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How could a laser pointer take down a plane?

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Is it just a myth that beaming a laser pointer at an airplane could cause a crash? Find out the answer and the science behind it at HowStuffWorks.

Can You ID These WWII Planes in Under 7 Minutes?

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Aviation history was made during the Second World War when aerial combat proved itself to be critical to warfare. Tens of thousands of planes took to the skies and made history. Think you can name them all? Strap in and show us what you got!

Can You Identify These World War II Planes From an Image Without Any Hints?

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Up and away and zooming through the skies, do you think you have what it takes to identify these beautiful aircraft from World War II? You do? Well, let's test your knowledge then, shall we?

What's the Biggest Plane in the World?

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The world's largest airplane is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about the world's largest airplane.

How the V-22 Osprey Plane Works

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The Osprey is a unique aircraft. How does it work? And what has caused its recent failures? Get an in-depth look at the aircraft's systems and design.

How Much Fuel Does an International Plane Use for a Trip?

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Although the amount of fuel may seem high, when you do the math, it's actually not so bad.

If You're Born on a Plane, What's Your Nationality?

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Babies are born when they want to be, even on airplanes midflight over the ocean. When birth happens 30,000 feet in the air, citizenship - among other things - gets a little tricky.

If you flew over an earthquake, would you feel the plane shake?

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Let's say a big one strikes the home planet. You, however, happen to be flying above the earthquake's epicenter when the natural disaster ripples through. Would you feel it?

Flying Spiders Glide Into New Territories

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Spiders don't have wings, so technically can't fly. But some arachnids can soar through the air with the greatest of ease.

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