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. …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · May 19, 2026
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Apr 27, 2026
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
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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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Nov 25, 2025
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Oct 12, 2025
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Jul 20, 2025
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Apr 28, 2025
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Apr 18, 2025
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 …
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! …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Dec 20, 2024
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Aug 29, 2024
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, …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Aug 18, 2024
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Jul 17, 2024
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · May 15, 2024
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Feb 14, 2024
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
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Nov 29, 2023
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
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Oct 29, 2023
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Sep 23, 2023
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Sep 15, 2023
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 …
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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast · Aug 13, 2023
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!