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Major General Brady is the most highly decorated living veteran, holding both the Medal of Honor and the Distinguished Service Cross. He has earned over 85 medals, 65 combat related, and 12 for valor. During his 34 years of Army service, he served two tours in Vietnam as a “Dust Off” helicopter medical rescue pilot, developing foul weather and tactical techniques for air ambulance rescues never before executed in combat. During his service, he flew over 2,500 combat missions and rescued over 5,000 wounded men, women, and children; both military and civilian from BOTH sides of the conflict. Sponsored by Aspen Avionics - www.aspenavionics.com “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Kenny G is a household name and the best-selling instrumental artist of all time, known for his innovative smooth jazz and iconic soprano saxophone. As a composer, producer and performer, Kenny G has sold more than 75 million records worldwide. What you may NOT know, is that Kenny is also an avid and passionate pilot. For the past 35 years, he has been a GA pilot, transitioning from a Glasair III to his current de Havilland DHC–2 Beaver that brings his aviation passion directly to his lakefront home. His love of flying has taken him across the USA as a leisurely 98 knots, serenely taking in the view along the way. Sponsored by Bose Aviation - https://boseaviation.com/ “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

On April 29, 1977 Robinson 22 S/N 001 crashed into the Pacific Ocean due to a tailrotor gearbox failure. The response from Frank Robinson was to overdesign the fix and rededicate the company to producing the world’s highest quality, most reliable helicopters, in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible. This is their story, told by Kurt Robinson, President and Chairman of Robinson Helicopter. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

With the permission of his family, here is PART 2 of the behind-the-scenes recording of my time getting to know Treat in preparation for his first appearance on SocialFlight Live. Treat was an actor, writer and passionate aviator who has appeared on film, stage and television in over 120 credits. He was a pilot for over 50 years, having owned a bunch of different aircraft including a Navajo Chieftain, a T6 Texan and his last (and perhaps ideal) hangar combination of a Piper Cub and Aztec.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Aircraft accidents and incidents are in the news more than ever before...but WHY? Is flying getting more dangerous or is the reporting just getting more sensational? Greg Feith gets to the bottom of it on SocialFlight Live! Greg Feith is a former Senior Air Safety Investigator with the National Transportation Safety Board. Among his many accomplishments, he is known for leading the investigation team that climbed Bolivia’s Mt. Illimani to an elevation of over 21,000 feet to conduct the Crash Investigation of the Eastern Air Lines Flight 980, a Boeing 727. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Michael Menzel is the Mission Systems Engineer for the James Webb Space Telescope, which is currently operating a MILLION miles away from earth, gathering some of the most amazing images of the century and poised to change the way we understand space. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Dr. Anna Lee Fisher joined the ranks of NASA’s Astronauts in November 1984 on the Space Shuttle Discovery. As part of the famously diverse NASA Class 8 chronicled in Meredith Bagby’s fascinating book The New Guys, Dr. Fisher became one of the first women & the first mother to fly in space. Her mission was pivotal, marking the first time that NASA captured malfunctioning satellites from orbit, returning them back to earth for repair. The mission had many challenges, requiring ingenuity from the crew to achieve their goals. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

We launch a new year of SocialFlight Live with NEW LESSONS from the LEGENDARY Rod Machado!Rod is a leading aviation author, speaker & flight instructor, combining his unique approach to flight training with his humorous style that makes learning to fly a simpler and more enjoyable journey. An ATP-rated pilot who still gets excited at a Cessna 150 fly-by; Rod has logged over 8,000 hours, most of it while giving dual instruction. He has a degree in both Aviation Science and Psychology which, no doubt, has led to his unique style of teaching.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Robert Hays gets surprised by a SECRET GUEST for a reunion to talk about all things AIRPLANE! Robert is best known for his role as pilot “Ted Striker” in the classic movie Airplane! Since starring in the TV series Angie in the 1970’s, he has been a household name and instantly recognizable face from television and movie roles in a decades long career. He is also a pilot in real-life with a family history in aviation and some amazing stories from aviation and Hollywood alike.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

