Are aft-facing airplane seats safer?
They may well be. But don't look for them anytime soon.
By Michael Klesius
Why do NASA launch times depend on lighting conditions?
It's all about the solar beta angle.
By Michael Klesius
Is bracing for impact really helpful in an airline crash?
Or is it just meant to make us feel like we're doing something?
By Rebecca Maksel
What happens if an airliner suddenly loses cabin pressure?
Let's just say it's not like it is in the movies.
By Rebecca Maksel
Why do airline seats have to be in an upright position during takeoff?
The rules are confusing, but the safety concern is real.
By Joe Pappalardo
Did Australians light signal fires for the astronauts?
And would they have been visible from space?
By Rebecca Maksel
Are there any photos of Japan's World War II "invasion fleet?"
How to hide thousands of airplanes.
By Joe Pappalardo
Who holds the altitude record for an airplane?
Depends on the category—and on who was watching.
By Rebecca Maksel
What does it take to become an "ace"?
And has anyone ever been stripped of that status?
By Rebecca Maksel
What determines an airplane’s lifespan?
Some keep flying for decades, while others end up on the scrap heap.
By Rebecca Maksel
Is the Boeing 757 a threat to other airliners?
An unusual wake vortex has landed this airliner in a class by itself.
By Rebecca Maksel
Where Does All the Airport Snow Go?
Clearing runways in winter is no small operation.
By Rebecca Maksel
Did Ron Howard exaggerate the reentry scene in the movie Apollo 13?
A little bit, maybe, but not much.
By Joe Pappalardo
How does the International Space Station dodge space junk?
The 200-ton orbiting behemoth can get out of harm's way, but not very quickly.
By Joe Pappalardo
How did the Apollo astronauts toss their spacesuits overboard?
Hint: They kept the most important part.
By Joe Pappalardo
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