Explore the unique mechanics and skills behind a seaplane’s takeoff and landing procedures.
Category: takeoff
5 Things You May Not Know About How Fighter Jets Take Off From Aircraft Carriers
Launching a jet from an aircraft carrier is a precisely choreographed process.
When Does A Flight Become Committed To Taking Off?
A look at what speed a plane reaches before it must go airborne.
Edelweiss Airbus A340 Sinks Toward Runway After Takeoff
The online video is attracting a lot of attention.
Lightning Strikes Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER In Stunning Video
Aircraft are struck by lightning an average of one or two times annually.
Why Do Aircraft Take Off And Land Into The Wind?
Taking off and landing in the wind is a priority for aircraft, dictating everything from runway direction to speeds.