The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

In this podcast, we review a recent takeoff on which my airspeed failed to come alive. Let's learn together! Fly Your Best! Jason

In this podcast, we discuss power off approaches and long over water flights. Please enjoy!

In this episode, we are listening to real ATC audio of a questionable clearance and discussing how based on a story from my past, this may not be acceptable. Fly Your Best! Jason

In this podcast I answer two listener questions: - Should you use flaps during spot landings? - Why is coordination so hard? Please enjoy!

In this podcast we answer listener questions on the path to becoming a CFI and when it's appropriate to lean for climbs at altitude.

In this podcast podcast I am talking with aviator, Pete Zaccagnino. Pete has over 23,000 hours logged, is a Reno Air Racing champion, and has been featured on Discovery Channel's, "Dangerous Flights". Please enjoy! You can find more on Pete online at Park City Aviators—website (www.pcaviators.com)

If you think buying an airplane is in your future ... you've got to check this out. Please enjoy! Jason

In this podcast, we discuss to learning takeaways from yesterday's lessons and answer listener questions on - - Using Traffic Displays - Flying Commercial Maneuvers - Accelerated Training Please enjoy! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this podcast we talk with FAA designated pilot examiner, Christine Mortine, about her total engine failure in a Cessna 185. We can ALL learn from this story. Fly Your Best! Jason

In this episode we answer two listener questions: 1. Is it safe to deploy flaps in a turn? 2. How to best keep CFI debrief notes? Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this podcast, we talk about what's in my flight bag and how to be efficient and effective on a new airplane checkout! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

What if you are a HORRIBLE driver? Can you still be a good pilot? What if you have to fire your CFI? Will you hurt their feelings? On this mail call episode, I answer these questions in depth. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this episode, we wrap up our ongoing conversation about the best things to practice on your next flight. What do people get rusty on and what can be done about it? Find out! Please enjoy. Jason

In this episode we hear a really fun story about learning to fly. Please enjoy! Jason

I talk with one of my mentors, Mike Korklan. Mike is a master CFI still teaching in the San Francisco Bay Area and one of the most dedicated full-time flight instructors I know. Please enjoy!

We talk with FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, John Ewing, about some of the things that are causing applicants to fail instrument check rides. If you are a CFI, or have a check ride coming up ... listen to this and go pass your check ride. Fly Your Best!

In this podcast, we discuss the difficulties of teaching how human factors will play out in the event of an emergency. Fly Your Best!

In this podcast you'll learn how to save money in flight training and stay current on as few $$ as possible ... all you have to do now is believe it! Fly Your Best!

In this podcast I answer listener emails on: - Personal Minimums - The Use of Carb Heat - Instrument Callouts Enjoy!

In this podcast, we talk with Todd Cormier, a retired air traffic controller about some of the The Finer Points of dealing with ATC Fly Your Best! Jason

In this podcast I give you three mistakes to avoid and the tools to do it. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this podcast, we consider some of the essential skills required as part of a "pinch hitter" course for non-pilots. Please enjoy!

In this podcast, I will tell you a story about why EVERY flight comes with an alternate ... now. I can't believe the tower forgot such an important item! Fly Your Best! Jason

In this podcast we talk with Rafael Borrero, a member of the economic development board at North Perry airport where there have been a recent rash of fatal accidents. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this podcast we discuss a recent crash in Florida which killed a 4 year old boy on the ground, other similar accidents, and why a road should be your last option in the event of an engine failure. Fly Your Best! Jason

In this podcast we hear a true story about a catastrophic engine failure that happened to a CFI while on a lesson in a Mooney. Fly Your Best!

CFI's should be teaching DECIDE, IMSAFE, PAVE, and the 5P model used in scenarios. Here is how that works ... Fly Your Best!

In this podcast we cover some basics on: - establishing personal minimums - low level wind shear - flying through turbulence and much more! Please enjoy TFP!

In this podcast we talk with FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, John Ewing about some recent changes to the practical test and more. Please enjoy!

If you can avoid these three simple common errors made by IFR pilots, you'll be way ahead of the game.

In this podcast we talk with airline captain and CFI, Brian Schiff, about how to inspire people to become pilots. We also hear from an organization called, "Girls love to fly" about scholarships they offer to aspiring female aviators. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Jason

Robert Delaurentis has just recently completed a polar circumnavigation in a small airplane. Let's find out what he has to say about that! Fly Your Best, Jason

Dave Hirschmann from AOPA knows a lot about experimental aircraft, including who wins the RV they are giving away this month! In this podcast we discuss some of the benefits of leaving the factory fleet behind. Please enjoy!

In this podcast I answer two listener questions: - Should you pitch for speed and power for altitude? - Should you land with power? Please enjoy!

Who wants better landings!? Check it out and please enjoy! Fly Your Best, Jason

It's another mail call episode in which I answer 4 great questions. We cover the best way to build time, leaning during a climb, how to clear ice off an airplane, and the legality of practicing engine failures with passengers. Please enjoy The Finer Points!

In this episode I will share some ATC audio of a recent flight where I managed to negotiate with ATC to avoid icing conditions. Please enjoy the finer points!

This is a correction to the podcast "The Hardest NO-GO Decision I've Ever Made"

This excerpt from the exclusive Patron Hangout on Black Friday discusses the hardest no-go decision I've ever had to make. I hope you find something you can take away. Fly Your Best!

In this podcast, I tell AOPA Pilot Protection Services Attorney, Chad Mayer, about a time I broke the law and we answer listener questions. Please enjoy! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this episode, we talk to Dan Gryder about his AQP (Advanced Qualification Program). Please enjoy! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this podcast I answer two listener questions and we discuss the complications of night IFR and what makes a "good" pilot. Fly Your Best! Jason

In this episode we discuss Minimum Maneuvering Speed / Engine Failure on Upwind and a whole lot more! Please enjoy. Jason

In this episode we answer listener questions about how to stay confident in the airplane. All to often I see pilots achieve their pilot certificates and then lose confidence and, ultimately, stop flying. Let's address that and keep you in the air! Fly Your Best, Jason

IFR flight has a lot of nuance to remember and manage but if I had to distill the single most important mistake not to make, it might be this one. Check it out! Jason

In this podcast we talk about how to get better as a CFI or, if you are coming into training, how to find a good. Please enjoy!

In this podcast we discuss flying over water. This is a bit of a hole in many people's training. We discuss ditching and many other things. Please enjoy!

In this podcast I answer a listener question about how much I charge and how I think about billing students. This could be valuable for pilots and CFIs alike. Please enjoy!

In this podcast I give you 4 tips for checking out in a new make / model. Please enjoy!

As CFIs and students return to flying they will be forced to wear masks by the flight schools regardless of personal opinion. In this podcast we look at the options and talk to an aerosol scientist about the n95 mask. Fly Your Best!