With over 28,000 hours logged in more than 355 types of aircraft, a best-selling author with a brand-new book, and more awards than we have time to list, Barry Schiff is an aviation legend. And, his son Brian isn’t far behind; as a captain for a major US airline and one of the most innovative lecturers and aviation educators in general aviation, Brian Schiff sets a new standard in how we can all be better, safer & more educated pilots. I’m thrilled to call them both friends and can’t wait to jump into some hangar flying and a lookback on this past year.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

If you’ve ever seen an aircraft slowing decaying on the ramp and wondered what it would take to bring it back to life, then you are going to absolutely LOVE this guest on SocialFlight Live! Jason Morrison is host of the blockbuster YouTube channel “Rebuild Rescue” where he takes derelict aircraft and brings them back to life. The series has received over 40 MILLION views on YouTube, inspiring thousands of pilots and aviation enthusiasts around the globe. His keystone project, the Cessna 401 Phoenix, is being resurrected to fly humanitarian missions, veteran trips, animal rescues, and medical flights. I spent some time with Jason at the Aspen booth at AirVenture this past summer and wanted to continue our hangar flying with all of you here on SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

As an F-100 "Misty" fighter pilot in Vietnam, Dick Rutan pioneered the use of tactical jets for what became known as Fast Forward Air Control (or FastFAC). He flew 325 combat missions and survived an ejection when his aircraft was hit by enemy fire. For his valor in combat, Dick Rutan was awarded a silver star and FIVE Distinguished Flying Crosses. Following the war, he became a test pilot and ejected a second time when his aircraft suffered an engine failure. In 1986, Dick Rutan achieved what many consider to be the last great terrestrial aeronautical achievement: piloting the Voyager aircraft on the first non-stop, non-refueled flight around-the-world. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Colonel Keith Reeves flew the B-2 Stealth Bomber in combat during Operation Iraqi Freedom, instructed in the Formal Training Unit, and served as the deputy commander of the 509th Operations Group. In addition to being an accomplished military and commercial pilot, he is an avid General Aviation pilot and former CFI, flying his VANS RV-8. He has over 3000 military hours, 2800 Commercial Aviation hours and 930 General Aviation hours. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

If you love strange, quirky and amazing planes…then the SUPER GUPPY is for you! It’s NASA’s one-of-a-kind widebody transport aircraft that can haul larger loads than even a C-5 Galaxy! Join Ray Heineman, Chief of Aircraft Operations and Instructor Pilot of the SUPER GUPPY, and Dave Elliott, Flight Engineer for the Super Guppy for a deep dive into this AMAZING AIRCRAFT. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

JB Brown is a unique pilot with experience on some of the most amazing aircraft that the United States has ever developed. Following Air Force tours flying the F-4 Phantom and F-5 Tiger, he was selected to attend the United States Air Force Test Pilot School and went on to test the A-7 Corsair II, the F-15 Strike Eagle, the F-117 Stealth Fighter and the F-22 Raptor. In 1994 he joined the Lockheed Skunk Works as an Experimental Test Pilot in the F-117 Stealth Fighter, helping to develop new software, avionics and weapons systems. Many of these improvements JB worked on saw service in Operation Joint Endeavor over Bosnia and the second Gulf War: Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is currently President of the National Test Pilot School, helping to train test pilots from around the world. He has logged over 10,000 flight hours in 154 different models of aircraft. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Adam and Kara White are the creative force behind the Emmy-Award Winning series The Restorers & the spectacular Emmy-award-winning Space Chase USA, as well as Red Tail Reborn, Rise Above: WASP, Beyond the Powder, and Resistance, among many other projects. Hear their story and what goes into these amazing films!“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

