The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

Author: Jason Miller Language: English Episodes: 414
For anyone who feels the pull of the sky, The Finer Points-Aviation Podcast offers a unique cockpit companion. Hosted by Jason Miller, an award-winning certified flight instructor, this isn't just about procedures; it's about cultivating a deeper, more intuitive understanding of flight itself. Launched back in 2005, this long-running podcast draws directly from Jason's two-decade journey to perfect the art of instruction, a craft recognized by the FAA which named him Western Pacific CFI of the Year. His ongoing role with the AOPA Air Safety Institute and his monthly columns for FLYING magazine ensure the discussions are both authoritative and immediately relevant to pilots at any level. Each episode feels like a focused hangar talk, where Jason breaks down complex aviation concepts into clear, actionable insights. You'll hear practical wisdom on everything from mastering crosswind landings and managing in-flight emergencies to refining the subtle nuances that separate a competent pilot from an exceptionally smooth one. The conversation is always grounded in real-world experience and a palpable passion for safer, more skilled flying. Tune in to transform routine practice into deliberate improvement, one finely detailed point at a time.
Episodes
A Review With A View - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:40
In this podcast we discuss tactics for excellent flight reviews. We use a recent flight review I did with Steve Thorne from the Flight Chops YouTube channel. Fly Your Best!
5 Tips to Save Money in Training - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:25
In this podcast I will give you 5 strategies that i used during my ATP training to save money and make the dual instruction as efficient and effective as possible. Fly Your Best! Jason
Where You Don't Be Long - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:47
On this episode of TFP we talk with ForeFlight weather scientist, Scott Denstaedt about icing. Scott is a former meteorologist, CFI, and active pilot who flies all over the U.S. We discuss strategies for avoiding icing c…
Missing The Beat - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:35
Here they come Aviators! The number of student pilots is way up and in this podcast we discuss some thoughts on how we might retain them.
Let Yourself Flow - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:37
An aviator on Facebook recently asked if we could publish a podcast that elaborates on our flow check procedure. This week on TFP it's all about Flows. Fly Your Best!™
Aviation Safety Session - Total Engine Failure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:24
In this episode we hear from a listener who experienced a total engine failure without sufficient altitude to make a runway. Thanks to Anthony for writing in! We all learn so much from his experience. Fly Your Best!™
Nailing Non Towered Communications [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:59
In this podcast we discuss the finer points of non towered radio calls. Learn what you can do to improve situational awareness and reduce the possibility of mid air collisions. Fly Your Best™