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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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Update frequency
every 16 days
Average duration
12 minutes
Episodes
408
Years Active
2005 - 2025
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5 Tips for Working in Crosswinds - Aviation Podcast

5 Tips for Working in Crosswinds - Aviation Podcast

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners on:

1. Things pilots can work on outside the airplane 2. How CFIs can stay passionate We also talk with Harry from the UK about some differences bet…

00:20:09  |   Sun 17 Feb 2019
Over the Hawthorne and Through the Bravo

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 air…

00:15:36  |   Sat 09 Feb 2019
Lessons From The Titanic - Aviation Podcast

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…

00:14:48  |   Sat 19 Jan 2019
Stalling In A Turn - Aviation Podcast

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 20…

00:15:48  |   Sat 15 Dec 2018
Flying Freaks Me Out - Aviation Podcast

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…

00:12:55  |   Fri 30 Nov 2018
Lost Radio? IFR!!? - Aviation Podcast

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 m…

00:13:46  |   Fri 09 Nov 2018
Mail Call - 4 Important Questions Answered

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.…

00:18:22  |   Fri 26 Oct 2018
3 Tips for Better Communication - Aviation Podcast

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 q…

00:13:21  |   Fri 12 Oct 2018
Engine OUT, Landing SHORT - Aviation Podcast

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 c…

00:13:21  |   Fri 31 Aug 2018
How To Crash An Airplane - Aviation Podcast

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 Atla…

00:19:42  |   Mon 07 May 2018
The Art Of Instruction - Aviation Podcast

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

00:20:02  |   Fri 20 Apr 2018
Accident Waiting To Happen - Aviation Podcast

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.

00:12:44  |   Fri 30 Mar 2018
Staying Found - Aviation Podcast

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, Ja…

00:18:59  |   Sat 20 Jan 2018
If A Tree Fell - Aviation Podcast

If A Tree Fell - Aviation Podcast

In this episode we discuss a specific tool you can use to think in front of the airplane. Fly Your Best! 

00:08:14  |   Sat 06 Jan 2018
Stay A Wake - The Atrophy of Vigilance

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

00:15:37  |   Sat 02 Dec 2017
Don't Get Upset - Aviation Podcast

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

00:10:45  |   Mon 06 Nov 2017
Horses Eat Grass - Aviation Podcast

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…

00:07:46  |   Thu 10 Aug 2017
Practice Approaches - Aviation Podcast

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

00:09:19  |   Sun 16 Jul 2017
Shear Terror - Aviation Podcast

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 …

00:15:06  |   Sat 10 Jun 2017
Wait A Minute - Aviation Podcast

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

00:14:37  |   Sat 01 Apr 2017
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