Jason Miller

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 pilots.

Author

Jason Miller

Category

Leisure

Podcast website

www.learnthefinerpoints.com

Latest episode

May 19, 2026

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Episodes

What a Drag - Aviation Podcast 19.09.2014

In the latest episode of The Finer Points Aviation Podcast, I'll explain induced drag and how to best discuss this topic on a flight test or flight review.  Fly Your Best! Jason

Learn Your Scales - Aviation Podcast 06.09.2014

In this aviation podcast we review the ins and outs of linear scaling of your CDI on the GPS when operating under IFR. Know your technology and Fly Your Best!

Mo' on Flows - Aviation Podcast 24.07.2014

On this episode of TFP we discuss a few tips that might make you a bit more efficient and bit more effective.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!   Fly Your Best, Jason

3 Tips For The G1000 - Aviation Podcast 03.07.2014

On this episode of TFP, pilots who fly with the G1000 glass cockpit system will get 3 tips to try out the next time they are in the airplane.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!   Fly Your Best, Jason

3 things you should NEVER do in an airplane - Aviation Podcast 19.06.2014

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

Isn't That Special - Part II - Aviation Podcast 03.06.2014

Nail your check ride ... on the first shot. In this aviation podcast we complete our discussion about the special emphasis areas on ALL check rides. Fly Your Best! Jason

Rope A Dope Under IFR - Aviation Podcast 23.05.2014

In todays environment more and more pilots are flying IFR direct via GPS. This means long straight cruise legs followed by extremely busy low altitude approaches. Its all too easy to let the airplane lull you into a sense of complacency. In this podcast we discuss how IFR flying is like the greatest fight of all time. Fly Your Best™!

War Stories - Aviation Podcast 30.04.2014

In this episode I'll tell you a story from the flight line last week where I lost 4 quarts of oil in 1.4 hours.  A near engine failure.  Fly Your Best!   Jason

I Got The Blues - Aviation Podcast 14.04.2014

At Sun and Fun 2014 I had the honor of interviewing Maj Mike Van Wyk, pilot of the Blue Angels C130 'Fat Albert'.  In this episode Mike tells us a bit about how the Blue Angels achieve a high level of excellence and what it takes to be a member of the team.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!    Fly Your Best, Jason

Isn't That Special? - Aviation Podcast 19.03.2014

In this episode we review those special emphasis areas from the PTS.  These are things the examiners are trained to look for ... make sure you've considered them.  Regardless of whether or not you have a flight review, check ride or Open Airplane checkout coming up ... a review of these items are like vitamins for the proficient pilot.   Fly Your Best! Jason

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast 01.03.2014

In this episode I'll share some feedback I received about the discussion with Mike Busch regarding whether or not to perform routine idle checks.   Fly Your Best, Jason

Lift Above The Noise - Aviation Podcast 19.02.2014

In this episode we review L/Dmax, Lift, Drag and some of the finer points of Aero dynamics. Please enjoy!   Fly Your Best, jason

Learn the 91.205 Jive - Aviation Podcast 23.01.2014

Learn a few acronyms to help you call up the equiptment required by 91.205 anytime you need to. Whether you are determining if you can fly in the face of failed items or preparing for a check ride this podcast will help.  Fly Your Best! Jason

Simple is Safe - Aviation Podcast 15.01.2014

Learn to remove the 'noise' from your flying.  Simple is safe.  Some thoughts on that this week on TFP.  Please enjoy !

Zero Sum Game - Aviation Podcast 09.01.2014

It started as a normal VFR flight and ended in multiple approaches at an airport where the weather was 0/0.  Please enjoy The Finer Points! Happy New Year Aviators! Fly Your Best! Jason

What Do You Know? - Aviation Podcast 01.11.2013

In this podcast we talk with Howard Donner about some of the issues he is encouternering while training primary students the very basic skills.  A great dialogue that will help any pilot consider the finer points of landing.  Please enjoy TFP!

Talkin' With Greg Brown - Aviation Podcast 17.10.2013

Winner of the 2013 AOPA Let's Go Flying Award, Greg Brown, in a classic TFP interview. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

Out of the Box - Aviation Podcast 28.09.2013

In this episode we review HIWAS, FSS Freqeuncies, Flight Watch, TWEB and more.  Please enjoy TFP. Fly Your Best, Jason

Pitch, Power, Period. - Aviation Podcast 15.08.2013

A student on Facebook asked what the heck instructors mean when they say, "Pitch plus Power equals performance".  In this episode I do my best to explain ... Please enjoy TFP!

Talkin' With .... me - Aviation Podcast 31.07.2013

In this episode Howard Donner interviews me about some of the concepts introduced in my ibook, "Setting the Standard".  Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Get Greasy - Aviation Podcast 23.07.2013

In this episode I will pass along a training technique for the cockpit that will help you and your CFI perfect your stick and rudder skills.  Fly Your Best! Jason

It Takes Time and Money, Honey - Aviation Podcast 18.07.2013

Some practical tips on how to save $$ in training.  Fly Your Best! Jason

Own It - Part I - Aviation Podcast 01.07.2013

A few tips if you're considering purchasing an airplane ...

Instrument Flying Tips - Aviation Podcast 26.06.2013

In this episode you will ride along on an Instrument flying lesson to learn some tips on how to stay ahead of the airplane.  Fly Your Best!  Jason

Presidential TFRs and Straight In Approaches - Aviation Podcast 17.06.2013

In this flight training podcast mail call I answer questions about presidential TFRs and long straight in approaches.  Fly Your Best! Jason

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