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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.

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Understanding Turns and Turning Stalls - Aviation Podcast

2026/01/20

In this podcast we review the aerodynamics of the turn. Learn to differentiate what's important and what's not. We also discuss turning stalls. Please enjoy!

What They Didn't Tell You - Aviation Podcast

2025/11/25

In this episode we discuss how to find the local procedures before you arrive at a new airport. Fly Your Best!

How Can I Get Better? - Aviation Podcast

2025/10/28

Many people think that getting a commercial certificate after their instrument rating is the logical next step. Not necessarily. If you are not going to fly professionally there are many other ways to get good. Fly Your Best!

You Should Know This About Aerodynamics - Aviation Podcast

2025/10/12

In this espisode we discuss how to understand Induced Drag and Ground Effect as well as why Maneuvering Speed changes with weight. These are two aerodynamic concepts that are critical to understand and many pilots get wrong. Fly Your Best!

Failed Electrical Systems CAN Destroy Engines?! - Aviation Podcast

2025/07/20

This is important information for anybody who flies an aircraft with a Continental Engine. Fly Your Best!

Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast

2025/05/05

Last week we had a fatal accident at KGOO. We have no information yet but I was planning to meet the pilot to begin instrument training and I think there are some valuable initial takeaways. Let's discuss them for the sake of learning. Fly Your Best! Jason

The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - Aviation Podcast

2025/04/28

In this podcast we talk about the 70/50 rule for determining takeoff performance. The rule says, "if I don't have 70% of the required speed by the halfway point of the runway, I should abort the takeoff". Is this a myth? Does it hold true? If you do have the speed, does it mean you should go? Let's discuss on this episode of The Finer Points, Fly Your Best!

Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast

2025/04/18

The FAA is proposing the removal of all Remote Communications Outlets in the lower 48. These RCOs are the only way to establish search and rescue in flight when you don't have a cellular signal. This would be a HUGE mistake. Please leave a public comment at the Federal Register using this link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/27/2025-05167/notice-of-intent-to-decommission-flight-service-remote-communications-outlets-rcos

Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast

2025/04/09

What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk.

Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast

2025/02/25

In this podcast, we talk with legendary mechanic and founder of Savvy Aviation, Mike Busch. Mike explains how shock cooling is not really a thing but we should all be concerned about shock heating! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

Flying Out Of The Spin - Aviation Podcast

2024/12/20

On a recent CFI Club call, I was asked about how I teach spins. This is what I said ... Fly Your Best!

Just Dry This - Aviation Podcast

2024/11/17

THIS is how you save time and money in training. Become a safer, more confident pilot. Fly Your Best!

When It All Goes Down - Aviation Podcast

2024/10/13

On our recent Canyons of the Southwest Airplane Camp trip, one aircraft experienced an engine failure and had to execute a forced landing. In this podcast, we talk to both pilots and discuss what we learned. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

Talkin' With Nick Wegner - Aviation Podcast

2024/08/29

In this podcast, we talk with Nick Wegner, one of the founders of Flight Schedule Pro. Nick and his team have announced a major effort to streamline the way flight training works for Schools, CFIs, and the pilots that fly there. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast

2024/08/18

In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best!

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4.7 out of 5

371 reviews

★★★★★

beau.harper 2022/07/13

Best aviation podcast

Jason is a top notch CFI with an encyclopedic knowledge of of the “finer points” of aviation. A true teacher who enjoys sharing knowledge and making p...

★★☆☆☆

Rmgreenesq 2024/05/16

Not a lot of actual aviation content here

The vast majority of the time (10 to 12 minutes of a 15 minute episode) of this podcast is spent advertising. The podcast contains multiple plugs for...

★★★★★

AV8N Cheatham 2021/11/23

The Finer Points Indeed

I have now listened to all of the Finer Point’s podcasts. I find Jason’s podcast to be fun & entertaining, but more importantly, to be very informativ...

★★★★★

lmmurk 2021/10/20

Great podcast

Informative and entertaining

★★★★★

Philsterdude 2021/06/25

Wonderful

I binge listen to back episodes before any check ride or BFR. Love it

★★☆☆☆

hamis53 2021/09/02

Unhelpful, uninteresting approach to potentially great content

Mostly an add heavy teaser for paid content, host comes across as arrogant as if his “finer” approach is superior to all others. Interesting topics ha...

★★★★★

Fly guy237 2021/03/30

Spot on!

The episode on landing on a road was spot on. Jason nailed the importance of good decision making with consideration for all lives, those in the plane...

★★★★★

av8er_MT 2021/02/23

The best!

Feeding the flying bug with Jason’s knowledge! Great podcast 5 stars all the way!

★★★★★

pilot_emily 2020/11/06

Quality information and engaging topics

Jason does a fantastic job of honing in on important GA topics. I’m trying to listen to at least one a day to stay sharp on my knowledge, especially a...

★★★★☆

Nima Jones 2021/02/21

The best aviation podcast

Four stars only because of the audio quality and editing at times. Otherwise, the best aviation podcast around.

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