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SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl
by Jeff Simon
Welcome to the SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl podcasts! 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. 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
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THE FUTURE OF GENERAL AVIATION: EAA's Jack Pelton on AirVenture, FAA, AOPA & More!
Jack Pelton is CEO and Chairman-of-the-Board of EAA, the Experimental Aviation Association. His leadership has transformed EAA’s impact on all of aviation, including experimental aircraft & the new MOSAIC category of aircraft that represent the fastest growing segment of aviation, to Young…
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PAYING IT FORWARD, NFL-STYLE! Jimmy Graham’s Enduring Impact on General Aviation
Jimmy Graham is a legend in the NFL, beginning with the New Orleans Saints in 2010, his career included playing for the Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears before returning to the Saints in 2023. During his career, he made five trips to the pro bowl and became one of the most...
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STUPID PILOT TRICKS! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 25 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about Stupid Pilot Tricks and how YOU can AVOID BECOMING A STATISTIC. 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...
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FLYING TO AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH & SUMMER TRAVEL! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 24 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about summer travel, flying to Oshkosh, and how to deal with weather along the way. 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...
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AOPA, AFRICA & FLYING THE B-17! Tom Haines Reflects on Memories with a Mission
Tom Haines is an award-winning aviation journalist and a household name in general aviation. He spent nearly 30 years as the Editor-in-Chief and Senior Vice President of Media at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the world’s largest aviation organization. Tom is a true pilot’s pilot. He...
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UNTOLD STORIES OF CHUCK YEAGER: Victoria Yeager's Life with a Legend
General Chuck Yeager is one of the greatest aviators that ever lived. His commitment to service, duty, and love of his country are evident in all that he did during his active duty and well beyond. His legacy continues to expand, and to serve as an inspiration to many, in large part due to the...
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LONGEST HELICOPTER RESCUE IN HISTORY, HH-60 Pilot Chris Baur
Chris Baur’s resume reads like the hero character from a fictional novel. From humble and challenging roots, he set off on a career flying for the US Army, the US Coast Guard and the United States Air Force. His flight experience includes both rotor wing and fixed wing, commanding aircraft from…
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231 DAYS IN SPACE, ROCKING MAX Q: NASA Astronaut Carl Walz
With four Space Shuttle missions totaling 231 days in space, United States Air Force Colonel Carl Walz has stories from space that will keep you on the edge of your seat! During his terrestrial down-time, he was ALSO the lead singer for Max Q, the legendary rock-and-roll band composed of...
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AIR SAFETY DATA THE NTSB NEVER SEES! AOPA's Mike Ginter Dives into the Data
With the help of AVEMCO, I talk with Mike Ginter from AOPA's Air Safety Institute about the accident and incident data that the NTSB Doesn’t SEE, and how knowing about it can help you be a safer pilot. Source: Avemco Insurance Company claims data, 2012-2022. Mike Ginter leads a team of 7 aviation...
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50-YEAR SECRET DOGFIGHT! Capt Royce Williams’ Epic 7-on-1 Victory Against All Odds
Captain E. Royce Williams is a veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, and he has the historic distinction of fighting the longest known dogfight in American history in the skies over the Sea of Japan on November 18, 1952 where he won an air battle against 7 Soviet Mig 15’s. This story of...
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THE LEGACY of the TUSKEGEE AIRMEN - Paying it Forward with Col. Glendon Fraser
Col. Glendon Fraser came to the United States from Jamaica at only 8yrs old, but he quickly set is sights on the sky and never looked back. A graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, he rose through the aviation ranks from commercial pilot, ATP and flight instructor, to the airlines…
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FRUGAL FLYING (SAFELY)! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 23 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian dive into the tips & tricks of how to save money in your flying. 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…
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COCKPIT to CARRIER in the Persian Gulf! Capt Kent Ewing on the IRAN War & Commanding a Carrier
Capt Kent Ewing’s military aviation career is legendary, including everything from being a naval fighter pilot, all the way to being the Commanding Officer of the USS America Aircraft Carrier during Desert Storm. In addition to the America, Capt Ewing’s resume includes having commanded the USS...
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CRISIS with AMERICA'S AIR POWER! USAF Col. John "JV" Venable Raises the Alarm
Col John “JV” Venable USAF (ret) is a highly experienced defense expert, former combat fighter pilot and was also a commander of the US Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team! More recently, his work with the Mitchell Institute of Aerospace Studies gives him a unique perspective on the current...
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DATE WITH DESTINY! The Untold Story of United Flight 1175 with Captain Christopher Behnam
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...
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AVIONICS ANTICS, TIPS & TRICKS! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
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!...
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THIS PLANE HAS IT ALL! Flying the FURY FAST with Curt LoPresti
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...
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BLIND FAITH IN AVIATION SAFETY WILL KILL YOU! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 20 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about the myth of general aviation safety and why so many accidents continue to happen. We will review recent accidents and techniques you can use to protect yourself from becoming a statistic! It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show!…
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FLYING INTO THE MOVIES with Legendary Stunt Pilot Kevin LaRosa Sr.
