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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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Why You Are Delayed: The Science Behind Thunderstorm Development

Thunderstorms are one of the top causes of flight delays. Meteorologist Adam Daum delves into the science behind this powerful force of nature.

by Adam Daum

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“The Why” Behind Accidental Door Slide Deployments

An Emergency Slide Inflated into the Cabin of a United Airlines 737. What Went Wrong? Plus: Evacuation Etiquette, and Everything You Need to Know About Doors.

by Patrick Smith

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Misused Aviation Terms, Part 1: Airlines and Accidents

Many terms are thrown around, whether it be by avgeeks, the news media or general public, that have official definitions aside from what is socially thought.

by Phil Derner Jr.

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Pilot and Co-pilot: What’s the Difference?

This question is one of the greatest causes of frustration for a pilot speaking to non-pilots about what it is that they do.

by Jeff Choi

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De-Icing: Why Are They Spraying Our Jet?

Why You Are Delayed: The Science Behind Thunderstorm Development

“The Why” Behind Accidental Door Slide Deployments

Misused Aviation Terms, Part 1: Airlines and Accidents

Pilot and Co-pilot: What’s the Difference?

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