The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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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.
Location:
United States
Description:
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.
Language:
English
Episodes
The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast
2/13/2024
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
Duration:00:13:24
To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast
12/15/2023
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
Duration:00:23:34
Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast
11/29/2023
In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy!
Duration:00:36:03
Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast
11/5/2023
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
Duration:00:12:00
Check Your List - Aviation Podcast
10/29/2023
In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!
Duration:00:17:24
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
10/15/2023
In this podcast, we cover:
Please enjoy!
Jason
Duration:00:12:38
Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast
10/7/2023
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 much more.
Duration:00:23:28
TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
9/23/2023
Hello Aviators! In this episode, we discuss listener questions about:
Please enjoy!
Duration:00:08:59
Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast
9/15/2023
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. Please enjoy!
Duration:00:11:19
Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast
8/13/2023
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!
Duration:00:10:30
That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast
7/28/2023
The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!
Duration:00:10:06
The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast
7/24/2023
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!
Duration:00:20:59
UPWIND? or DEPARTURE? - Turns out it's BOTH! - Aviation Podcast
6/19/2023
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!
Duration:00:15:42
That's IMPOSSIBLE! A REAL ENGINE FAILURE on Departure - Aviation Podcast
5/31/2023
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
Duration:00:21:11
Talkin' With Bryan Weathers - ATC / Pilot
5/14/2023
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!
Duration:00:21:58
The "Im" possible Turn - Aviation Podcast
4/25/2023
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
Duration:00:18:27
On Glideslope and In The Trees?! - Aviation Podcast
4/10/2023
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
Duration:00:14:34
Having FUN in the SUN Again - Aviation Podcast
3/31/2023
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!
Duration:00:17:43
Did YOU Know This? - Aviation Podcast
3/21/2023
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
Duration:00:12:15
Good Instrument Training? - Aviation Podcast
3/7/2023
In this episode we discuss:
Please enjoy!
Duration:00:11:59