The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

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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...
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Failed Electrical Systems CAN Destroy Engines?! - Aviation Podcast

Jul 20th, 2025 3:08 PM

This is important information for anybody who flies an aircraft with a Continental Engine. Fly Your Best!

Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast

May 5th, 2025 3:36 PM

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

The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - Aviation Podcast

Apr 28th, 2025 6:36 PM

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!

Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast

Apr 18th, 2025 11:30 AM

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

Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast

Apr 9th, 2025 11:50 AM

What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk. 

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