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!

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!

Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast

The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!

The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!

That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast

The first in our Laws of Learning series in which we discuss the Law of Primacy. The most important of all the laws. Hear real-world examples of these learning laws affect (and have affected) you. Fly Your Best!

The first in our Laws of Learning series in which we discuss the Law of Primacy. The most important of all the laws. Hear real-world examples of these learning laws affect (and have affected) you. Fly Your Best!

The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we review the NEW guidance from the FAA in AC 90-66C which clearly describes whether or not the first leg of the traffic pattern is the "upwind" or "departure leg". Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this podcast we review the NEW guidance from the FAA in AC 90-66C which clearly describes whether or not the first leg of the traffic pattern is the "upwind" or "departure leg". Please enjoy The Finer Points!

UPWIND? or DEPARTURE? - Turns out it's BOTH! - Aviation Podcast

Let's talk with former Harrier pilot, Pinto, about a recent engine failure he had at 300' AGL on departure. He was forced to execute an impossible turn ... with a successful outcome! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

Let's talk with former Harrier pilot, Pinto, about a recent engine failure he had at 300' AGL on departure. He was forced to execute an impossible turn ... with a successful outcome! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

That's IMPOSSIBLE! A REAL ENGINE FAILURE on Departure - Aviation Podcast

Bryan Weathers has been an Air Traffic Controller for more than 13 years in over 5 different countries. He is also a photographer, author, and a pilot! Please join us as Bryan brings his unique experience to The Finer Points. Fly Your Best!

Bryan Weathers has been an Air Traffic Controller for more than 13 years in over 5 different countries. He is also a photographer, author, and a pilot! Please join us as Bryan brings his unique experience to The Finer Points. Fly Your Best!

Talkin' With Bryan Weathers - ATC / Pilot

Let's continue the conversation about whether or not you can/should try to turn back to the airport in the event of an engine failure. Fly Your Best! Jason

Let's continue the conversation about whether or not you can/should try to turn back to the airport in the event of an engine failure. Fly Your Best! Jason

The "Im" possible Turn - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast, we continue to explore some of the nuances of approaches with vertical guidance and learn some pretty shocking things!  Special guest: Tim Morgan, CFII Please enjoy! Jason

In this podcast, we continue to explore some of the nuances of approaches with vertical guidance and learn some pretty shocking things!  Special guest: Tim Morgan, CFII Please enjoy! Jason

On Glideslope and In The Trees?! - Aviation Podcast

On this podcast we discuss: The Sun and Fun airshow! What it's like and how to best plan for it. Also, we continue the IFR conversation about approaches with vertical guidance. Enjoy!

On this podcast we discuss: The Sun and Fun airshow! What it's like and how to best plan for it. Also, we continue the IFR conversation about approaches with vertical guidance. Enjoy!

Having FUN in the SUN Again - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast we discuss: -why the EGT rises when you select one mag -what is a "precision" approach anymore? Please enjoy The Finer Points!  Fly Your Best, Jason

In this podcast we discuss: -why the EGT rises when you select one mag -what is a "precision" approach anymore? Please enjoy The Finer Points!  Fly Your Best, Jason

Did YOU Know This? - Aviation Podcast

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.

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The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

Whether you are flying for fun or enrolled in flight training, this weeks lecture will give you a procedure to be sure you have checked everything during taxi. Take notes and use these call outs to enhance your flying safety.

Whether you are flying for fun or enrolled in flight training, this weeks lecture will give you a procedure to be sure you have checked everything during taxi. Take notes and use these call outs to enhance your flying safety.

Crazy Drunk Drivers - Aviation Podcast #9

This week I'm going to give you a flying procedure that will help you capture and hold altitude when leveling off from a climb. We're going to talk about how the trim tab works and why pitch, trim, and then power is the desired order of operations.

This week I'm going to give you a flying procedure that will help you capture and hold altitude when leveling off from a climb. We're going to talk about how the trim tab works and why pitch, trim, and then power is the desired order of operations.

Level Headed - Aviation Podcast  #11

Hi friends ... Happy Thanksgiving! This year I am thankful for so many things! My beautiful fiance, Jessica, has a turkey in the oven and we are with some of our closest loves. I hope you are having a wonderful, blessed day....But when you're done with dessert get your pen out and take notes because we're going to work this week on The Finer Points. In this episode I speak to the point of using call-outs in your flying. Give yourself procedures that will make your flying safer.

