The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Turn And Face The Changes - Aviation Podcast May 15, 2024

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This podcast discusses the upcoming changes to many of the ACS. Special guest, John Ewing is an author, CFI, and former DPE join us as we discuss some of these changes that will impact us all.

Fly Your Best!

Jason

The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast Feb 14, 2024

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Apart from gusts, once the airplane leaves the ground it knows no wind. Agree? Let's discuss on this episode of TFP!

Fly Your Best,

Jason

To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast Dec 15, 2023

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In this episode, we join another Office Hours discussion on whether or not to become a CFI, how to make great lesson plans, and more! Please enjoy!

Jason

Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast Nov 29, 2023

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In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy!

Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast Nov 05, 2023

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In this podcast, we answer a few listener questions and drop in with this week's Office Hours to discuss the practical application of lesson plans.

Fly Your Best!

Jason

Check Your List - Aviation Podcast Oct 29, 2023

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In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast Oct 15, 2023

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In this podcast, we cover:

How to best transition from High Wing to Low Wing
How to best approach CFI Training
2 Year CFI -- How to best train other CFIs

Please enjoy!

Jason

Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast Oct 07, 2023

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In this podcast, we cover A LOT. We're coming live from TFP Office Hours which happen every Friday at 12pm Pacific via Zoom. In this session, we covered:

Pop Up IFR

Practice Approaches

VFR Flight Plans

IFR Flight Plans

Search and Rescue

... and much more.

TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast Sep 23, 2023

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Hello Aviators! In this episode, we discuss listener questions about:

logging time as a safety pilot
why AOA is "not" taught more
should you hold student solos to ACS standards
why might an approach not be authorized at night?

Please enjoy!

Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast Sep 15, 2023

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The last in the series on the laws of learning this podcast will help you understand why it's important to stay current to stay proficient. Also, our special guest Rich Rafferty discusses how he approaches being a CFI on his way to the airlines. Please enjoy!