Avoid The Common Errors - Aviation Podcast #123

Avoid The Common Errors - Aviation Podcast #123

Author: Jason Miller June 27, 2008 Duration: 7:05
This week we review maneuvering speed and the effect the wind has on the airplane. Avoid common mistakes on your private pilot check ride and learn some tips on how to succeed. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 414

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Standard Operating Procedures - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:10
This podcast answer three listener questions including a full list of standard procedures I teach students from the parking place to the practice area and back. I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over w…
Using Simulators In Training - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:20
In this podcast I answer two listener questions from Instagram and also provide suggestions on how to best use simulators in flight training. I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2019. Stay t…
2 Things ALL Pilots Should Know - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:00
In this episode I answer two listener questions about TRACON while navigating VFR ... and ... bring you an excerpt from my recent talk at Sun and Fun called, "Ten Things All Pilots Should Know". For the complete talk ple…
Mail Call - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:19
In this episode I give you 3 tips to try on your next flight and discuss whether or not it's appropriate / effective to train in a complex aircraft for your Private. Please enjoy The Finer Points!
Common Mistakes in Border Crossings - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:58
On this episode, we talk with Canadian Air Traffic Controller, Ryan Van Haren, to learn some of the common mistakes made by US pilots crossing the border to the north. Learn tips that apply to all border crossings and ho…
5 Tips for Working in Crosswinds - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:09
In this episode, I answer questions from listeners on: 1. Things pilots can work on outside the airplane 2. How CFIs can stay passionate We also talk with Harry from the UK about some differences between the FAA and EASA…
Over the Hawthorne and Through the Bravo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:36
This podcast answers some listener questions on flying in IMC and when to use additional CFIs and also includes additional info on how to fly the Special Flight Rules Area through the LAX class B airspace. This podcast c…
Lessons From The Titanic - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:48
In this podcast I will answer some listener questions and read a piece I wrote that carries forward lessons that can be learned from the R.M.S Titanic. Yes, the steamship that sank over 100 years ago. What could this pos…
Stalling In A Turn - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:48
In this podcast we talk with the spin doctor, Rich Stowell, about the nature of stalling in a turn. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the…
Flying Freaks Me Out - Aviation Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:55
I recently received a letter from a listener saying that lately flying has been freaking him out. He does everything right and still can't shake the feeling like something terrible is going to happen. In this podcast we…