WE MISS YOU TREAT! With the permission of his family, here is some behind-the-scenes footage of my time getting to know Treat in preparation for his first appearance on SocialFlight Live. Treat was an actor, writer and passionate aviator who has appeared on film, stage and television in over 120 credits. He was a pilot for over 50 years, having owned a bunch of different aircraft including a Navajo Chieftain, a T6 Texan and his last (and perhaps ideal) hangar combination of a Piper Cub and Aztec. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Against a landscape of 50 year old general aviation aircraft designs, there is one company that continues to innovate and release new aircraft at a staggering pace, and they do it with STYLE. Tecnam’s story as a family-owned company is fascinating, and David Copeland knows both Tecnam and the general aviation industry like few others. He is a veteran executive with experience ranging from Raytheon’s Beechcraft aircraft, Mooney, Mid-Continent and now Tecnam. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Nearly 50 years ago, Burt Rutan turned the experimental aircraft community on its head with the VariViggen, a two-seat pusher aircraft with a canard hanging out in front. In 2004, he broke the final frontier with back-to-back flights of SpaceShipOne which became the first privately built, flown and funded manned craft to reach space. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Col. Kim "Killer Chick” Campbell was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism after successfully recovering her battle-damaged aircraft following an intense close air support mission during which she was hit by a surface to air missile. She is a retired Colonel who served in the Air Force for over 24 years as a fighter pilot and senior military leader. She has flown 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including more than 100 combat missions protecting troops on the ground in both Iraq and Afghanistan. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Chief Warrant Officer Christopher Reeves and Captain Cole Hamilton work together in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, flying the amazing UH-60M Blackhawk Helicopter. I met them at AirVenture earlier this year following their amazing demonstration airshow of the battlefield capabilities of the Blackhawk and I knew instantly that I had to share their stories here on SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

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The Mach 3+ SR-71 Blackbird is one of the most famous aircraft to come out of the Lockheed Skunkworks. We discuss this amazing aircraft with USAF RSO Phil Soucy. Phil is a graduate of the United States Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base and he served 20 years with the Air Force in a wide range of operational and technology positions. As a rated navigator he has over 2000 hours of flight experience in over 30 different aircraft ranging from the F-4 Phantom to the amazing Mach 3+ SR-71 Blackbird. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

In aviation history, there are only a handful of truly epic firsts: The first powered flight by Orville and Wilbur Wright, the first crossing of the Atlantic by Charles Lindberg, and the first supersonic flight by Chuck Yeager. In 1986, Dick Rutan and Jeanna Yeager achieved what many consider to be the last great terrestrial aeronautical achievement: piloting the Voyager aircraft on the first non-stop, non-refueled flight around-the-world. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Andrew King grew up and honed his craft at The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, a place that’s very special to me, because it’s also near where I grew up and it kicked off my own fascination with flying. If you’ve never been there, The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in upstate New York features weekly airshows and displays of some of the most iconic antique aircraft in the world, including the Fokker Triplane. Andrew is a well known expert in flying and restoring some of the rarest, vintage aircraft on the planet! Since 1978, he has accumulated over 5,000 hours in 155 different types of aircraft and has the distinction of having flown pre-1950’s aircraft in all 50 states. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts

Dan Schwinn founded Avidyne in 1995 to develop modern avionics that were intuitively easy to use, allowing pilots to focus on flying the airplane, instead of pushing a lot of buttons. As logical as this may seem today, it wasn’t always the case, and we have Dan to thank for much of that as he was one of the brave pioneers of the “glass cockpit” era, and he did this at a time when FAA certification and getting a return on your investment was far from certain. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Lt. Col. Christine Kelley, call sign “Grinder”, was the first woman to fly the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter in 2015. Prior to the F-35, she flew the F-15E Strike Eagle in combat, accruing more than 2,800 flight hours and 500 combat hours during her 20 years of service in the United States Air Force. She also led the first combat mission planned, briefed, launched, and flown entirely by women in 2011.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Dave co-founded MotoArt, creating some of the most iconic aviation furniture and art pieces in the world. The adventures of launching MotoArt was featured in the Discovery Channel series “Wingnuts”, a spectacular and engaging “reality tv” classic. Dave went on to expand the business and make his passion accessible to everyone through PlaneTags, where you can get your own piece of aviation history in the palm of your hand. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