Kevin LaRosa Sr. is one of the most respected motion picture pilots in the film industry. Over the course of his career, he has worked on more than 370 major motion pictures, television productions, commercials and documentaries. An accomplished warbird pilot, Kevin has owned and flown historic...
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SPACEWOMAN! Astronaut Col. Eileen Collins, the First Female Shuttle Commander & Test Pilot
Astronaut Col. Eileen Collins, the First Female Shuttle Commander talks about Breaking Barriers & her new movie "SPACEWOMAN"! In 1990, Col. Collins was selected to be a pilot astronaut with NASA Astronaut Group 13, eventually becoming the first woman to command a US spacecraft. Her NASA missions...
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AIRCRAFT MODIFICATIONS MANIA! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 21 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about aircraft modifications! Which ones give you the best bank for the buck, what to watch out for and more. It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when...
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AOPA Former CEO Darren Pleasance SPEAKS OUT to support GA's Future!
On February 4th 2026, AOPA announced their decision to replace Darren Pleasance as the organization’s CEO & President after only one year in the position. This decision shocked the membership and the industry, because in a relatively short time, Darren had made a significant impact connecting…
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XYLA FOXLIN TACKLES THE FAA! Fighting for Pilot's Medical Rights
Xyla Foxlin is a mechatronics engineer, a pilot, and creator who developed a high-power rocketry kit designed for Level 1 & 2 certification flights, has her own signature line of Estes rocket kits coming out, builds everything from campers to boats, and the most important project, of course, is…
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THE ORIGIN OF THE “MILE HIGH CLUB”...Captain Jenny Beatty Tells All!
Capt. Jenny Beatty is a 3rd generation pilot with over 35 years and 20,000 hours of flight time. She is known for her advocacy work, as well as her work as a researcher and author on aviation history of marginalized aviators including women and people of color. Her AMAZING stories include the…
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WHAT’S IT LIKE TO FLY ON MARS? Behind the Scenes with NASA's Ingenuity Pilot, Håvard Grip
Håvard Grip was the chief pilot of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory's Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, and led the development of its aerodynamics and flight control system. He successfully flew Ingenuity's first flight on Mars, on April 19, 2021, which made history as the first extraterrestrial...
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THE GREATEST STUNT PILOT ALIVE! Lessons in Flight from Corkey Fornof
J.W. "Corkey" Fornof has captivated audiences at air shows and on the big screen for over 50 years. He has logged over 17,000 hours in over 300 different types of aircraft and flown over 3,000 low level aerial performances in nine different types of aircraft, including the T-6 Texan, P51 Mustang,...
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FLYING INTO 2026 with BARRY SCHIFF! Hangar Flying with the Legendary Pilot, Author & Educator
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. With every article, quiz and lesson he continues to impart to us mere mortals in the aviation world, Barry...
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WHAT'S NEXT FOR VAN'S AIRCRAFT & MOSAIC? RV-15 Updates & More from Marc Cook
Marc Cook has been a household name in the world of aviation media and experimental aircraft for as long as I can remember. Marc took the helm of Kitplanes magazine in the early 2000s, eventually doing two separate stints as Editor in Chief before joining Van’s Aircraft in the spring of 2025. He...
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IS FLYING GETTING MORE DANGEROUS? Fmr NSTB Investigator Greg Feith Has the Answer
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...
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PUSHING LIMITS & SETTING AVIATION WORLD RECORDS : Astronaut & Racer, Hoot Gibson
Robert Lee "Hoot" Gibson is a former American naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and aeronautical engineer. He was selected as an Astronaut by NASA in 1978 and flew five missions, including the ground-breaking docking mission with the Russian MIR space station. He was also NASA’s Chief of the...
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AIRCRAFT ACCIDENTS CAUSED BY MAINTENANCE! Mike Busch on How to Protect Yourself
Mike Busch is arguably the best-known Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic in general aviation. He founded Savvy Aviation in 2008 to provide aircraft maintenance-management and consulting services to thousands of aircraft owners, including prebuy management, innovative engine monitor analysis and 24/7...
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AIRCRAFT DITCHING IN THE PACIFIC! Heidi Porch’s Story of Survival in a Cessna 182
Heidi Porch is a retired Delta Air Lines pilot whose 35-year career took her from the flight deck of DC-9s, through the Airbus family of jets and even commanding the iconic Boeing 747-400. However, her pursuit of the flight levels began the scrappy way, ferrying single-engine Cessnas from the...
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HOW TO CRASH AN AIRPLANE! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 18 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about what to do when the worst happens and you're forced down: HOW TO CRASH AN AIRPLANE! It's everything YOU NEED TO KNOW about how to make the most of a bad situation. It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian...
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DRONE COLLISION AVOIDANCE! uAvionix & The Future of Electronic Conspicuity
General Aviation Safety in a world where drones are getting more and more common isn’t a convenience…it’s a matter of survival. Learn about new Electronic Conspicuity technology to protect general aviation aircraft from drone collisions. Shane Woodson is Vice President of General Aviation Sales…
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AOPA Former CEO Darren Pleasance SPEAKS OUT to support GA's Future!