Hi friends ... Happy Thanksgiving! This year I am thankful for so many things! My beautiful fiance, Jessica, has a turkey in the oven and we are with some of our closest loves. I hope you are having a wonderful, blessed day....But when you're done with dessert get your pen out and take notes because we're going to work this week on The Finer Points. In this episode I speak to the point of using call-outs in your flying. Give yourself procedures that will make your flying safer.

For Callin' Out Loud - Aviation Podcast #7

In this podcast, we talk with a few experts to get ideas on how we might influence the safety mindset of pilots who feel invulnerable to danger. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this podcast, we talk with a few experts to get ideas on how we might influence the safety mindset of pilots who feel invulnerable to danger. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

Invulnerable to Danger Part II - Aviation Podcast

Have you ever failed a checkride?  Got Pink?  This week on TFP we visit with our friend Lou Fields, a designated pilot examiner for more than 30 years.  Lou tells us some of the things to avoid when preparing for a checkride.  Also, listen to excerpts from The High Airwork CD as I throw in some of my own suggestions.  Enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Have you ever failed a checkride? Got Pink? This week on TFP we visit with our friend Lou Fields, a designated pilot examiner for more than 30 years. Lou tells us some of the things to avoid when preparing for a checkride. Also, listen to excerpts from The High Airwork CD as I throw in some of my own suggestions. Enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

When It All Goes Pink - Aviation Podcast #46

This podcast will help you differentiate the good from the bad during landing analysis.  Learn how to divide the landing into five specific segments. Enjoy The Finer Points!Until Next Time,Fly Your Best.

Analyzing Landings - Aviation Podcast #53

This week we listen to  in-flight audio of an F-16 intercept and discuss the importance of receiving weather briefings before every flight.  Review the different types of briefings and listen to a discussion about the importance of talking to an FSS.  Fly Your Best, Jason Visit Clarity Aloft at clarityaloft.com

This week we listen to in-flight audio of an F-16 intercept and discuss the importance of receiving weather briefings before every flight. Review the different types of briefings and listen to a discussion about the importance of talking to an FSS. Fly Your Best, Jason Visit Clarity Aloft at <a href="http://www.clarityaloft.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">clarityaloft.com</a>

Weather or Not, You Call - Aviation Podcast #48

Mountain Flying Expert Sparky Imeson joins me this week for a discussion about some of the general principles of back country flying.  This podcast is a good compliment to Episode 28 and Safety Session 6.  Check out Sparky's website here www.mountainflying.comUntil next week .... Fly Your Best!

Mountain Flying Expert Sparky Imeson joins me this week for a discussion about some of the general principles of back country flying. This podcast is a good compliment to Episode 28 and Safety Session 6. Check out Sparky's website here <a href="http://www.mountainflying.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mountainflying.com</a> Until next week .... Fly Your Best!

Sparky On The Spot - Aviation Podcast #45

This week on TFP we cover the basics of High and Low pressure systems.  Review your weather theory this week on The Finer Points!  Fly Your Best,Jason

This week on TFP we cover the basics of High and Low pressure systems. Review your weather theory this week on The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Weather 101 - Aviation Podcast #147

VFR Diversions are a skill every pilot should have down cold.  This week on The Finer Points you will learn the order of operations required for a successful diversion.  Practice this procedure before you ever go to the airport and save time and money.  Enjoy The Finer Points!

A Version Of Diversion - Aviation Podcast #44

Learn a procedure for clearing airspace that will help ensure you do it.  Every time! Sometimes the secret to dilligence is having a procedure that never changes.  Adopt this procedure for clearing turns and do it the same way every time.  Thanks for listening and enjoy The Finer Points.  Fly Your Best, Jason

Learn a procedure for clearing airspace that will help ensure you do it. Every time! Sometimes the secret to dilligence is having a procedure that never changes. Adopt this procedure for clearing turns and do it the same way every time. Thanks for listening and enjoy The Finer Points. Fly Your Best, Jason

It's Severe Not To Clear - Aviation Podcast #47

Review the TSA requirements to begin training.  If you are a CFI, be sure that you and your students are in compliance.  The ASFP is doing a fantastic job at streamlining the process and can be found online at www.flightschoolcandidates.govAlso, I recently completed an online CFI renewal course with Gleim Publications and it was great!  Visit Gleim online at their website, www.gleim.comOneSixRight is on tour and coming to a theater near you!  Don't miss this beautiful movie.  You can find the dates and times at www.onesixright.comUntil next time ...Fly Your Best!Jason

