The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

Started in 2005, The Finer Points is a educational aviation podcast that blends tips from Jason Miller, one of San Francisco's leading Certified Flight Instructors with contemporary music. Charming and informative, these podcasts deliver all sorts of CFI wisdom.

Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast 02/25/2025

Shockingly Hot - 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/35422445

Flying Out Of The Spin - Aviation Podcast 12/20/2024

Flying Out Of The Spin - Aviation Podcast On a recent CFI Club call, I was asked about how I teach spins. This is what I said ... Fly Your Best! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/34557010

Just Dry This - Aviation Podcast 11/17/2024

Just Dry This - Aviation Podcast THIS is how you save time and money in training. Become a safer, more confident pilot. Fly Your Best! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/33959612

When It All Goes Down - Aviation Podcast 10/13/2024

When It All Goes Down - 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/33436967

Talkin' With Nick Wegner - Aviation Podcast 08/29/2024

Talkin' With Nick Wegner - 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/32794167

Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast 08/18/2024

Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/32627062

JP Schulze "The Point Of No Return" - Aviation Podcast 07/28/2024

JP Schulze "The Point Of No Return" - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/32320932

When Are You Ready To Go Pro? - Aviation Podcast 07/17/2024

When Are You Ready To Go Pro? - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/32181587

Turn And Face The Changes - Aviation Podcast 05/15/2024

Turn And Face The Changes - Aviation Podcast This podcast discusses the upcoming changes to many of the ACS. Special guest, John Ewing is an author, CFI, and former DPE join us as we discuss some of these changes that will impact us all. Fly Your Best! Jason /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/31329182

The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast 02/14/2024

The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/29944183

To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast 12/15/2023

To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/29104688

Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast 11/29/2023

Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28844503

Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast 11/05/2023

Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28519559

Check Your List - Aviation Podcast 10/29/2023

Check Your List - Aviation Podcast In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28452875

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 10/15/2023

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28322072

Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast 10/07/2023

Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast 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. /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28253324

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 09/23/2023

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28122092

Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast 09/15/2023

Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/28049571

Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast 08/13/2023

Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/27738687

That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast 07/28/2023

That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/27593307

The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast 07/24/2023

The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/27548580

UPWIND? or DEPARTURE? - Turns out it's BOTH! - Aviation Podcast 06/19/2023

UPWIND? or DEPARTURE? - Turns out it's BOTH! - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/27197493

That's IMPOSSIBLE! A REAL ENGINE FAILURE on Departure - Aviation Podcast 05/31/2023

That's IMPOSSIBLE! A REAL ENGINE FAILURE on Departure - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/27000183

Talkin' With Bryan Weathers - ATC / Pilot 05/15/2023

Talkin' With Bryan Weathers - ATC / Pilot 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26836065

The "Im" possible Turn - Aviation Podcast 04/25/2023

The "Im" possible Turn - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26649300

On Glideslope and In The Trees?! - Aviation Podcast 04/10/2023

On Glideslope and In The Trees?! - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26501289

Having FUN in the SUN Again - Aviation Podcast 03/31/2023

Having FUN in the SUN Again - Aviation Podcast 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! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26408718

Did YOU Know This? - Aviation Podcast 03/21/2023

Did YOU Know This? - Aviation Podcast 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 /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26296329

Good Instrument Training? - Aviation Podcast 03/07/2023

Good Instrument Training? - Aviation Podcast In this episode we discuss: What Makes a Good CFII? Good Instrument Training? How to Best Use Simulators Please enjoy! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/26156772

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 02/07/2023

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast In this episode, I answer listener questions on: Why do pilots tend to land left of the centerline? How to defuel an aircraft safely Please enjoy! /episode/index/show/tfpaviation/id/25861548

The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

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