The Finer Points - Aviation Podcast

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.