Jeff Nielsen
A weekly panel show where a crew of active and retired pilots gives the inside take on the latest aviation news, incidents, and culture.
This is a conversational multi-host show providing a pilot's-eye view of aviation. Each week, host Jeff Nielsen and a rotating panel of fellow pilots and aviation professionals break down news stories, from major accidents to viral videos of runway mishaps. They use audio and video clips to anchor their discussions, adding technical context, procedural explanations, and personal anecdotes from their careers.
“Unlike solo-hosted or interview-based shows, Airline Pilot Guy's strength is its panel dynamic, bringing together multiple experienced pilots to debate news and share 'plane tales'. The use of ATC audio and incident footage as direct source material for commentary provides an immediacy and technical depth that stands out.”
Who hosts this show
Jeff Nielsen, known as 'Capt. Jeff', is a retired airline pilot with a 35-year career at Delta Airlines. Prior to his commercial career, he served for over seven years in the U.S. Air Force as a C-141B transport pilot and a T-37 instructor pilot. He started the Airline Pilot Guy podcast to share the view from the cockpit, discussing aviation news, safety, and personal stories from his extensive career.
Credentials & credits
- Captain, Delta Airlines (Retired)
- B-727, L-1011, MD-88/90, B-717 Pilot
- U.S. Air Force Veteran (C-141B, T-37 Instructor Pilot)
- Graduate, Accident Investigation and Flight Safety School (USC/Norton AFB)
- Attended Auburn University (Aviation Management) and Georgia Tech
Other ventures
- airlinepilotguy.com
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01APG 713 - Land on the Polka DotsJun 27, 2026 · 2h 04m
- 02APG 712 – Holy Jump Seater, Batman!Jun 23, 2026 · 1h 58m
- 03APG 712 - Holy Jump Seater, Batman!Jun 18, 2026 · 2h 13m
- 04APG 711 – The 7-Eleven ShowJun 9, 2026 · 1h 46m
- 05APG 711 - The 7-Eleven ShowJun 6, 2026 · 2h 03m
- 06APG 710 – The Golly Gosh HawkJun 1, 2026 · 1h 56m
- 07APG 710 - The Golly Gosh HawkMay 30, 2026 · 2h 22m
- 08APG 709 – Left in the Lurch LizMay 25, 2026 · 1h 30m
Notable episodes
- 01APG 712 – Holy Jump Seater, Batman!
The crew discusses multiple major news items, including the firing of two pilots after a baseball coach was filmed in the cockpit and the heroism of flight attendant Barbara Jane Harrison in a 1968 crash.
- 02APG 711 – The 7-Eleven Show
Features a detailed personal story from co-host Captain Nick about experiencing atrial fibrillation and handling a difficult takeoff in a snowstorm, providing a candid look at pilot medical issues.
- 03APG 712 - Holy Jump Seater, Batman!
In his recurring 'Old Pilot's Plane Tale' segment, Captain Nick details the 1968 BOAC Flight 712 crash, focusing on the actions that led to a posthumous George Cross for a flight attendant.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a co-hosted panel discussion, not an interview show. Host Jeff Nielsen acts as a moderator, introducing news clips, audio segments, and listener feedback to a rotating crew of contributors. The tone is informal and conversational, like a group of colleagues debriefing at a pub.
Signature segments
- · The view from our side of the cockpit door
- · Getting to Know Us
- · Old Pilot's Plane Tales
- · The Coffee Fund
- · Radio Roger (Show Announcer)
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not feature external interview guests. Instead, it relies on a recurring crew of co-hosts and contributors, including active and retired pilots like 'Captain Nick', 'Alpha Juliet' (AJ), and aviation medicine expert 'Dr. Steph'.
- Captain Nickon APG 712 – Holy Jump Seater, Batman!
- Alpha Juliet (AJ)on APG 712 – Holy Jump Seater, Batman!
- Liz Piperon APG 712 – Holy Jump Seater, Batman!
- Dr. Stephon APG 711 – The 7-Eleven Show
- Tanya Weimanon APG 709 – Left in the Lurch Liz
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is primarily supported by its listeners through direct donations to the 'Coffee Fund' and a Patreon page. No traditional pre-roll or mid-roll advertisements were observed.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is Jeff Nielsen, a retired airline captain often referred to as 'Capt. Jeff'.
- Is the Airline Pilot Guy podcast still running?
- Yes, the show releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What is the show's format?
- It's a multi-host panel discussion. The crew analyzes aviation news, incidents, and culture using video and audio clips, and shares personal stories from their careers.
- Does the show have guests?
- No, it is not an interview show. It features a regular, rotating cast of co-hosts who are pilots and aviation professionals.
- How can I support the podcast?
- The show is listener-supported through a 'Coffee Fund' for direct donations and a Patreon subscription.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on its official website (airlinepilotguy.com), YouTube, and major podcast platforms.
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- [01]APG Crew Biosairlinepilotguy.com
- [02]Official Websiteairlinepilotguy.com
- [03]YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [04]Leading 4 Life Podcast Interview with Jeff Nielsenyoutube.com
- [05]Farol de Pouso Podcast Interview with Jeff Nielsenyoutube.com
- [06]Adventure Flying Podcast Interview with Jeff Nielsenopen.spotify.com
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