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Flying in Cargo Class: The Anatomy of an Air Freighter

As an airliner flies by, cargo and passenger jets look virtually the same.. Inside a freighter, though, it's an entirely different experience.

by Ken Hoke

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Holding Up to Heavy Metal: What Airport Runways Are Made Of

A mile of runway can take you anywhere. We take a look beneath the surface to see how runways are engineered and maintained.

by Gabe Andino

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De-Icing: Why Are They Spraying Our Jet?

If you’ve flown in cold weather, you have probably seen an aircraft being de-iced. Here's why they were washing your airplane with slimy green goop.

by Ken Hoke

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How the Ice Fighting Technology on Your Plane Makes Winter Flying Safe

Icing on baked goods is delicious. Icing on a plane can kill you. Unfortunately, many have died as a result, but the lessons learned have made preventive measures a piece of cake.

by David J. Williams

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Flying Through Clouds on the Ground: The Science of Fog

Meteorology Columnist Adam Daum gives us a clear understanding of fog: what the different types are, what causes it, and how it affects aviation.

by Adam Daum

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Flying in Cargo Class: The Anatomy of an Air Freighter

Holding Up to Heavy Metal: What Airport Runways Are Made Of

De-Icing: Why Are They Spraying Our Jet?

How the Ice Fighting Technology on Your Plane Makes Winter Flying Safe

Flying Through Clouds on the Ground: The Science of Fog

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