The Real Reason Why Plane Passengers Have to Keep Window Shades Up During Takeoff and Landing

While it might seem like an annoying ask, keeping the window shades open can actually be a helpful tool in dangerous ...
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The Real Reason Airplane Window Shades Must Be Up at Takeoff and Landing, According to Pilots

Flight attendants may require window shades to be up during takeoff and landing for passenger safety. Open windows let ...

UPS plane crashes on takeoff from Kentucky, leaving at least 7 dead

Officials said flames from the crash ignited a string of fires forcing authorities to halt flight operations through the ...
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Why Do Pilots Turn Off The Cabin Lights During Takeoff And Landing?

Anyone who has flown on a commercial flight will know the feeling of cabin lights dimming during takeoff and landing. Most airlines don't explain to passengers why exactly this is done, but we have ...

United Flight Aborts Landing at Last Possible Moment Due to Dangerous Winds in Chilling Video

A United Airlines flight from Newark to London aborted its landing amid strong winds from Storm Benjamin. The flight ...

Here's what we know about the deadly UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky

"Anybody who has seen the images in the video knows how violent this crash is," Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said in a news ...

Plane Makes Emergency Landing After Pilot Mistakes Knock on Cockpit Door for a Break-In Attempt 36-Minutes Into Flight

Ultimately, SkyWest Flight 6469 was cleared for takeoff, and landed at Los Angeles International Airport shortly after ...

What to know about the MD-11 cargo plane after the UPS crash in Louisville

The UPS plane that crashed in Louisville was a McDonnell Douglas MD-11, a long-range cargo jet known for its power.

IIT Madras develops breakthrough Vertical landing technology using hybrid rocket thrusters

IIT Madras pioneers hybrid rocket thruster technology for soft landings, advancing VTOL aircraft and UAV capabilities in ...