SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl

SocialFlight Live & Cockpit2Cowl

by Jeff Simon

History Aviation Technology

Season 1

Episode #118 - SocialFlight Live! - Inside NASA's X-59 Supersonic Aircraft with Don Durston

Don Durston is a pilot and aerospace engineer with over 42 years of experience at NASA Ames Research Center. His expertise with wind tunnel and supersonic technology are currently focused on NASAs X-59 Quiet Super Sonic Technology mission, commonly known as as QUESST. This aircraft and the research done by Don and the QUESST team has the potential to revolutionize air travel as we know it, by making supersonic commercial travel over land a reality in the not so distant future. “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 join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

THROWBACK SUNDAY: BACKCOUNTRY/STOL FLYING with Cory Robin of the Flying Cowboys From June 6, 2020

STOL FLYING with Cory Robin of the Flying Cowboys! - Learn all about Backcountry & STOL Flying: What's involved in getting started, aircraft, where to fly & more! Cory Robin also discusses the Flying Cowboys, the High Sierra Fly-in & STOL Drag. Time to take your flying off-airport! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times.

Episode #117 - SocialFlight Live! - Inside the New Delta Zulu Headset with Lightspeed's Allan Schrader

Allan Schrader is the founder, President, and CEO of Lightspeed Aviation. He has been the primary driver of headset design and product innovation for nearly 3 decades, focusing on design elements that enhance comfort, safety, and the overall user experience. Join us for an evening with Allan discussing the history of Lightspeed and their revolutionary new "Delta Zulu" ANR headset with carbon monoxide monitoring, customized hearing test-based audio equalization, communications audio recording and much more! “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 join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

THROWBACK SUNDAY: Float Plane Flying with Wipaire! From June 2, 2020

FLOAT PLANE FLYING with WIPAIRE! - Learn all about Float Plane Flying: What's involved in getting the rating, types of planes, stages of flying and more! Amy Gesch joins us from Wipaire as we talk all things Float Planes! Get your feet wet next time you fly! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times.

Episode #116 - SocialFlight Live! - USAF Thunderbirds Pilot Col Nicole Malachowski (ret) on Pilot Health Issues

When Col. Nicole Malachowski was in middle school, women were prohibited from becoming fighter pilots. Against these odds, Col. Malachowski joins us today as a combat veteran who piloted the amazing F15E Strike Eagle in multiple war zones. She rose to become a flight commander, instructor pilot and flight lead, and has more than 2,300 hours in six different Air Force aircraft. She served as a White House Fellow and was the first female pilot with the famous United States Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team. She retired due to medical reasons in 2017 and, since that time, has transformed her life’s work into helping others facing similar life challenges. “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 join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

THROWBACK SUNDAY: MAINTENANCE NIGHT w/ Mike Busch and John Herman of Tempest Aero From May 19, 2020

MAINTENANCE NIGHT w/ Mike Busch and John Herman of Tempest Aero. Learn about these iconic leaders of aviation maintenance and discussion of some of the key issues that face our industry. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Join us for a fun and entertaining evening with some of the leading women in the aviation world! SHOW LESS

Episode #115 - SocialFlight Live! - The Van's Aircraft RV-15 with Greg Hughes and Rian Johnson

The Van's RV-15, is a bit of a departure from the past because the wing it on the top, poised to open the door to backcountry flying for future Van’s customers. Rian Johnson and Greg Hughes lead the management team at Van's Aircraft: the most successful experimental aircraft company in aviation history. Van’s Aircraft has sold more plans and kits than any other manufacturer and their customers have completed over 10,000 aircraft, flying in over 45 different countries. In a world where the majority of aircraft kits never see the sky, Van’s aircraft stand alone with more than one build completion happening every single day. “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 join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

THROWBACK SUNDAY! SocialFlight Live! - SR-71 Crew Phil Soucy & Ed Yeilding From May 12, 2020

An amazing evening with the crew of the awesome SR-71 Blackbird. Learn about the aircraft and the men who flew it! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. This episode features Air Show Night with Michael Goulian and Rob Holland talking about how they got involved in air show performing, their memories, experiences and aviation life during the current crisis. Join us for a fun and entertaining evening with some of the leading women in the aviation world!

Episode #114 - SocialFlight Live! - Melvin Williams: Boeing 737 Educator, Aero Mechanic, Pilot & CFI

As a Boeing 737 Educator, Mechanic, Aerobatic Pilot & CFI, Melvin Williams has his hand in many facets of aviation. Through his Instagram channel #melthetraveler and other media, Mel inspires, motivates and mentors young people to focus on their dreams and work hard to achieve them. It’s a message that is getting through loud and clear. With over 40,000 followers on Instagram, Mel is sharing his story of perseverance and diversity in aviation to young people who may never have seen, let alone set foot on a GA airport. “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 join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

THROWBACK SUNDAY! Airshow Night with Michael Goulian and Rob Holland From April 28, 2020

“SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. This episode features Air Show Night with Michael Goulian and Rob Holland talking about how they got involved in air show performing, their memories, experiences and aviation life during the current crisis.

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