We've all wondered it at least once—how do airplanes actually fly? What scientifically allows such a heavy metal contraption to stay suspended midair? Join Hank Green and learn about the impressive ...

Here's what that means for turbulence. Every flier waits to hear those magic words after takeoff: “We have reached cruising altitude; you’re now free to move about the cabin.” But what is cruising ...

Explains the basic principles and gives a brief history of airplane flight. Also includes descriptions of various types of airplanes https://siris-libraries.si.edu ...

Cold air can actually help airplanes fly more efficiently and smoothly once they are airborne. Most winter flight delays are caused by ground conditions like snow and ice on runways, not the cold air ...