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
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast #177
In this episode we hear from a listener with some questions regarding Adverse Aileron Yaw. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Fly Your Best,
Jason
'Back Up Time' and the Benefits of the eLogbook
On this episode of tfp we are looking at upgrading to an electronic logbook, specifically LogTen Pro.
Fly Your Best.
Jason
After all those stalls - Aviation Podcast #175
On this episode of tfp we discuss common stall / spin scenarios that get pilots into trouble on both approach and departure. Please enjoy The Finer Points!!
Fly Your Best™
Jason
Learn 2 Survive, SOPs 2 stay alive - Aviation Podcast #174
On this episode of TFP we discuss standard operating procedures for general aviaiton pilots and how they might help keep you alive in the airplane.
Fly Your Best!
Jason
Adverse Aileron Yaw - Aviation Podcast #173
On this episode of tfp we look at the finer points of using rudder to compensate for adverse aileron yaw. A few practical tips to help you fly like a pro.
Fly Your Best!
Jason
Lift Induced Drag - Aviation Podcast Episode 172
On this episode of TFP we are taking a closer look at Induced Drag. You will learn how it works aerodynamically, how to discuss it and how it relates to ground effect.
Fly Your Best,
Jason
Train For The Test Too - Aviation Podcast #171
On this episode of TFP we discuss how to achieve excellence in training and successfully prepare for and pass your FAA check ride on the first attempt.
Fly Your Best!
Jason
The Maneuvering Speed Bleed - Aviation Podcast #170
On this episode of The Finer Points we discuss why maneuvering speed changes with weight. Fly Your Best!
Jason
VFR Flight Following and Flight Plans - Aviation Podcast #169
On this episode of The Finer Points we are discussing VFR radar services, or VFR flight following, and VFR flight plans. We will discuss who provides these services, the operating procedures and pro…
The 3 Big Hazards to VFR pilots - Aviation Podcast #168
Happy New Year Aviators! 2011 brings us a new season of audio podcasts and this week on TFP we're discussing the 3 big hazards to VFR pilots. We're here to help you have fun and stay safe! Please en…
Aviation Podcast #166 - Questions To The Max - Part II
Questions To The Max - Aviation Podcast #165
Don't Bank On Your Stall Speed - Aviation Podcast #164
Stall Speed often varies with bank angle. Understanding this variation will help us be safer pilots. This week on TFP we discuss load factor and how stall speed varies with bank angle. Fly Your Bes…
Review of the OSH Arrival - Aviation Podcast #163
Cross Winds Are Painless - Aviation Podcast #162
Un-Restricted - Aviation Podcast #161
Aviation Safety Session #28
Havin' Fun In The Sun III - Aviation Podcast #160
Aviation Safety Session #27