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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

Author: Jason Miller

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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.
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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
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
In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy!
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
In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!
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
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. 
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!
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!
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!
The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!
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!
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!
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
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!
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
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
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!
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
In this episode we discuss: What Makes a Good CFII? Good Instrument Training? How to Best Use Simulators Please enjoy!
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Frederick Sieber

I enjoyed you Accident Waiting to Happen podcast. There is so much unplanned maintenance needed in the aviation industry. My company has relied on Aerospheres, https://www.aerospheres.com/ for plenty of MRO. Safety at all times is paramount.

Nov 2nd
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SmartKnowl3dg3

Great podcast

Mar 9th
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