The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

On this episode of TFP we review Class Charlie radio communication procedures.  Please enjoy TFP!

This is part II of a series on DME arcs featuring tips and tricks that help assure you are proficient with the visualizations associated with this procedure.  Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this episode we take a look at how to effectively visualize DME arcs on your flight instruments.  Although rare, these maneuvers do occur in the real world and are a part of the instrument rating curriculum.  Take a moment to review them and learn some tips on how to always get them right.  Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this episode I tell you about a learning experience that I had over the summer while flying into the Grand Canyon at night.  The complexities of the real world are often hard to re create in training.  In these Safety Sessions we share our stories so that we may learn from each other and avoid repeating each others mistakes!  Please enjoy TFP.  Fly Your Best! Jason

On this episode of TFP we cover how pilots might standardize their procedures across IFR and VFR flight operations.  Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

In this episode we hear from a listener with some questions regarding Adverse Aileron Yaw. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason

On this episode of tfp we are looking at upgrading to an electronic logbook, specifically LogTen Pro. Fly Your Best. Jason

On this episode of tfp we discuss common stall / spin scenarios that get pilots into trouble on both approach and departure.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!! Fly Your Best™ Jason

On this episode of TFP we discuss standard operating procedures for general aviaiton pilots and how they might help keep you alive in the airplane. Fly Your Best! Jason

On this episode of tfp we look at the finer points of using rudder to compensate for adverse aileron yaw.  A few practical tips to help you fly like a pro.  Fly Your Best! Jason

On this episode of TFP we are taking a closer look at Induced Drag.  You will learn how it works aerodynamically, how to discuss it and how it relates to ground effect. Fly Your Best, Jason

On this episode of TFP we discuss how to achieve excellence in training and successfully prepare for and pass your FAA check ride on the first attempt. Fly Your Best! Jason

On this episode of The Finer Points we discuss why maneuvering speed changes with weight.  Fly Your Best! Jason

On this episode of The Finer Points we are discussing VFR radar services, or VFR flight following, and VFR flight plans.  We will discuss who provides these services, the operating procedures and protocol and clarify how these two services provide very different things.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!   Fly Your Best, Jason

Happy New Year Aviators! 2011 brings us a new season of audio podcasts and this week on TFP we're discussing the 3 big hazards to VFR pilots.  We're here to help you have fun and stay safe! Please enjoy The Finer Points ...   Fly Your Best! Jason

This week we wrap up our 2 part question and answer series with Max Trescott.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!Fly Your Best,Jason

This week we begin a two part 'Question and Answer' series with Max Trescott.  Write to us with your GPS related questions and hear Max answer those questions on an episode.  All submissions due by September 16th, 2009.  Please enjoy The Finer Points!Fly Your Best,Jason

Stall Speed often varies with bank angle.  Understanding this variation will help us be safer pilots.  This week on TFP we discuss load factor and how stall speed varies with bank angle. Fly Your Best!   Jason

This week on TFP we review the highlights of the arrival procedure to the greatest celebration in aviation, the EAA's AirVenture at Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Use this file as a last minute audio review as you prepare to fly into the show ... or couch fly the procedure from the comfort of your own home, if you can't make it this year. Please remember to keep your eyes out for other traffic and as always, be safe and fly your best!Normal Podcasting will resume on August 7th upon our return to California.Jason

This week on TFP we look at how crosswinds will effect the pattern circuit from takeoff, all the way through landing. Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, Jason