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Why Airplanes Fly at 35,000 Feet, According to a Pilot

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 ...
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NASA gets new F-15 fighter jet to chase its X-59 'quiet' supersonic aircraft

What role will F-15 jets play in the future of supersonic flight?
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Europe Clears Fastest Civilian Aircraft Since the Concorde to Fly in the Continent’s Sky

Canadian aircraft maker Bombardier said that its new Global 8000 flagship received the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification.
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How High Do Airplanes Fly—And Why?

If you’re a frequent flier, you may barely pay attention to the routine stages of flight. Still, you know the basics: After takeoff, the airplane climbs for the first 15 to 20 minutes before ...
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Is this the future of flying? An FAA-certified airplane that can land on its own

While passenger anxieties may be experiencing an uptick, one new design aboard a small aircraft is attempting to change the future of flying when it comes to safety. And it comes with just the ...

China's First 'Flying Aircraft Carrier' Just Completed Its Test Flight

China's first flying aircraft carrier, Jiu Tian, took to the skies in December. From its payload capacity to its wingspan, ...