Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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? Let's discuss on this episode of The Finer Points, Fly Your Best!
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Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/27/2025-05167/notice-of-intent-to-decommission-flight-service-remote-communications-outlets-rcos
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Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk.
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Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best!
info_outlineThe 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!