Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
Release Date: 04/18/2025
What They Didn't Tell You - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
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
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!
info_outlineThe 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