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Lt. Col, George Hardy (99 years old) is a remarkable individual and an American hero. His story, of joining the Army Air Corps in 1943 at the age of 17, eager to join the war in defense of our country, is one shared by many young warriors of the time. But what sets Col. Hardy’s story apart is that, as a young African American man during the 1940s, his path to service and in particular to becoming...

Chris Cassidy is the embodiment of the idea that anyone with the courage and drive to succeed can achieve greatness. From humble beginnings in New England, he chose a life of service to our country. First, as an elite Navy SEAL hunting Bin Laden in the mountains of Afghanistan, and then into SPACE as NASA's Chief Astronaut. This is his AMAZING story... “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedi...

There's been a LOT of activity in General Aviation! Go behind the scenes with AOPA's Mark Baker to get the story of the D.C. FLYOVER & the NEW FAA Bill! “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 jo...

On Jan. 27, 1982, Test Pilot, Tom Morgenfeld took off from Area 51 for an avionics test flight in the YF-117A Stealth Fighter and lost his nose wheel. Flight control advised him to eject, but he managed to pull off an AMAZING landing that saved the aircraft, and kept the Stealth Fighter program on track. Hear his story, as well as all of the other amazing things that he accomplished as a test pilo...

Patty Wagstaff’s story is one of adventure, risk, and courage. She followed her dreams even when no reward was in sight, and her dedication has pushed the limits of aerobatic flight. She is legendary in the world of aerobatics and her aircraft is on display at the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum. A six-time member of the US Aerobatic Team, she is the first woman to win the title of US National...

Sean D Tucker is one of the most iconic names in the world of aerobatics. The bright red, Oracle Challenger III biplane that he flew in airshows around the globe is quite literally what most people imagine if you say the word “aerobatics”. And, you can see that very aircraft hanging upside down in the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. BROUGHT TO YOU Continental Aerospace Technolog...

John & Martha King are icons of pilot education. For the past 50 years, King Schools has delivered millions of courses to pilots in training, teaching more pilots than anyone in the history of aviation. I’m far from alone in regarding John and Martha as personal aviation mentors. Hear their story and thoughts on the future of general aviation! BROUGHT TO YOU Lightspeed – AMAZING Delta Zulu Hea...

It's a preview of AirVenture 2024 and all of the other happenings at EAA! 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, from experimentals that represent the fastest growing aircraft segment, to Young Eagles, the largest aviation youth outreach program in the world. Jack is a lifelong, pas...

Colonel Charles Precourt is a veteran of four space flights aboard the Space Shuttles Columbia, Atlantis and Discovery. He has logged over 932 hours in space, serving in a variety of roles from Mission Specialist, to Pilot, and Commander of those missions. He piloted or commanded several missions which involved docking with the Russian Mir space station and was heavily involved in Russian/US Space...

On August 7, 1980, Janice Brown piloted the solar-powered Gossamer Penguin for 14 minutes and 21 seconds over a distance of more than two miles at the NASA Dryden Flight Research Center in California. This was the first sustained flight of an aircraft powered solely by solar-power, with no battery on board. Following the Gossamer Penguin, she also piloted the follow-on aircraft, the Solar Challeng...

Captain Brian Schiff is an Airline Pilot, Flight Instructor and one of the most innovative educators in general aviation. His decades-long career has included experience with personal flight instruction, private jets and major airlines. Brian takes you through some of the highlights of his logbook, into the cockpit and behind the scenes of the life of a legendary airline captain. Sponsored by Temp...

In 1995 Kermit Weeks opened the doors to the iconic Fantasy of Flight, showcasing the world’s largest privately held vintage aircraft collection, from earliest flight to the beginnings of the jet age. What sets Fantasy of Flight apart from other collections is that Kermit doesn’t collect anything he doesn’t intend to fly, restoring almost all of its display aircraft to airworthiness condition. Fan...

Chuck Aaron is a lifelong pilot with over 20,000 accident-free flight hours, including over 18,000 flight hours in 33 helicopter models. But what he is MOST know for is transforming airshows and astounding audiences with some of the most amazing aerobatic helicopter flying that the world has ever seen. (AND, he is the ONLY man I know that can rock the combination of a tuxedo and flip flops at the...

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 be...

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...

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 Helico...

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 Chieft...

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 t...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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 b...

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 thou...

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 eje...