On February 4th 2026, AOPA announced their decision to replace Darren Pleasance as the organization’s CEO & President after only one year in the position. This decision shocked the membership and the industry, because in a relatively short time, Darren had made a significant impact connecting…
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AFTER THE ACCIDENT...Do You Know What to Do? Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 17 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about what YOU NEED TO KNOW about how to handle the aftermath of an aircraft accident. When do you you need to report it? What are your RESPONSIBILITIES & what are your RIGHTS? It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with...
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FROM SPACE TO AIR RACING! Astronaut Hoot Gibson on WINNING Air Racing GOLD
Robert Lee "Hoot" Gibson is a former American naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and aeronautical engineer. He was selected as an Astronaut by NASA in 1978 and flew five missions, including the ground-breaking docking mission with the Russian MIR space station. All that said, his crowning...
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ANSWERING YOUR AVIATION QUESTIONS! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 16 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian go straight to YOUR QUESTIONS (with both informative and fun answers along the way)...Let the fun begin! “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of…
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NORAD on TFRs & NATIONAL DEFENSE - Col. Justin “Astro” Elliott: USAF Test Pilot & Thunderbird
Col Justin “Astro” Elliott is the Division Chief for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) executing NORAD’s mission of defending the homelands. Col Elliott and his team track, report, and mitigate all air, missile, and maritime activity approaching North America, create a global...
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BREAKING RULES FOR AVIATION SAFETY! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 15 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk all about when it's appropriate to break rules, guidelines and customs in the =name of SAFETY...Let the fun begin! “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined...
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ADVENTURE FLYING ON FLOATS! Paul Jackson, Chief Pilot of Wipaire's Advanced Flight Training
Paul Jackson has over 28,000 hours of flight time in everything from a J-3 cubs to Boeing airliners. But his true calling is the adventure of backcountry float-plane flying. He is Chief Pilot for Advanced Flight Training, a part of the Wipaire family, and operates his own Seaplane Base and fly in...
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SPORT PILOT to LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT...MOSAIC IS HERE! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 14 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk all about the NEW MOSAIC FAA Ruling. From Sport Pilot, to Light Sport Aircraft...Let the fun begin! “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of…
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5 AMAZING NASA MISSIONS! Justin Pane’s Story of Redemption, Success & Science
Justin Pane currently serves as the Director of NASA's Mission Control in Silicon Valley, CA at the Ames Research Center. His organization, the Multi-Mission Operations Center (MMOC), has a deep history of flying spacecraft and currently operates five missions. He joined NASA in 2003 after...
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EVALUATING YOUR AVIATION EXPERTS! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 13 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk all about EVALUATING YOUR AVIATION EXPERTS, including your CFI, Mechanic & More. Let the fun begin! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and conditions)...
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FROM F-15 to ULTRA SHORT TAKEOFF AIRCRAFT! Learn AGILE COMBAT with Col. Donn "Master" Yates
Callsign MASTER, Col. Donn Yates served for 25 years as an Air Force fighter pilot and Army infantryman. During his storied career, he commanded a Joint Special Operations Aviation Detachment, a fighter squadron, an operations group, and the largest F-15 fighter wing in the Air Force. He is a...
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THE MAN WHO’S FLOWN EVERYTHING: Hoot Gibson: Combat Pilot, Test Pilot, Astronaut, Air Racer & more
Robert Lee "Hoot" Gibson is a former American naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and aeronautical engineer. He was selected as an Astronaut by NASA in 1978 and flew five missions, including the ground-breaking docking mission with the Russian MIR space station. All that said, his crowning...
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AVIATION FUEL MYSTERIES & MANAGEMENT! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 12 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk all about AVIATION FUEL MYSTERIES & MANAGEMENT for keeping you SAFE. Let the fun begin! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and conditions) “Cockpit 2…
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GAME-CHANGING NEW AVIATION TECHNOLOGY! Behind the Scenes with Cirrus President Todd Simmons
Go BEHIND THE SCENES in the development of the ground-breaking Safe Return technology that Cirrus recently debuted with the G7+. Todd is President of Customer Experience at Cirrus, which means that he oversees nearly everything you can imagine, including sales, marketing, service and support,...
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TAMING SUMMER FLYING TEMPS (INSIDE & OUT)! Cockpit2Cowl with Jeff Simon & Brian Schiff
In Episode 11 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about tips & tricks for keeping cool inside and outside of the cockpit & more...we cover it all. Let the fun begin! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and...
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RESCUING HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIMS: “YOU CAN HELP” - Ken Lux, CEO Flights to Freedom
Since its recent formation in 2024 under the leadership of CEO Ken Lux, the organization Flights to Freedom has already made a significant impact in the fight against human trafficking. The Flights to Freedom mission is clear and impactful - "to provide safe, expedient, private air transportation...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl podcasts!
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.
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
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Welcome to the SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl podcasts! 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...
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