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Why do those long, white clouds form behind jets flying high overhead?
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Contrails are those long white clouds that form in the wake of an airplane flying at altitude. What causes these contrails and what are they made of? Learn the answer to this question in this article from HowStuffWorks.
This Tiny Swift Bird Can Fly for 10 Months Without Landing
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Thanks to new technology, researchers have discovered that the common swift flies 10 months a year without landing, setting a world record for uninterrupted time aloft.
How do peregrine falcons fly so fast?
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Peregrine falcons are one of the fastest animals on Earth. Learn how peregrine falcons get their speed and which animals should take cover.
Flying High: The Aircraft Quiz
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Manned flight has altered the course of humanity. How much do you know about the aircraft of the world? Take this quiz to find out.
Fight or Flight: Unruly Passengers Have Made Flying Downright Scary
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Investigations into unruly-passenger incidents by the FAA have soared 168 percent through June over 2020's numbers. What's going on in the unfriendly skies? And what is the TSA doing to protect flight crews?
What Is a Group of Doves Called? Depends if They're Flying
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You’ve probably seen a group of birds take off in a sudden burst, but have you ever stopped to ask, what is a group of doves called?
Tiny Underwater Snails Fly Through Water Using Same Physics as Winged Insects
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A new look at the sea butterfly snail reveals a surprising case of convergent evolution. Learn more in this HowStuffWorksNow article.
Penguins: The Monogamous Tuxedoed Birds That 'Fly' Underwater
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HowStuffWorks looks at penguins, the tuxedoed swimming birds who mate for life and swim like Olympic champs.
5 Quetzal Species Flying in Central and South America
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The quetzal is a colorful, tropical bird that has fascinated humans for thousands of years. One species in particular, the resplendent quetzal, is thought to have inspired Quetzalcoatl" target="_blank">Quetzalcóatl, the Mesoamerican feathered serpent god.
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.