SocialFlight Live!
Claim This Podcastby Jeff Simon
Podcast Overview
<p>Welcome to the SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl podcasts! </p><p>SocialFlight Live is an hour of fascinating discussion with some of the most inspiring people in aviation. Previous guests have included Actor Treat Williams, FAA Surgeon General Susan Northrup, AOPA President Mark Baker, EAA President Jack Pelton, NASA Astronauts David Williams and John Herrington, Cirrus Aircraft Founder Dale Klapmeier, Rod Machado, Barry Schiff, Martha King, Dan Schwinn, SR-71 Pilots, Michael Goulian, Rob Holland, Julie Clark, Kirby Chambliss, Kevin Lacey (Airplane Repo), Ariel Tweto (Flying Wild Alaska), Mikey McBryan (Ice Pilots) and many more. Register for our LIVE VIDEO WEB SHOW at www.SocialFlightLive.com. It airs every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET.</p><p></p><p>Cockpit2Cowl with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of Flight Instructors, Pilots and Mechanics, exploring both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable. Brian Schiff (flight instructor & professional pilot) and Jeff Simon (pilot, mechanic & FAA authorized aircraft inspector) are highly regarded educators that take a thoughtful, entertaining, and often humorous approach to exploring topics relevant to anyone interested in aviation. Register at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Cockpit2Cowl.com">Cockpit2Cowl.com</a> to join the live broadcast (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 12, 2026
DATE WITH DESTINY! The Untold Story of United Flight 1175 with Captain Christopher Behnam
<p>Captain Christopher Behnam’s story is one of survival, perseverance, and proof that dreams CAN come true for anyone bold enough to dream and work for them. As a child, Capt. Behnam’s family suffered greatly under the Iranian regimes of the Shah and Islamic Republic. Yet, he managed to hold on to the dream of flight and eventually make his way to the United States. Through an arduous aviation journey of ups and downs, he eventually reached the cockpit of the Boeing 777. And yet, is greatest test was yet to come when the United 777 he was commanding over the Pacific had a catastrophic engine failure that simulators had never planned for. Through the collective work of Captain Behnam, First Officer Paul Ayers, and jump seat pilot Ed Gagarin, the crew managed to land the aircraft and save the 381 people on board. Hear his amazing story! </p><p>Save up to 5% on Your AVEMCO Aircraft Insurance when you mention "SocialFlight"!</p><p></p><p>“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://SocialFlightLive.com">SocialFlightLive.com</a> to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).</p><p>SocialFlight Partners: </p><p>Avemco Insurance <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avemco.com/socialflight">https://www.avemco.com/socialflight</a> </p><p>Aspen Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aspenavionics.com">https://www.aspenavionics.com</a> </p><p>Avidyne <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avidyne.com">https://www.avidyne.com</a> </p><p>Continental Aerospace Technologies <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.continental.aero">https://www.continental.aero</a> </p><p>EarthX Batteries <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.earthxbatteries.com">https://www.earthxbatteries.com</a> </p><p>Hartzell Engine Technology <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hartzell.aero">https://www.hartzell.aero</a> </p><p>Hartzell Propellers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hartzellprop.com/">https://hartzellprop.com/</a></p><p>Innovative Aerosystems <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iascorp.com/">https://iascorp.com/</a></p><p>Lightspeed Aviation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.lightspeedaviation.com">www.lightspeedaviation.com</a> </p><p>Michelin Aircraft <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aircraft.michelin.com/">https://aircraft.michelin.com/</a> </p><p>Phillips 66 Lubricants <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/">https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/</a> </p><p>Tempest Aero <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tempestaero.com">https://www.tempestaero.com</a> </p><p>Trio Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.trioavionics.com">https://www.trioavionics.com</a> </p><p>uAvionix <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.uavionix.com">https://www.uavionix.com</a> </p><p>Wipaire <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wipaire.com">https://www.wipaire.com</a></p>
July 11, 2026
AVIONICS ANTICS, TIPS & TRICKS! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
<p>In Episode 22 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about all things avionics...how to use them, how to select them, tips for maintenance & MORE. It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and conditions) </p><p>“Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of Flight Instructors, Pilots and Mechanics, exploring both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable. </p><p>Brian Schiff (flight instructor & professional pilot) and Jeff Simon (pilot, mechanic & FAA authorized aircraft inspector) are highly regarded educators that take a thoughtful, entertaining, and often humorous approach to exploring topics relevant to anyone interested in aviation. </p><p>Register at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Cockpit2Cowl.com">Cockpit2Cowl.com</a> to join the live broadcast (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). More events like this on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://SocialFlight.com">SocialFlight.com</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://TheProficientPilot.com">TheProficientPilot.com</a></p><p>SocialFlight Partners: </p><p>Avemco Insurance <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avemco.com/socialflight">https://www.avemco.com/socialflight</a> </p><p>Aspen Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aspenavionics.com">https://www.aspenavionics.com</a> </p><p>Avidyne <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avidyne.com">https://www.avidyne.com</a> </p><p>Continental Aerospace Technologies <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.continental.aero">https://www.continental.aero</a> </p><p>EarthX Batteries <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.earthxbatteries.com">https://www.earthxbatteries.com</a> </p><p>Hartzell Engine Technology <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hartzell.aero">https://www.hartzell.aero</a> </p><p>Hartzell Propellers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hartzellprop.com/">https://hartzellprop.com/</a></p><p>Innovative Aerosystems <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iascorp.com/">https://iascorp.com/</a></p><p>Lightspeed Aviation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.lightspeedaviation.com">www.lightspeedaviation.com</a> </p><p>Michelin Aircraft <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aircraft.michelin.com/">https://aircraft.michelin.com/</a> </p><p>Phillips 66 Lubricants <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/">https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/</a> </p><p>Tempest Aero <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tempestaero.com">https://www.tempestaero.com</a> </p><p>Trio Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.trioavionics.com">https://www.trioavionics.com</a> </p><p>uAvionix <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.uavionix.com">https://www.uavionix.com</a> </p><p>Wipaire <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wipaire.com">https://www.wipaire.com</a></p>
July 10, 2026
THIS PLANE HAS IT ALL! Flying the FURY FAST with Curt LoPresti
<p>Curt LoPresti grew up in a legendary aviation family. His father, Roy LoPresti, worked on the Apollo Lunar Lander, and was the man behind making some of the most iconic general aviation aircraft go faster than many thought possible. He turned the Grumman AA-5 Traveler into the sleeker and faster Cheetah and Traveler, and made Mooneys go faster than even Al Mooney himself. His son Curt followed in his dad’s footsteps, working together with Roy and his brothers Jim, Bud and David at LoPresti/Piper, developing the incredible LoPresti Fury, and eventually going on to found LoPresti Speed Merchants, where they developed speed, efficiency and cooling modifications for many of the general aviation aircraft that we all hold dear. Hear his amazing story! </p><p>Save up to 5% on Your AVEMCO Aircraft Insurance when you mention "SocialFlight"!</p><p></p><p>“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://SocialFlightLive.com">SocialFlightLive.com</a> to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).</p><p>SocialFlight Partners: </p><p>Avemco Insurance <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avemco.com/socialflight">https://www.avemco.com/socialflight</a> </p><p>Aspen Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aspenavionics.com">https://www.aspenavionics.com</a> </p><p>Avidyne <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.avidyne.com">https://www.avidyne.com</a> </p><p>Continental Aerospace Technologies <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.continental.aero">https://www.continental.aero</a> </p><p>EarthX Batteries <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.earthxbatteries.com">https://www.earthxbatteries.com</a> </p><p>Hartzell Engine Technology <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hartzell.aero">https://www.hartzell.aero</a> </p><p>Hartzell Propellers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hartzellprop.com/">https://hartzellprop.com/</a></p><p>Innovative Aerosystems <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iascorp.com/">https://iascorp.com/</a></p><p>Lightspeed Aviation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.lightspeedaviation.com">www.lightspeedaviation.com</a> </p><p>Michelin Aircraft <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aircraft.michelin.com/">https://aircraft.michelin.com/</a> </p><p>Phillips 66 Lubricants <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/">https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/</a> </p><p>Tempest Aero <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tempestaero.com">https://www.tempestaero.com</a> </p><p>Trio Avionics <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.trioavionics.com">https://www.trioavionics.com</a> </p><p>uAvionix <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.uavionix.com">https://www.uavionix.com</a> </p><p>Wipaire <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wipaire.com">https://www.wipaire.com</a></p>
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- What is SocialFlight Live!?
<p>Welcome to the SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl podcasts! </p><p>SocialFlight Live is an hour of fascinating discussion with some of the most inspiring people in aviation. Previous guests have included Actor Treat Williams, FAA Surgeon General Susan Northrup, AOPA President Mark Baker, EAA President Jack Pelton, NASA Astronauts David Williams and John Herrington, Cirrus Aircraft Founder Dale Klapmeier, Rod Machado, Barry Schiff, Martha King, Dan Schwinn, SR-71 Pilots, Michael Goulian, Rob Holland, Julie Clark, Kirby Chambliss, Kevin Lacey (Airplane Repo), Ariel Tweto (Flying Wild Alaska), Mikey McBryan (Ice Pilots) and many more. Register for our LIVE VIDEO WEB SHOW at www.SocialFlightLive.com. It airs every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET.</p><p></p><p>Cockpit2Cowl with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of Flight Instructors, Pilots and Mechanics, exploring both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable. Brian Schiff (flight instructor & professional pilot) and Jeff Simon (pilot, mechanic & FAA authorized aircraft inspector) are highly regarded educators that take a thoughtful, entertaining, and often humorous approach to exploring topics relevant to anyone interested in aviation. Register at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Cockpit2Cowl.com">Cockpit2Cowl.com</a> to join the live broadcast (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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