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.
- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 408
- Years Active
- 2005 - 2025
Learn Your ABC's - Aviation Podcast
In this episode we review some of the basics of preparing for a possible engine failure. Fly Your Best!
IFR Training - Aviation Podcast #194
Considering and instrument rating? I recently received a facebook message from a fan who asked about when it's appropriate to start working on approaches during instrument training. Here are some t…
Aviation Safety Session #30
In this episode I share a story about an adventure training trip to the Pacific northwest. After many days of flying fatigue and other factors contributed to an engine failure on final approach! On…
The Coldest Winter I Ever Spent - Aviation Podcast #193
On this episode of TFP we're reviewing advection fog. We cover how it forms, why it forms and how to predict it. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Jason
A Pane In The Glass - Aviation Podcast #192
In this episode we are reviewing some of the finer points of how to clear your aircraft windows. If you are a renter you can look forward to clear windows ... if you are owner you get those and also…
It's a Belt Getting It Right! - Aviation Podcast #191
Learn how understanding seatbelt lawe can reduce your risk of collision.
Fly Your Best!
Jason
A Brief Overview - Aviation Podcast #190
In this episode of TFP we review some of the finer points of arriving on the runway intact. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Fly Your Best,
Jason
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast #189
This week we pick up the discussion on whether or not to EVER use the phrase 'Any Pilot's In The Area, Please Advise'. Fly Your Best!
Jason
Get It Straight - Aviation Podcast Episode #188
Welcome back aviators! In this flight training podcast we discuss how to effectively check your electrical system before you fly ANY airplane. Please enjoy the finer points!
Fly Your Best!
Jason
Talkin' With Bob Gardner - Aviation Podcast #187
On this episode we're talking with author of 'Say Again, Please', Bob Gardner. Bob has more than 40 years in the aviation industry and he is widely considered an expert on radio communications. On …
The Commonest Common Error - Aviation Podcast #186
In this episode we discuss common errors and how you can perfect your skills by avoiding the common mistakes. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Jason
What makes a pilot great? - Aviation Podcast #185
In this episode we talk with AOPA author, former airline pilot, world speed record holder and internationally reknowned aviator, Barry Schiff on what makes a pilot great.
Fly Your Best,
Jason
One on One weather 101 - Aviation Podcast #184
Hello Aviators. On this episode of TFP we are discussing low pressure weather systems. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
IFR no goes - Aviation Podcast #183
On this episode of TFP i'll give you the criteria that I use to make the sometimes tricky IFR go / no go decision. Fly your Best!
Jason
Fear Not Stalls - Aviation Podcast #182
In this episode we hear clips from the audio instruction CD, 'The High Air Work'. In depth discussion on Approach to landing (Power off) stalls and go arounds. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Be Saf…
Goodbye Charlie - Aviation Podcast #181
On this episode of TFP we review Class Charlie radio communication procedures. Please enjoy TFP!
A review of DME arcs part II - Aviation Podcast #180
This is part II of a series on DME arcs featuring tips and tricks that help assure you are proficient with the visualizations associated with this procedure. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Fly Your…
A review of DME arcs - Aviation Podcast #179
In this episode we take a look at how to effectively visualize DME arcs on your flight instruments. Although rare, these maneuvers do occur in the real world and are a part of the instrument rating …
Aviation Safety Session #29
In this episode I tell you about a learning experience that I had over the summer while flying into the Grand Canyon at night. The complexities of the real world are often hard to re create in train…
IFR procedures for VFR pilots - Episode 178
On this episode of TFP we cover how pilots might standardize their procedures across IFR and VFR flight operations. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Fly Your Best,
Jason