The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast
Jason Miller
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.
Understanding Turns and Turning Stalls - Aviation Podcast
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!
Jan 20
9 min
What They Didn't Tell You - Aviation Podcast
In this episode we discuss how to find the local procedures before you arrive at a new airport. Fly Your Best!
Nov 25, 2025
10 min
How Can I Get Better? - 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!
Oct 28, 2025
8 min
You Should Know This About Aerodynamics - 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!
Oct 12, 2025
11 min
Failed Electrical Systems CAN Destroy Engines?! - Aviation Podcast
This is important information for anybody who flies an aircraft with a Continental Engine. Fly Your Best!
Jul 20, 2025
27 min
Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - 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
May 5, 2025
29 min
The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - 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!
Apr 28, 2025
40 min
Decommissioning Safety - 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
Apr 18, 2025
19 min
Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast
What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk. 
Apr 9, 2025
16 min
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
Feb 25, 2025
13 min
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