THE SCHIFF SHOW PODCAST
The Schiff Show Podcast hosts the audio portion of a monthly live aviation education variety show, presented by Captain Brian Schiff and sponsored by AVEMCO. Each one-hour episode focuses on a specific theme chosen from common accident causes, with segments including Accident Review, Regulatory Review, Training Topic, Technology Tips and Tricks, and Knowledge and Trivia Questions. The live video broadcast airs on the second Thursday of each month and is offered for FAA WINGS credit, with all episodes archived for later viewing.
Episodes
COMING IN HOT - Too Little Too Late
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFThis 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, delay
Non-Towered Airport Tragedy: No Call - No Chance
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFStep 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
ENGINE FAILURE! Prevention, Identification, and Confrontation
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter MARK TOMICICHWe’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
"Weather or Not? Avoiding the Bad Stuff"
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter GREG REVERDIAUAn 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, huma
"When Confidence Outpaces Preparation: Stepping Up Your Mental Game"
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter Lt. Col. TAMMY BARLETTEA 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
"Final Approach to Tragedy - Checklist and Discipline Gone Wrong"
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter JOHN NIEHAUSDuring 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 instruct
Wake Turbulence A Silent Killer - What You Can’t See Might Hurt You"
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter NED PARKSDuring 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 g
"PILOT-MECHANIC CHECKS AND BALANCES" - When Maintenance Errors and Missed Preflights Lead to Disaster
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFFWith special guest presenter JEFF SIMONOn 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 f
THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED" Lessons Learned From A Legendary Tragedy
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF.With special guest presenter CAPTAIN BARRY SCHIFFJoin 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 Danc
THE COURAGE TO WAIT: PILOTS AND THE WISDOM OR NO-GO
Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF.With Special Guest JEFFREY MADISONFasten 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
LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE COLGAN AIR TRADEGY
"LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE COLGAN AIR TRAGEDY"Hosted by renowned pilot and aviation expert CAPTAIN BRIAN SCHIFF.With Special Guest BARRY SCHIFFJoin 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 act
THINK RIGHT FOR A SAFER FLIGHT
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
FLY LIKE A PRO - SOPs Aren't Just for Airline Pilots
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
"A WORLD WAR II TRAGEDY THAT CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE"
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 th
HANDLING EMERGENCIES & PERSONAL INFLIGHT AIRLINE EMERGENCY: "SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT!"
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 knowled
"A TURN FOR THE BETTER"
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
FUEL PLANNING, EXHAUSTION & STARVATION
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
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