THE SCHIFF SHOW PODCAST

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  "CLIMBING BLIND: The Fatal Failure to Maintain Positive Rate" 11.06.2026 1h 25min

  On an early morning flight, a Cirrus SR22 departed the airport into total darkness. The pilot failed to establish and maintain a positive climb rate, resulting in a shallow descent into terrain — claiming two lives, including the pilot’s young daughter. This episode transforms that tragedy into practical, flight-saving education. There’s something in this for all pilots — from students to seasoned veterans. Key Learning Objectives Positive Climb Rate Mastery - How to guarantee and maintain a ...
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  COMING IN HOT - Too Little Too Late 14.05.2026 1h 7min

  Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF This episode takes you inside a landing sequence where one bad decision, made a little too late, turns a routine arrival into a fatal accident. In this edition of The Schiff Show exposes the warning signs pilots miss when pressure, momentum, and bad timing push them past the point of recovery. You’ll see how unstable approaches, delayed go-arounds, and flawed judgment can trap even experienced crews — and why the safest landing...
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  Non-Towered Airport Tragedy: No Call - No Chance 09.04.2026 1h 12min

  Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF Step into the cockpit for a fast-paced, eye-opening hour that could potentially change the way you fly into non-towered airports forever. In this edition of THE SCHIFF SHOW, we’ll analyze the notorious Quincy intersecting runway collision—not to dwell on tragedy, but to identify clear, practical habits you can apply on your very next flight. Through compelling storytelling, simple visuals, and interactive scenarios, you’l...
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  ENGINE FAILURE! Prevention, Identification, and Confrontation 12.03.2026 1h 11min

  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’ll focus on recognizing engine trouble early, choosing a landing option when options are limited,...
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  "Weather or Not? Avoiding the Bad Stuff" 12.02.2026 1h 6min

  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, human factors specialist, and co-founder of Pilot Institute, one of the largest online training pla...
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  "When Confidence Outpaces Preparation: Stepping Up Your Mental Game" 08.01.2026 1h 3min

  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 form of overconfidence when pilots outfly their experience and underestimate the learning curve of c...
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  "Final Approach to Tragedy - Checklist and Discipline Gone Wrong" 12.12.2025 1h 15min

  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 instructor and aviation safety expert with extensive experience in commercial, business, and general a...
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  Wake Turbulence A Silent Killer - What You Can’t See Might Hurt You" 14.11.2025 1h 7min

  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 special guest is Ned Parks, a leading authority on helicopter wake turbulence, who will share his exper...
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  "PILOT-MECHANIC CHECKS AND BALANCES" - When Maintenance Errors and Missed Preflights Lead to Disaster 09.10.2025 1h 10min

  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 to follow emergency procedures, and how that combination led do tragic results. They’ll explore how...
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  THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED" Lessons Learned From A Legendary Tragedy 11.09.2025 1h 4min

  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 Dance Party Tour, the Beechcraft Bonanza crashed shortly after takeoff amid poor weather conditions. Th...
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  THE COURAGE TO WAIT: PILOTS AND THE WISDOM OR NO-GO 14.08.2025 1h 8min

  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. We will examine the anonymous confession of pilots after they narrowly avoided disaster. It turns out t...
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  LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE COLGAN AIR TRADEGY 11.07.2025 1h 12min

  "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 actions can lead to disaster. Learn the recommended techniques for airplane stall and spin prevention and r...
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  THINK RIGHT FOR A SAFER FLIGHT 15.06.2025 1h 15min

  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'll learn how an instructor’s poor judgment led to fatal consequences, and how a student pilot's deferen...
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  FLY LIKE A PRO - SOPs Aren't Just for Airline Pilots 17.05.2025 1h 3min

  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 MinimumsStandard Operating PracticesIndustry Best PracticesCockpit Resource ManagementThis podcast is the audio part of the original live v...
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  "A WORLD WAR II TRAGEDY THAT CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE" 11.04.2025 1h 13min

  During this episode you will hear about a devastating disaster that happened during World War II in Prestwick Scotland. Topics discussed will include: AltimetryControlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)Collision AvoidanceMinimum Safet AltitudesThis 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 view the archived version of the live event - including course resources and other information. T...
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  HANDLING EMERGENCIES & PERSONAL INFLIGHT AIRLINE EMERGENCY: "SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT!" 14.03.2025 56min

  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 knowledge will spark your curiosity and serve as an additional insurance policy you’ll never need. This...
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  "A TURN FOR THE BETTER" 15.02.2025 59min

  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 archived version of the live event - including course resources and other information. This podcast ...
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  FUEL PLANNING, EXHAUSTION & STARVATION 12.02.2025 58min

  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 archived version of the live event - including course resources and other information. This podcast qual...