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5 Reasons Commercial Airplanes Crash
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Although it doesn't happen often, large passenger jets crash for many reasons, from mechanical failure to pilot error.
10 Unsolved Airplane Mysteries
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Since 1948, more than 100 aircraft have gone missing while aloft and never been found. Here are 10 unsolved airline mysteries from HowStuffWorks.
Why do sinus problems get worse during air travel?
Many travelers experience sinus problems, especially in the air. Learn why sinus problems get worse during travel in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How LED Incapacitators Work
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LED incapacitators are non-lethal devices used by law enforcement officials. Learn about LED incapacitators.
Amelia Earhart Was Way More Than a Famous Aviator Who Disappeared
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Today she is best known for her disappearance, but Amelia Earhart was a pioneering aviatrix as well as a fashion designer and feminist.
How the Airborne Internet Will Work
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Imagine using a high-speed wireless Internet connection originating from an aircraft flying over your city. Learn about the airborne Internet and how you might use this technology in the near future.
Top 10 Pirate Birthday Party Ideas
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Ever considered having a pirate birthday party? Check out the top 10 pirate birthday party ideas at HowStuffWorks Family.
Humble Hero: Why Neil Armstrong Became the First Man on the Moon
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HowStuffWorks finds out more about the life and legacy of Neil Armstrong, the humble hero who became the first man to walk on the moon.
How Does Amazon Deliver Stuff So Fast?
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Amazon began disrupting logistics when it first formed in 1994 - and it's not stopping now. How does it and other e-commerce retailers get stuff to you so fast?
Can You Pass This Gen X Slang Test?
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Dude, everyone knows that Generation X slang is hella cool. Take this quiz, and we'll tell you whether or not you get props for your Gen X slang knowledge.