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Can A Plane Land In The Middle Of The Ocean? Here's What Really Happens
Pilots are trained for emergencies yet the ocean brings challenges that no runway can match. Understanding how aircraft behave over water helps answer this question with clarity.
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Why Do Flights Sometimes Go In Circles Before Landing
When a flight circles before landing, it's not a sign of trouble - it's a sign that safety, timing and coordination are being perfectly balanced in the sky.
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Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
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Why Are Train Roofs Curved? The Smart Science Behind The Shape
Whether it's a high-speed train or a cargo carrier, the curved roof is a defining feature. Let's take a closer look - you might be surprised at what you discover.
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Why Do Airplane Windows Have Tiny Holes? 5 Key Reasons
Let's take a closer look at the fascinating story behind these tiny holes and explore their importance in aviation.
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Howrah Bridge: 6 Fascinating Facts About Kolkata's Iconic Steel Giant
Whether seen in the early morning haze or lit up against the evening sky, the Howrah Bridge fills visitors with a sense of awe and respect.
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Why Do You Always Board Planes From Left Side? Here's The Reason
Dougie Sharpe, a TikTok creator known for sharing interesting facts, recently revealed the historical roots of this practice.
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Why You Can't Board A Plane With Coconut In Your Baggage
Food Banned in Aeroplane: Ever thought a simple coconut could be dangerous? Surprisingly, it's not considered safe for flights. Read on to discover why.
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NASA's $248 Million Project For X-Plane With Speed Of (Gulp) 990 Mph
Despite the fact that supersonic air travel has been around for decades, the time it takes to fly from New York to Los Angeles has changed little since the early days of commercial flight.
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India Ahead In Elite Missile Club With A "Star Wars" Like Advanced Air Defence System: 10 Facts
India today successfully tested a "Star Wars"-like system of an incoming enemy missile being destroyed by another missile. India has become the fourth country in the world to master the technology of hitting a missile with a missile. In the test carried out at 9:45 am from Wheeler Island off the coast of Odisha, a direct hit destroyed an incoming h...
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6 Secrets to Travel Better When on the Flight
Here's a comprehensive list of facts that you need to know before travelling by air and also measures you can take to overcome various problems.
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PM Modi Launches Shimla To Delhi Low Cost Flights Under 'Udan' Scheme Today: 10 Facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched UDAN, a scheme to help people to fly cheap to small towns. "Air travel is now not just for the rich, I want air travel to be for all," PM Modi said after flagging off flights from Jubbarhatti, an airport on the outskirts of Shimla. UDAN is short for "Ude desh ka aam naagrik", meaning 'the common man flies...
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Can A Plane Land In The Middle Of The Ocean? Here's What Really Happens
Pilots are trained for emergencies yet the ocean brings challenges that no runway can match. Understanding how aircraft behave over water helps answer this question with clarity.
-
Why Do Flights Sometimes Go In Circles Before Landing
When a flight circles before landing, it's not a sign of trouble - it's a sign that safety, timing and coordination are being perfectly balanced in the sky.
-
Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
-
Why Are Train Roofs Curved? The Smart Science Behind The Shape
Whether it's a high-speed train or a cargo carrier, the curved roof is a defining feature. Let's take a closer look - you might be surprised at what you discover.
-
Why Do Airplane Windows Have Tiny Holes? 5 Key Reasons
Let's take a closer look at the fascinating story behind these tiny holes and explore their importance in aviation.
-
Howrah Bridge: 6 Fascinating Facts About Kolkata's Iconic Steel Giant
Whether seen in the early morning haze or lit up against the evening sky, the Howrah Bridge fills visitors with a sense of awe and respect.
-
Why Do You Always Board Planes From Left Side? Here's The Reason
Dougie Sharpe, a TikTok creator known for sharing interesting facts, recently revealed the historical roots of this practice.
-
Why You Can't Board A Plane With Coconut In Your Baggage
Food Banned in Aeroplane: Ever thought a simple coconut could be dangerous? Surprisingly, it's not considered safe for flights. Read on to discover why.
-
NASA's $248 Million Project For X-Plane With Speed Of (Gulp) 990 Mph
Despite the fact that supersonic air travel has been around for decades, the time it takes to fly from New York to Los Angeles has changed little since the early days of commercial flight.
-
India Ahead In Elite Missile Club With A "Star Wars" Like Advanced Air Defence System: 10 Facts
India today successfully tested a "Star Wars"-like system of an incoming enemy missile being destroyed by another missile. India has become the fourth country in the world to master the technology of hitting a missile with a missile. In the test carried out at 9:45 am from Wheeler Island off the coast of Odisha, a direct hit destroyed an incoming h...
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6 Secrets to Travel Better When on the Flight
Here's a comprehensive list of facts that you need to know before travelling by air and also measures you can take to overcome various problems.
-
PM Modi Launches Shimla To Delhi Low Cost Flights Under 'Udan' Scheme Today: 10 Facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched UDAN, a scheme to help people to fly cheap to small towns. "Air travel is now not just for the rich, I want air travel to be for all," PM Modi said after flagging off flights from Jubbarhatti, an airport on the outskirts of Shimla. UDAN is short for "Ude desh ka aam naagrik", meaning 'the common man flies...
