The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

How about an unintentional spin in IMC! No thanks. This week, aviation lecturer, Fred Abrams shares his knowledge and experience with us in the latest TFP Safety Session. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we hear from ASA author, AOPA columnist and internationally renowned aviator, Barry Schiff on what makes a pilot great. Please enjoy The Finer Points. Fly Your Best, Jason

Sport Pilot certificate expert and ASA author, Paul Hamilton, joins us for a discussion about this exciting new training option. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week you'll hear an example of a PIREP being issued in flight. Review the importance of this essential communication line between aviators. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week, Max Trescott visits the TFP Base Camp for a discussion about the G1000, User Fees, and the future of GA. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we discuss the training and safety issues to consider when purchasing your first airplane. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this safety session we continue thinking about spatial disorientation and continued vfr into imc. Hear an actual accident report of an unfortunate pilot who got in over his head. We can learn from each others mistakes. Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we check in with Fred Abrams about continued VFR into IMC. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we head back into the discussion about whether or not a Private Pilot can LEGALLY hand control of the airplane to a non pilot passenger. Also, I will give you a tip that will help you keep things organized during high stress, high workload flights. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we go over some of the things you should always remember to do when you get to that very important part of your VFR landing procedure ... the base leg. Please enjoy TFP! Fly Your Best, Jason

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! This week we discuss VFR flight following, managing your radios on cross country flights and discuss maintaining visual separation while on an IFR flight plan. Enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Fred Abrams is a nationally known aviation lecturer, humorist, veteran instrument instructor, volunteer FAA Aviation Safety Counselor, and aviation technical writer. This week on TFP Fred gives us his unique insight into getting the most out of ATC. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week Sasa Pocek, developer of Aerobid.net, tells us a remarkable story of an encounter with a mad man at his local airport. This story is a reminder to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity at your field. Be safe ... and fly your best, Jason

This week we continue our discussion of Commercial flight maneuvers. Specifically, the Lazy Eight. Develop your understanding of the aerodynamic changes that occur as your airplane changes speed. Enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we discuss the commercial flight maneuver, 'The Chandelle'. Hear how commercial flight training can be valuable for any pilot. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we talk with veteran flight instructor and author of "Say Again, Please", Bob Gardner. This week on TFP, Bob gives us some tips on how to effectively communicate. His book, "Say Again, Please" is available at www.asa2fly.com Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week I will give you a procedure that will help you nail rate / airspeed decents during Instrument Flight. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week on TFP we discuss mid air collision avoidance. Hear actual ATC recordings of a mid air collision and get some suggestions on how to avoid other airplanes in flight. Enjoy TFP! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week on The Finer Points we continue our discussion of better and best glide speeds. Learn to make a Glide Polar for your aircraft this week on TFP. Please enjoy! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week we discuss the difference between your best glide speed (L/Dmax) and a speed slightly slower, minimum sink. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week on TFP we discuss Emergency Descents, a maneuver often under emphasized in flight training. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Tom Gilmore is an expert on using flight training devices to teach instrument skills. After more than 12,000 flight hours and 40 years in the flight training business, Tom Gilmore has published this knowledge in a book called, "Teaching Confidence In The Clouds". This week we chat with Tom about this topic and how it is covered in his book. You can find Tom's book online at http://www.asa2fly.com...

Former FAA examiner and Naval Aviator, Lou Fields, describes some harrowing experiences during his time flying jets. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

This week I address some of the details of the low altitude enroute chart, the difference between, OROCA and MORA ... and how MOCA fits in there.  Also, visit the TFP forums for a discussion on the use of 121.50 in search and rescue operations. Until next time, Fly Your Best! Jason

Learning how to give Pireps is a critical part of flying and is often overlooked in Flight Training. This week on TFP we review the procedure for giving Pireps in flight. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason Check out "The Aviation Video Podcast by On The Flight Line" in itunes and on youtube.