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
Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, we cover A LOT. We're coming live from TFP Office Hours which happen every Friday at 12pm Pacific via Zoom. In this session, we covered:
Pop Up IFR
Practice Approaches
VFR Flight Pla…
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
Hello Aviators! In this episode, we discuss listener questions about:
- logging time as a safety pilot
- why AOA is "not" taught more
- should you hold student solos to ACS standards
- why might an approa…
Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast
The last in the series on the laws of learning this podcast will help you understand why it's important to stay current to stay proficient. Also, our special guest Rich Rafferty discusses how he appr…
Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, we continue the series on the laws of learning. I will tell you a horror story about the law of readiness -- if you're not ready, you're not ready. Please enjoy!
That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast
The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!
The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast
The first in our Laws of Learning series in which we discuss the Law of Primacy. The most important of all the laws. Hear real-world examples of these learning laws affect (and have affected) you. Fl…
UPWIND? or DEPARTURE? - Turns out it's BOTH! - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast we review the NEW guidance from the FAA in AC 90-66C which clearly describes whether or not the first leg of the traffic pattern is the "upwind" or "departure leg". Please enjoy The F…
That's IMPOSSIBLE! A REAL ENGINE FAILURE on Departure - Aviation Podcast
Let's talk with former Harrier pilot, Pinto, about a recent engine failure he had at 300' AGL on departure. He was forced to execute an impossible turn ... with a successful outcome! Please enjoy The…
Talkin' With Bryan Weathers - ATC / Pilot
Bryan Weathers has been an Air Traffic Controller for more than 13 years in over 5 different countries. He is also a photographer, author, and a pilot! Please join us as Bryan brings his unique exper…
The "Im" possible Turn - Aviation Podcast
Let's continue the conversation about whether or not you can/should try to turn back to the airport in the event of an engine failure. Fly Your Best!
Jason
On Glideslope and In The Trees?! - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, we continue to explore some of the nuances of approaches with vertical guidance and learn some pretty shocking things!
Special guest: Tim Morgan, CFII
Please enjoy!
Jason
Having FUN in the SUN Again - Aviation Podcast
On this podcast we discuss:
The Sun and Fun airshow! What it's like and how to best plan for it. Also, we continue the IFR conversation about approaches with vertical guidance.
Enjoy!
Did YOU Know This? - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast we discuss:
-why the EGT rises when you select one mag
-what is a "precision" approach anymore?
Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Fly Your Best,
Jason
Good Instrument Training? - Aviation Podcast
In this episode we discuss:
- What Makes a Good CFII?
- Good Instrument Training?
- How to Best Use Simulators
Please enjoy!
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
In this episode, I answer listener questions on:
- Why do pilots tend to land left of the centerline?
- How to defuel an aircraft safely
Please enjoy!
READY For An Instrument Checkride? - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, I address how you know when you're ready for an Instrument check ride. We go over what you should be feeling going in and how you should cope with the ride itself. Please enjoy!
Your FIRST 25 Hours - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, we review the importance of learning things correctly the first time and what it takes to change this if your CFI didn't cover it in your basic training. This is what I'd focus on in…
The Box Canyon Turn Continues - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Howard Donner to dig into some of the finer points I was unable to hit on the latest YouTube video about Box Canyon Turns. Please enjoy and Fly Your Best!
Talk with ATC and ME - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, I'm joined by RH from the Opposing Bases podcast. We take listener questions and do a "lightning round" of ATC annoyances. Please enjoy!
The Youngest YouTuber I Know - Aviation Podcast
In this podcast, I talk with Carson Wagner, a 13-year old student pilot and the youngest YouTuber I know - as the host of "George Has The Wheel." Check out this kid! Way ahead of the game. http://pod…