Review the TSA requirements to begin training.  If you are a CFI, be sure that you and your students are in compliance.  The ASFP is doing a fantastic job at streamlining the process and can be found online at <a href="http://flightschoolcandidates.gov" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.flightschoolcandidates.gov</a>Also, I recently completed an online CFI renewal course with Gleim Publications and it was great!  Visit Gleim online at their website, <a href="http://gleim.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gleim.com</a>OneSixRight is on tour and coming to a theater near you!  Don't miss this beautiful movie.  You can find the dates and times at <a href="http://onesixright.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.onesixright.com</a>Until next time ...Fly Your Best!Jason

How To Play With The TSA - Aviation Podcast #49

This month we review an accident that happened as a result of the pilot not performing weight and balance computations before takeoff.  Review the computation and graph method of determining whether or not you are operating within CG limits.  Also learn a weight shift formula for when your passengers ask you, "Is it ok if I put this bag in back?".  Enjoy The Finer Points.Jason

Aviation Safety Session #12

In this podcast we review some basic distinctions regarding VSpeeds and have a visit from ForeFlight co-founder, Tyson Weihs.  Happy Holidays!Fly Your Best,Jason

VSpeeds Revisited - Aviation Podcast #146

In This episode of The Finer Points I unravel the mystery of the stall / spin accidents that have occurred during the base leg as the pilot turns onto the final approach. Don't make the same mistakes hundreds of others have made. Enhance your flight training by listening to this lecture.

In This episode of The Finer Points I unravel the mystery of the stall / spin accidents that have occurred during the base leg as the pilot turns onto the final approach. Don't make the same mistakes hundreds of others have made. Enhance your flight training by listening to this lecture.

The Final Base Turn - Aviation Podcast #3

In this flight training podcast you will learn 3 standard operating procedures for your flying that will make you a better and safer pilot. 3 things you should NEVER do in an airplane.  Please enjoy tfp and Fly Your Best!   Jason

In this flight training podcast you will learn 3 standard operating procedures for your flying that will make you a better and safer pilot. 3 things you should NEVER do in an airplane.  Please enjoy tfp and Fly Your Best! Jason

3 things you should NEVER do in an airplane - Aviation Podcast

Happy Thanksgiving Aviators!  It's a Mail Call this week on TFP.  I answer email questions on:-Using a GATS jar-Using an autopilot during IFR flight-Aviation gear for the beginning Pilot-Working while you trainAlso, there will be no Aviation Safety Session this month.Have a very happy holiday and until next time,Fly Your Best,Jason

Thanksgiving Day Mail Call - Aviation Podcast #57

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 conditions and tips for getting out if that proves impossible. Fly Your Best!

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 conditions and tips for getting out if that proves impossible. Fly Your Best!

Where You Don't Be Long - Aviation Podcast

Do you perform magneto grounding checks before shutting down your engine?  If so, what procedure do you use?  This week on The Finer Points we welcome special guest Justin Louw, former Navy mechanic and owner of Oakland Aircraft Maintenance.  Justin and I discuss the different procedures for confirming your magnetos are grounding properly.  Eleven Days to Oshkosh ... one month to my wedding ... life is good!  Enjoy The Finer Points!Fly Your Best,Jason

Do you perform magneto grounding checks before shutting down your engine? If so, what procedure do you use? This week on The Finer Points we welcome special guest Justin Louw, former Navy mechanic and owner of Oakland Aircraft Maintenance. Justin and I discuss the different procedures for confirming your magnetos are grounding properly. Eleven Days to Oshkosh ... one month to my wedding ... life is good! Enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Down With The Ground - Aviation Podcast #40

For over 100 years we've been trying to teach pilots some very basic concepts: * Fly the wing * Keep it coordinated * Manage the pull of the engine Yet loss of control is still the leading cause of fatal accidents. On this podcast look at this, discuss the dangers of inside rudder in a turn, and distill the skills required when it comes to the rudder. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

For over 100 years we've been trying to teach pilots some very basic concepts: * Fly the wing * Keep it coordinated * Manage the pull of the engine Yet loss of control is still the leading cause of fatal accidents. On this podcast look at this, discuss the dangers of inside rudder in a turn, and distill the skills required when it comes to the rudder. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

THREE THINGS About the Rudder - Aviation Podcast

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