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How Airline Crews Work
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In an office that cruises a mile or more above the ground, being an airline crew member can be tiring, but rarely boring. Find out how pilots and flight attendants get you from gate to gate.
Boeing B-29 Superfortress
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The Boeing B-29 Superfortress was the biggest, most expensive gamble by the United States during World War II, built with incredibly high expectations on a tight deadline. Read about the big advances in aviation technology brought about by the B-29.
Think a Drone Is Spying on You? Here's What to Do
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Many people worry that drones will invade their privacy, though experts say the fear is greater than the actual threat.
Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter
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The Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter directly led to the success of the Persian Gulf War. Learn about this classic fighter airplane.
How Drone Pilots Work
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If you're a drone pilot, you're on the verge of having a whole new world of career options available. Learn about drone pilots at HowStuffWorks.
Railroads During World War II
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Railroads during World War II were placed under more strict government control to aid in the war effort. Read about railroad industry of World War II.
Where exactly do they store pets on a plane?
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Traveling with pets on a plane might not be as bad as you think. Learn where airlines put pets on a plane and what your cuddly baggage's options are.
The 10 Worst Movie Product Placements Ever
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At this point in time, there's probably not much use in complaining about product placement in movies. The battle has been lost and product placements are now ubiquitous in films. Marketers invest heavily to get their products featured in popular movies or to have movie characters hold up their product for a few seconds. Filmmakers [...] The post The 10 Worst Movie Product Placements Ever appeared first on Goliath.
Can You Identify All These American Cars?
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Pace yourself for an exhilarating motor machine exercise! Now is your chance to identify the cars that continue to define or redefine American auto excellence. Sort through old and new American autos on this super informative quiz!
Lift or Drag? The Physics of Flight Quiz
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Long before the Wright brothers guided their fixed-wing aircraft over the North Carolina dunes, daredevils and engineers worked to decode the secrets of sustained heavier-than-air human flight. What do you know about the physics of flight?