THE SCHIFF SHOW PODCAST

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter MARK TOMICICH We’ll start with a familiar scenario: a VFR cross-country after refueling that turns into an engine problem and an emergency approach in low ceilings and mist. Using the accident sequence—from the first vibration and oil-pressure anomaly through the last-ditch approach to Flagler County—we’...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter GREG REVERDIAU An upgraded Cessna 421C, advanced weather tools, a professional pilot, and plenty of warnings—yet N4467D still penetrated a severe storm, lost control, and came apart in the Gulf of Mexico with five fatalities. In this episode, THE SCHIFF SHOW welcomes Greg Reverdiau, aviation educator, hu...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter Lt. Col. TAMMY BARLETTE A thought-provoking episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW that dissects how a successful, highly educated attorney bought “too much airplane,” skipped ahead in training, and paid the ultimate price. We’ll discuss how intelligence, confidence, and a big checkbook can combine into a deadly for...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter JOHN NIEHAUS During this episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW, your monthly destination for in-depth aviation safety discussions and expert insights, we will dive into a detailed case study of a Learjet crash and its contribution to a catastrophic accident. Our special guest is John Niehaus, a veteran flight instr...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter NED PARKS During this episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW, your monthly destination for in-depth aviation safety discussions and expert insights, we will dive into a rare but critical topic: wake turbulence, and in particular, helicopter wake turbulence, and its contribution to a catastrophic accident. Our specia...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF With special guest presenter JEFF SIMON On this episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW, Brian welcomes Jeff Simon from SocialFlight ( www. SocialFlight.com ) for an engaging discussion about a real-world accident where a mechanic’s mistake created a hidden hazard that the pilot failed to detect during preflight inspection, followed by a failure...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF. With special guest presenter CAPTAIN BARRY SCHIFF Join The Schiff Show for a compelling episode as we delve into the tragic February 3, 1959, plane crash that claimed the lives of rock and roll legends Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson. Taking off from Clear Lake, Iowa, during the Winter Da...

Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF. With Special Guest JEFFREY MADISON Fasten your seat belts—it’s time for THE SCHIFF SHOW: during this episode, we will learn how the “oops” moments of others could save your tail! Captain Brian Schiff teams up with Jeffrey Madison, the author of YIKES! 100 Smart Pilots and the Dumb Things They Did Yet Lived to Tell About 'Em. W...

"LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE COLGAN AIR TRAGEDY" Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF. With Special Guest BARRY SCHIFF Join Barry and Brian Schiff for an episode with twice the Schiff! They will break down what happened in the Colgan Air 3407 tragedy—and, more importantly, what every pilot can learn from it. Mismanagement of stall warnings and improper recovery...

Flying safely begins with thinking smartly. In this gripping episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW, renowned aviator Captain Brian Schiff is joined by respected instructor Aaron Dabney for a deep dive into the human side of aviation safety. Together, they’ll unpack a real-world tragedy: a flight that ended in disaster not because of weather, equipment, or mechanical failure—but because of mindset. You'l...

Standard Operating Procedures aren’t just airline stuff — they’re the secret sauce to safer flying. Join Brian and Jason as they cut through the fluff and lay out how SOPs can save your flight — and your butt. This deep dive into the power of SOPs will elevate your safety, confidence, and performance in the cockpit. Topics discussed will include: Personal Minimums Standard Operating Practices Indu...

During this episode you will hear about a devastating disaster that happened during World War II in Prestwick Scotland.   Topics discussed will include: Altimetry Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) Collision Avoidance Minimum Safet Altitudes This podcast is the audio part of the original live video broadcast available at https://www.theschiffshow.tv/4 If you wish, please visit that website to v...

This episode of THE SCHIFF SHOW is dedicated to equipping pilots with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to handle emergencies confidently. It also will explore subjects often overlooked in conventional training but crucial for emergency preparedness. You also will hear a frightening, firsthand account of a life-threatening emergency that Brian Schiff experienced. We hope this unique knowle...

During this episode, we will break down the key aerodynamics of turning flight: lift, load factor, bank angle, and airspeed, giving you the tools to understand and manage turns confidently. What you don’t know can be dangerous! This podcast is the audio part of the original live video broadcast available at https://www.theschiffshow.tv/2   If you wish, please visit that website to view the archive...

During this episode, we review an accident that resulted from fuel mismanagement, the regulations involved, what could have been done differently, and tech tips for fuel planning and management so this doesn't happen to you. This podcast is the audio part of the original live video broadcast available at https://www.theschiffshow.tv/1   If you wish, please visit that website to view the archiv...