 201814 min

Mail Call - 4 Important Questions Answered

In this podcast I answer 4 listener questions from Instagram and Facebook. 1. Tips for wing drops during the stall 2. Emergency Landing on Highways? 3. Staying current of getting back into flying 4. Relative Humidity on performance charts? Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website Proudly Sponsored by ForeFlight. Download ...

Oct 26, 201818 min

3 Tips for Better Communication - Aviation Podcast

This podcast answer two listener questions: 1. In training - how much is "too much" iPad? 2. Will you please do a podcast on how to operate the radios in a more effective way? You, too, can send me questions on instagram @learntfp. Please enjoy! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ Proudly Sponsored by ForeFli...

Oct 12, 201813 min

Engine OUT, Landing SHORT - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast I talk with pilot, Tyler Duffy, who experienced a total engine failure on his second solo flight. Hear the actual ATC audio, listen to my conversation with Tyler, and learn what you can from this valuable experience. Fly Your Best, Jason I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ Proudly Sponsored by...

Aug 31, 201813 min

How To Crash An Airplane - Aviation Podcast

In this episode we talk with Peter Lert, a former Burt Rutan test pilot who spent many years ferrying airplanes across the North Atlantic. Peter has over 20,000 hours of flight time and 50 North Atlantic crossings under his belt and on this episode he relates his experience of crashing an airplane and what he did to make it survivable. Fly Your Best, Jason

May 07, 201820 min

The Art Of Instruction - Aviation Podcast

Join me as we talk with Dr. Howard Donner about the art of instruction. We review the laws of learning and talk strategies for teaching people how to fly from the basics on up. Fly Your Best! Jason

Apr 20, 201820 min

Accident Waiting To Happen - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we talk with Rod Rakic about the fact that recreational drone operators are not bound by Part 107 UAS laws. In fact, they are not bound by much at all.

Mar 30, 201813 min

Staying Found - Aviation Podcast

In this episode we talk with Lt. Nate Gilman, a SARSAT operations officer, who informs us it is not longer appropriate to check your ELT in the first five minutes of the hour. Ever. Fly Your Best, Jason

Jan 20, 201819 min

Stay A Wake - The Atrophy of Vigilance

In this episode we discuss wake turbulence encounters and avoidance procedures. We dig deep into the concept of "practical drift" when it comes to safety procedures. Fly Your Best! Jason

Dec 02, 201716 min

Don't Get Upset - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we discuss upset recovery training strategies with Rich Stowell ( http://www.richstowell.com/ ). Learn tips for your next training mission. Fly Your Best, Jason

Nov 06, 201711 min

Horses Eat Grass - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we discuss some of the finer points of flying and how experience with horses can benefit you there. We also cover some basic tips on how to have a light touch on the controls and stay ahead of the airplane. Fly Your Best, Jason

Aug 10, 20178 min

Practice Approaches - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we look at some of the confusion that exists between practice instrument approaches and pop up IFR approach clearances. Fly Your Best, Jason

Jul 16, 20179 min

Shear Terror - Aviation Podcast

Recently a Cirrus SR22 was destroyed in a landing accident likely due to wind shear. Any one of us might have ended up in this situation and in this podcast I will review three strategies this pilot might have used to avoid this accident. Fly Your Best!

Jun 10, 201715 min

Wait A Minute - Aviation Podcast

In this episode we discuss the delay factor when a pilot experiences an actual in flight emergency. Fly Your Best! Jason

Apr 01, 201715 min

Talkin' in the Hangar with AOPA - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we tune into AOPA's Hangar Talk podcast in which I discuss our mountain flying trip with AOPA author, Jill Tallman. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Feb 28, 201721 min

Holes In My Game - Aviation Podcast

I hope you're hungry aviators because this podcast is food for thought. In this episode I recall a story from a trip to Oshkosh in years past that left me, well, let's just say surprised. Learn from my mistakes and fly your best! Jason

Feb 10, 20179 min

On The Way In - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we pick up a conversation from Facebook and discuss a procedure for briefing a VFR arrival. Working to keep your flying standard and your procedures bullet proof. Fly Your Best! Jason

Jan 30, 20177 min

Failure Modes - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast I will give a simple standardization for your Cabin Check that will increase your knowledge of your systems and add safety and redundancy to your flying. Fly Your Best! Jason

Dec 02, 20166 min

Straight as an Arrow - Aviation Podcast

On this episode we answer a question from Melbourne Australia regarding how to best maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, especially in a cross wind. Fly Your Best!

Nov 04, 20168 min

A Review With A View - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we discuss tactics for excellent flight reviews. We use a recent flight review I did with Steve Thorne from the Flight Chops YouTube channel. Fly Your Best!

Sep 24, 201612 min

5 Tips to Save Money in Training - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast I will give you 5 strategies that i used during my ATP training to save money and make the dual instruction as efficient and effective as possible. Fly Your Best! Jason

Jul 25, 20169 min

Where You Don't Be Long - Aviation Podcast

On this episode of TFP we talk with ForeFlight weather scientist, Scott Denstaedt about icing. Scott is a former meteorologist, CFI, and active pilot who flies all over the U.S. We discuss strategies for avoiding icing conditions and tips for getting out if that proves impossible. Fly Your Best!

May 24, 201625 min

Missing The Beat - Aviation Podcast

Here they come Aviators! The number of student pilots is way up and in this podcast we discuss some thoughts on how we might retain them.

Feb 13, 201614 min

Let Yourself Flow - Aviation Podcast

An aviator on Facebook recently asked if we could publish a podcast that elaborates on our flow check procedure. This week on TFP it's all about Flows. Fly Your Best!™

Jan 15, 20168 min
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