The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
Jason Miller • Education, Leisure, Aviation
Jason Miller • Education, Leisure, Aviation
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
Jason Miller • Education, Leisure, Aviation
Jason Miller • Education, Leisure, Aviation

About

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.

Episodes

  • The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast
    Apart from gusts, once the airplane leaves the ground it knows no wind. Agree? Let's discuss on this episode of TFP! Fly Your Best, Jason
  • To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast
    In this episode, we join another Office Hours discussion on whether or not to become a CFI, how to make great lesson plans, and more! Please enjoy! Jason
  • Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast
    In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy!
  • Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast
    In this podcast, we answer a few listener questions and drop in with this week's Office Hours to discuss the practical application of lesson plans. Fly Your Best! Jason
  • Check Your List - Aviation Podcast
    In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!
  • TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
    In this podcast, we cover: How to best transition from High Wing to Low Wing How to best approach CFI Training 2 Year CFI -- How to best train other CFIs Please enjoy! Jason
  • 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 Plans IFR Flight Plans Search and Rescue ... and...
  • 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 approach not be authorized at night? Please enjoy!
  • 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 approaches being a CFI on his way to the airlines....
  • 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. Fly Your Best!
  • 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 Finer Points!
  • 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 Finer Points! Jason
  • 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 experience to The Finer Points. Fly Your Best!
  • 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!