If you want to own a warbird, there’s one man on the top of everyone’s list, and that is Mark Clark, President of Courtesy Aircraft Sales. Mark has been an aircraft broker for over 45 years and has sold in excess of 2,900 aircraft to date, specializing in historic military aircraft. As a pilot, Mark has logged over 7,500 hours in more than 125 types of aircraft, including more than 1,800 hours in high performance ex-military aircraft. He holds an unlimited letter from the FAA for all makes and models and is also the recipient of the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award. In addition to his flying, he also holds an FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Captain Thad Darger is a 4th generation military veteran and 3rd generation military pilot with nearly 3,000 flight hours in the T-38 Talon, B-1 Bomber, and F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter. Thad flew multiple combat missions over Yugoslavia in the Stealth Fighter in 1999, during Operation Allied Force, attacking multiple strategic targets during the conflict. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Capt Brian Udell tells his harrowing story of ejecting from an F-15 fighter, flying at well over 800mph! Capt Udell's accomplishments go far beyond his dramatic ejection and heroic recovery. Brian has been passing aviation milestones since he began flying. He began flying at only nine years old, he took his first cross-country flight at age ten, soloed at age 16, and received his Private Pilots Certificate at age 17. Since that time he has accumulated over 22,000 hours in a variety of both civil and military aircraft. Brian was top of his class among the initial group pilots selected to fly the F-15E Strike Eagle. Going on to become an Instructor, Mission Commander, and Air to Ground Top Gun winner. He has flown over 100 combat missions in Southwest Asia and logged nearly 2000 hours in the Strike Eagle. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

The NASA astronaut class of 1978 Broke Barriers and Changed the Face of Space Travel. Meredith Bagby's new book "THE NEW GUYS" Details these amazing individuals & goes behind the scenes in the Challenger Disaster.“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

"Conditioning" vs "Training"? What does your recurrent flight training look like. Gold Seal CFI and "Probable Cause" channel host, Dan Gryder, says training like the airlines could SAVE YOUR LIFE.We talk to Dan about his thoughts on flight training and how can transform the way we approach flight safety in the world of General Aviation!“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Mike Busch on the Aircraft Mechanic Shortage

The students of the UMass Aeronautics Team had to build their program from the ground up. They have NEVER BEFORE built an aircraft that was able to fly and compete in the prestigious AIAA International Design, Build, Fly Challenge...until NOW! In their ROOKIE year, they accomplished an amazing feat with a team of newcomers and a budget of less than $10k (compared to teams with budgets approaching $200,000). Meet these impressive young adults and hear the story of building a university program and competing...in only a matter of months! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

On September 11th, 2001, Major Heather “Lucky” Penney accepted a one-way mission in an unarmed F-16 Fighting Falcon to intercept and down United Airlines Flight 93, believed to be headed to the U.S. Capitol. Following 9/11, Major Penney served two combat tours of duty in the Iraq war. That story is available HERE: https://youtu.be/KMea4dXY56Q She is currently a Senior Resident Fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, researching and advising on defense policy, research and analysis. LEARN WHAT MUST URGENTLY CHANGE in order to defend against the existential threats against America, building around the world.

Lt. Cmdr. Kevin Doremus (NOAA Corps) flies the WP-3D Orion directly into the most violent hurricanes in the world to help gather storm data that saves lives. He is a Boston native and graduate of Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Florida. He has over 4,100hrs of flight time in NOAA aircraft, to include time in the Twin Otter, Turbo Commander and the WP-3D Orion hurricane hunter aircraft. Hear his amazing stories of FLYING INTO HURRICANES! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Beginning as a flight attendant for TWA, Lynn Rippelmeyer blazed an unprecedented path from the cabin to the cockpit. She became a pilot, setting a number of firsts along the way; from the first all-female crew of a scheduled airline in 1977, to the first female captain of the transatlantic Boeing 747 in 1984. During her career, she flew aircraft ranging from a cub on amphibious floats, to the DeHavilland Twin Otter and Boeing airliners including the 727, 737, 747 and 787. Her decades long career paved the way toward gender equality in the airlines and remains an icon for young women looking towards the skies to this day. Her uniform resides in the Smithsonian Museum. Her two books: Life Takes Wings, and the about to be released sequel Life Takes Flight are absolutely outstanding and I literally could not put them down.SocialFlight Live is dedicated to supporting General Aviation Pilots and Enthusiasts during these challenging times. Our regular shows include Great Interviews, Audience Q&A, Advice for Pilots, Clubs and EAA Chapters, as well as Educational Presentations and Updates on our Titan T-51D Mustang BuildRegister Today and Join Us for this exiting new venture

