There I was…, presented by the AOPA Air Safety Institute, invites you into the cockpit with pilots across the aviation community. We fly with them as they encounter unpredictable scenarios and we learn from the knowledge and skills they utilize to fly safely out of them. This podcast honors the tradition and heritage in aviation to leverage “hangar flying” as an avenue to pass along knowledge and experience.
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The Finer Points is the original educational aviation podcast. Launched in 2005, TFP delivers expert CFI wisdom from award winning certified flight instructor, Jason Miller. Over the last 20 years Jason has been working to perfect the art of flight instruction. He was named FAA Wester Pacific CFI of the year in 2009 and 2016, works as an AOPA Air Safety Institute instructor, and writes monthly columns for FLYING magazine. Jason is passionate about conveying accurate, meaningful information t ...
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Episode 76: Eerie Encounter
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GA pilot Claudia Gibson recalls a flight on a late October night in Indiana, during her student pilot days. While on an extensive night training flight with multiple stops, Claudia and her instructor have an eerie encounter in the form of an unwanted guest on the runway.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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When It All Goes Down - Aviation Podcast
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On our recent Canyons of the Southwest Airplane Camp trip, one aircraft experienced an engine failure and had to execute a forced landing. In this podcast, we talk to both pilots and discuss what we learned. Please enjoy The Finer Points!Jason Miller CFI ATP
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Episode 75: Landing Gear Failure
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While shooting an IFR practice approach in his Twin Comanche, retired Air Canada pilot Marc Arsenault loses electrical power to his landing gear system. After realizing that a manual gear extension will not work, Marc must resort to creative thinking – and the help of a Swiss Army knife – to get the gear down.…
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Talkin' With Nick Wegner - Aviation Podcast
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In this podcast, we talk with Nick Wegner, one of the founders of Flight Schedule Pro. Nick and his team have announced a major effort to streamline the way flight training works for Schools, CFIs, and the pilots that fly there. Please enjoy The Finer Points!Jason Miller, ATP CFII
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Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast
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In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best!
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Episode 74: Losing Altitude
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On the final leg of a cross-country flight from Mississippi to California, flight test engineer Joey Brown finds himself unable to maintain altitude in his 1967 Cessna 150G.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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JP Schulze "The Point Of No Return" - Aviation Podcast
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At Oshksoh 2024 I had a chance to catch up with JP Shulze to discuss his adventures. Live from the AOPA Lounge, here is the podcast as we recorded it yesterday. See y'all at #OSH25!Jason Miller, CFII ATP
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In this podcast, we discuss the Commercial certificate. What are the real goals here and how do we put Commercial applicants ahead of the game and make them ready for the professional environment? Fly Your Best!
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Episode 73: Icing in an RV
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Climbing through 6,000 feet after departing Burke Lakefront Airport in Cleveland, pilot and aircraft builder Steve Gross encounters severe icing in his RV-9. With his indicated airspeed falling to 60 knots and his climb rate dropping to zero, Steve must take quick action.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Episode 72: Laser Strike
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GA pilot Jonathan Fay experiences a laser strike while in the traffic pattern for a night landing. He tells the story of what happened, and how he was able to track down the perpetrator afterward.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Turn And Face The Changes - Aviation Podcast
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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! JasonJason Miller, CFI ATP
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Episode 71: Engine Failure at Night
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On a night flight to Grand Strand Airport in Myrtle Beach, SC, pilot Greg Duckworth experiences an engine failure in his Rutan Long-EZ. With a sea of city lights below, Greg must resort to quick thinking and help from ATC to find a place to land.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Episode 70: Ferry Flight
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AOPA Western Pacific Regional Manager Jared Yoshiki recounts the story of purchasing his first airplane - a Cherokee 180. While ferrying it from Indiana to his home airport in California, things went awry.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Episode 69: Unexpected Fuel Consumption
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CFI Bill Tomkovic takes a Cessna 172 flight for the purpose of breaking in a new engine. In an effort to complete the break-in faster, Bill opts to fly longer than he originally intended. Unfortunately, the airplane’s fuel consumption is higher than he expects.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Episode 68: Engine Failure in the Pattern
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Student pilot Bradley Riedle was performing touch and goes with his instructor when they experienced an engine failure in their Cherokee 140. Bradley discusses the aftermath of the event, including a hard landing that resulted in aircraft damage and a back injury, as well as some unexpected anxiety during his first flight after the accident.…
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The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast
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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, JasonJason Miller CFII ATP
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Episode 67: Stabilator Malfunction
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Retired airline captain and designated pilot examiner John Blum tells the story of giving a multiengine checkride in a Piper Seneca, when a loud bang from the tail section of the aircraft derailed the flight.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast
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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! JasonJason Miller CFI ATP
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Episode 66: Trouble at Mile Hi - Part 2
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In part 2 of this 2-part episode, we hear the continuation of a story from a backcountry pilot who was involved in an aircraft accident at Mile Hi airstrip in Idaho. The pilot explains the aftermath of the accident in dealing with the NTSB, the FAA, and his insurance company.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast
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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!Jason Miller CFII ATP
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Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast
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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! JasonJason Miller ATP CFII
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Episode 65: Trouble at Mile Hi - Part 1
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In part 1 of this 2-part episode, we hear from a backcountry pilot who flew his Carbon Cub into Mile Hi airstrip in Idaho, and upon touchdown realized he was not decelerating as planned.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Check Your List - Aviation Podcast
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In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!
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TFP Mail Call - Aviation Podcast
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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! JasonJason Miller ATP CFII
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A message to our listeners regarding the tragic loss of our host, Richard McSpadden, and an update on the future of the "There I was..." podcast.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Pop UP IFR? - Aviation Podcast
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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.
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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!
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Exercise, Recency, and Effect - Aviation Podcast
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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!Jason Miller, CFI ATP
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Episode 64: Chris and Michael Easton
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Father and son duo Chris and Michael Easton experience a bird strike while flying a Cirrus SR22 from Bedford, MA to New Garden Airport in PA.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Episode 63: Carl Hancock
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Cherokee 140 pilot Carl Hancock recalls a go-around near disaster when trying to climb in high density altitude with full flaps.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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Are You READY? - Aviation Podcast
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In this podcast, we continue the series on the laws of learning. I will tell you a horror story about the law of readiness -- if you're not ready, you're not ready. Please enjoy!
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That was INTENSE! - Aviation Podcast
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The 2nd in our series on the laws of learning, let's discuss the law of INTENSITY! Fly Your Best!Jason Miller CFII, ATP
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The PRIMARY Thing - Aviation Podcast
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The first in our Laws of Learning series in which we discuss the Law of Primacy. The most important of all the laws. Hear real-world examples of these learning laws affect (and have affected) you. Fly Your Best!Jason Miller CFII ATP
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Episode 62: Lee Trotter
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Utah GA pilot Lee Trotter tells a story from early in his flying experience, when he got mixed up in a thunderstorm.AOPA Air Safety Institute
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