On this episode, we talk with Canadian Air Traffic Controller, Ryan Van Haren, to learn some of the common mistakes made by US pilots crossing the border to the north. Learn tips that apply to all border crossings and how to avoid making these same mistakes yourself! Fly Your Best, Jason I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over ...…

In this episode, I answer questions from listeners on: 1. Things pilots can work on outside the airplane 2. How CFIs can stay passionate We also talk with Harry from the UK about some differences between the FAA and EASA. Lastly, I'll give you 5 tips for working in crosswinds. Fly Your Best! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week ...…

This podcast answers some listener questions on flying in IMC and when to use additional CFIs and also includes additional info on how to fly the Special Flight Rules Area through the LAX class B airspace. This podcast covers how that process works. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in ...…

In this podcast I will answer some listener questions and read a piece I wrote that carries forward lessons that can be learned from the R.M.S Titanic. Yes, the steamship that sank over 100 years ago. What could this possibly have to do with aviation? Well, you'd be surprised. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming p ...…

In this podcast we talk with the spin doctor, Rich Stowell, about the nature of stalling in a turn. Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerp ...…

I recently received a letter from a listener saying that lately flying has been freaking him out. He does everything right and still can't shake the feeling like something terrible is going to happen. In this podcast we discuss what to do when flying starts to freak you out. You can emulate the professionals and build confidence through standar ...…

Big thanks to John Ewing, you can find john on Twitter @avimentor I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the updates and for more information on The Finer Points visit our website - https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/ Proudly Sponsored by ForeFlight. Download ForeFlight - ...…

In this podcast I answer 4 listener questions from Instagram and Facebook. 1. Tips for wing drops during the stall 2. Emergency Landing on Highways? 3. Staying current of getting back into flying 4. Relative Humidity on performance charts? Please enjoy The Finer Points! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Sta ...…

This podcast answer two listener questions: 1. In training - how much is "too much" iPad? 2. Will you please do a podcast on how to operate the radios in a more effective way? You, too, can send me questions on instagram @learntfp. Please enjoy! I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook p ...…

PIREPs are some of the most valuable weather information we can get as pilots. Forecasts are forecasts, METARs are surface condition, but PIREPS are in flight reports of weather that pilots are actually encountering. In this podcast we review how to contact Flight Service to issue a PIREP. A great review for all pilots! Fly Your Best, Jason I'v ...…

In this podcast I answer a listener question about if (and when) it's ever OK to skip your check list. This listener found a flight school that specifically AVOIDS the use of check lists during primary training and wanted some deeper insight into the validity of this technique. There is a video version of this podcast available at The Finer Poi ...…

In this podcast I talk with pilot, Tyler Duffy, who experienced a total engine failure on his second solo flight. Hear the actual ATC audio, listen to my conversation with Tyler, and learn what you can from this valuable experience. Fly Your Best, Jason I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Fa ...…

The questions answered in this podcast came from listeners on Instagram. We cover how to get ahead as a CFI, which is the best training airplane, and Part 61 vs Part 141 ... and much more! You can find me on Instagram @learntfp. I've got videos and podcasts coming pretty much week over week in 2018. Stay tuned to the Facebook page for all the u ...…