Captain Brian Schiff was flying on 9/11 when his plane was headed toward an erratic Flight 93. His story is amazing. Capt. Schiff is an Airline Pilot, Flight Instructor and one of the most innovative educators in general aviation. He flies for a major airline and is type-rated on the Airbus 320, Boeing 727, 757, 767, DC-9 (MD-80), CL-65, LR-JET, and G-V. And, in spite of all those big iron type ratings, you are just as likely to find Brian flying the pattern in his Citabria as you are to see him on the flight deck. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

With 550 combat missions and three spaceflights, Colonel Fred Gregory’s story is truly unparalleled. From childhood beginnings in a largely segregated America, his career broke barriers and excelled in academics, the military, aviation, and space exploration. His story is included in Meredith Bagby’s new book “The New Guys” about the barrier-breaking Astronaut class of 1978. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Team AeroShell is one of the most iconic aeroshow performances in general aviation. From their flawless wingtip to wingtip formation loops and rolls, to their stunning night aeroshow performances, they are THE "must see" act of the largest shows in the country. Join us to meet the team, learn their backstory and find out how they became "Team AeroShell". It's another amazing episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

John McKenna joins us form the Recreational Aviation Foundation. Learn about the amazing work that this organization does to protect and preserve America's most amazing backcountry airports. These aren't just "big tire taildragger" airports. Some of the most amazing opportunities may be near you and accessible to the average GA aircraft! Check out www.theraf.org for more. It's another amazing episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

NOTE: Unfortunately, there were technical issues with the camera windows on the recording. The audio, however, it REALLY worth a listen! Mike Busch joins us again on "SocialFlight Live!" to talk about ignition systems. Learn all about how Mike approaches the sometimes controversial subjects of magneto care, the airworthiness of TBO, and more. It's another informative and exciting episode of SocialFlight Live! REGISTER FOR THE LIVE SHOW HERE: www.socialflightlive.com “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm EDT (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Ariel Tweto, star of Discovery Channel's "Flying Wild Alaska" joins us for a fun evening of hangar flying and adventure. Learn the behind-the-scenes story of "Flying Wild Alaska" as well as stories about her new movie "Into America's Wild", her new TV show on FOX "The Great North" (with Nick Offerman and Jenny Slate) and so much more! It's another amazing episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

Major Heather “Lucky” Penney has been flying since 1993. On September 11th, 2001, she was serving as a Lieutenant with 121st Fighter Squadron of the District of Columbia Air National Guard. On that fateful day, she accepted a one-way mission in an unarmed F-16 Fighting Falcon to intercept and down United Airlines Flight 93, believed to be headed to the U.S. Capitol. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

Since 2005, Elliot has been working in the field of research and design of experimental aerospace products. He spent 10 years at Burt Rutan's Scaled Composites as a project engineer, flight test engineer and test pilot with 300 hours in 6 types of Rutan experimental aircraft during his tenure. He spent 2 years as Lead test pilot at Mooney aircraft working on the prototype carbon fiber/diesel M10T. He has set 6 World records and built two airplanes for racing at Reno, one of his own design. It hard to imagine a more fascinating day at the office than the ones that Elliot sees on a daily basis! It's another amazing episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

Mike Busch is arguably the best known Aircraft and Powerplant mechanic in general aviation. Mike joins Jeff Simon on SocialFlight Live to talk about the new Continental Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB23-1) & Airworthiness Directive , Safe Cylinder Removal and Installation & more. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

The Patey brothers are modern legends of aviation for their accomplishments in the air and on the ground. Hear never-before told stories from Mark and Mike about their adventures and lessons learned along the way. Mike, of course, is the creator of the Draco, the coolest STOL aircraft ever built….that is until his new creation “Scrappy” gets airborne! Mark is president of Best Tugs, which has turned what used to be a necessary evil for moving aircraft around, into a high-tech work of art and status symbol for general aviation. It's another amazing episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

Legendary aviation educator, author & humorist Rod Machado is back to bid farewell to 2020 with his usual inspiring, humorous and brilliant commentary. Hear some stories never before told in this fun episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). REGISTER HERE FOR LIVE SHOWS: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com

REGISTER HERE: http://www.SocialFlightLive.com Join us for an evening with the North American Aerospace Defense Command to learn about the inner workings of this vital organization, its history and of course, the Santa Tracker! It's another fun and exciting episode of SocialFlight Live! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm EDT (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).