AVIATION

Retro Video Shows What Flying in a Concorde Was Like in 2003

Champagne, caviar, and a “kerosene-like” smell made a supersonic flight aboard the Concorde one to remember.

There’s a reason they’re not rectangular.

Why Are Airplane Windows Round?

Believe it or not, the shape of airplane window is a matter of life and death.

Howard Hughes, the original rich and eccentric guy.

When Howard Hughes Bought a TV Station Because He Had Insomnia

The reclusive billionaire couldn't sleep and didn't have anything to watch. His solution was to buy a TV station.

This Is the Most Coveted Seat on a Flight, According to a New Survey

The most desirable seat combines more space and a quick exit.

1/72 Testors F19 Secret Stealth Fighter unboxing and review LIVE!

The ’80s Toy That Was Considered a Threat to National Security

The F-19 became the bestselling model plane of all time. Some feared it leaked some highly classified military secrets.

These balls actually do serve a purpose.

The Reason Behind Those Brightly Colored Balls Along Power Lines

If you thought the fluorescent marker balls had something to do with increasing visibility, you were right.

Why TSA Rules Vary From Airport to Airport

There’s actually a simple reason why TSA protocol depends on the airport.

A beaver that may or may not have parachuted out of a plane.

Watch Beavers Parachute From Planes in Footage From 1948

The best way to relocate beavers in the 1940s? Drop them out of planes, of course.

The connection between Area 51 and UFOs started with a top-secret aircraft.

The Conspiracy Theory That Made Area 51 Synonymous With Aliens

Conspiracy theorists were right to think the government was hiding something.

The 10 Most Turbulent Flight Routes in America

Turbli crunched the numbers on flight routes with the most turbulence.

17 Fascinating Facts About the Wright Brothers

They may be famous for their aviation feats, but the brothers also made a foray into the bicycle business.

Here Are Two Very Good Reasons Not to Sleep During Your Plane's Take-Off and Landing

Save your nap for the cruising portion of your flight.

Why Do Airplanes Feel Like They’re Moving So Slowly?

You know planes cover hundreds of miles per hour. So why doesn't it look like they do?

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The Best Time to Use the Bathroom On an Airplane, According to a Flight Attendant

The correct answer is “never,” but if you have to, you’d better time it right.

How Are Speed Limits Enforced by Aircraft?

Speeders on targeted stretches of road are monitored from the ground and from the sky.

Stick to listening to your pre-downloaded podcasts.

Why Can’t I Use My Cell Phone on an Airplane?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) bars the use of all transmitting devices in the off chance that transmissions could interfere with a plane’s navigation and communications equipment and cause system malfunctions.

Don’t forget to empty your water bottle before you get to the airport security line.

The Real Reason You Can’t Bring Water Bottles Through Airport Security

A CIA official explains the 3-1-1 rule and the lasting influence of Operation Overt.

And so Krypton sent their only son, Kal-El...

Failure to Launch: Why Winston Churchill's ‘Sarcophagus-Like’ Airplane Pod Never Took Off

The UK’s Prime Minister was in poor health but still needed to fly. The solution? Stuff him in a big egg.

“The Paper Airplane Guy” Teaches You How to Fold a Record-Breaking Flying Machine

John Collins's paper airplanes can spin, flap like birds, and make 360-degree turns.

What’s the Safest Seat on an Airplane?

The safest seat on a plane is also probably your least favorite one.

Why Is It Called a ‘Cockpit’?

The flight deck has long been known by a peculiar term—one that probably has to do with roosters.

2023 American Women Quarter featuring pilot Bessie Coleman.

New Quarters Highlight Pioneering Aviator Bessie Coleman

The first coin in the U.S. Mint's 2023 American Women Quarters Program features Bessie Coleman, the pilot who broke barriers a century ago.

Flight delayed or canceled? Here's what to do.

12 Things To Do When Your Flight's Canceled or Delayed

The next time you're stranded at an airport because of a flight delay or cancellation, follow these expert tips—and have a better chance at maintaining your sanity.

There Are Only 25 Blimps Left on Earth—Here’s Why

There are 25 blimps left in existence as of 2022, and only half of them are in use.