The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

par Jason Miller

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.

Épisodes

  • Safety is a Mindset - Aviation Podcast

    19 mai 2026 · 56 min

    If you didn't know, the answers to aviation safety are already out there. The path has been paved by pilots who learned the lessons—sometimes the hard way. If you want to stay off the Blancolirio channel, you don't need to guess. You need to pay attention, study the patterns, and follow the…

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  • What TRULY Happens Inside Of A Hot MOA? - Aviation Podcast

    27 avr. 2026 · 53 min

    In this episode we hear from a former Air Traffic Controler and a Former Military Pilot about truly happens inside of a hot Military Operations Area (MOA) and on Military Training Routes. Fly Your Best!

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  • MOAs, MTRs, and Interceptions, OH MY - Aviation Podcast

    13 févr. 2026

    You can legally fly through an active military operations area. That's true. But should you? Let's talk.

  • Understanding Turns and Turning Stalls - Aviation Podcast

    20 janv. 2026 · 10 min

    In this podcast we review the aerodynamics of the turn. Learn to differentiate what's important and what's not. We also discuss turning stalls. Please enjoy!

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  • What They Didn't Tell You - Aviation Podcast

    25 nov. 2025 · 11 min

    In this episode we discuss how to find the local procedures before you arrive at a new airport. Fly Your Best!

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  • How Can I Get Better? - Aviation Podcast

    28 oct. 2025 · 9 min

    Many people think that getting a commercial certificate after their instrument rating is the logical next step. Not necessarily. If you are not going to fly professionally there are many other ways to get good. Fly Your Best!

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  • You Should Know This About Aerodynamics - Aviation Podcast

    12 oct. 2025 · 11 min

    In this espisode we discuss how to understand Induced Drag and Ground Effect as well as why Maneuvering Speed changes with weight. These are two aerodynamic concepts that are critical to understand and many pilots get wrong. Fly Your Best!

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  • Failed Electrical Systems CAN Destroy Engines?! - Aviation Podcast

    20 juil. 2025 · 27 min

    This is important information for anybody who flies an aircraft with a Continental Engine. Fly Your Best!

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  • Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast

    5 mai 2025 · 29 min

    Last week we had a fatal accident at KGOO. We have no information yet but I was planning to meet the pilot to begin instrument training and I think there are some valuable initial takeaways. Let's discuss them for the sake of learning. Fly Your Best! Jason

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  • The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - Aviation Podcast

    28 avr. 2025 · 40 min

    In this podcast we talk about the 70/50 rule for determining takeoff performance. The rule says, "if I don't have 70% of the required speed by the halfway point of the runway, I should abort the takeoff". Is this a myth? Does it hold true? If you do have the speed, does it mean you should go?…

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  • Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast

    18 avr. 2025 · 19 min

    The FAA is proposing the removal of all Remote Communications Outlets in the lower 48. These RCOs are the only way to establish search and rescue in flight when you don't have a cellular signal. This would be a HUGE mistake. Please leave a public comment at the Federal Register using this link:…

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  • Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast

    9 avr. 2025 · 16 min

    What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk.

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  • Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast

    25 févr. 2025 · 13 min

    In this podcast, we talk with legendary mechanic and founder of Savvy Aviation, Mike Busch. Mike explains how shock cooling is not really a thing but we should all be concerned about shock heating! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

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  • Flying Out Of The Spin - Aviation Podcast

    20 déc. 2024 · 11 min

    On a recent CFI Club call, I was asked about how I teach spins. This is what I said ... Fly Your Best!

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  • Just Dry This - Aviation Podcast

    17 nov. 2024 · 10 min

    THIS is how you save time and money in training. Become a safer, more confident pilot. Fly Your Best!

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  • When It All Goes Down - Aviation Podcast

    13 oct. 2024 · 1 h 02

    On our recent Canyons of the Southwest Airplane Camp trip, one aircraft experienced an engine failure and had to execute a forced landing. In this podcast, we talk to both pilots and discuss what we learned. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

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  • Talkin' With Nick Wegner - Aviation Podcast

    29 août 2024 · 25 min

    In this podcast, we talk with Nick Wegner, one of the founders of Flight Schedule Pro. Nick and his team have announced a major effort to streamline the way flight training works for Schools, CFIs, and the pilots that fly there. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

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  • Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast

    18 août 2024 · 13 min

    In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best!

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  • JP Schulze "The Point Of No Return" - Aviation Podcast

    28 juil. 2024 · 35 min

    At Oshksoh 2024 I had a chance to catch up with JP Shulze to discuss his adventures. Live from the AOPA Lounge, here is the podcast as we recorded it yesterday. See y'all at #OSH25!

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  • When Are You Ready To Go Pro? - Aviation Podcast

    17 juil. 2024 · 10 min

    In this podcast, we discuss the Commercial certificate. What are the real goals here and how do we put Commercial applicants ahead of the game and make them ready for the professional environment? Fly Your Best!

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