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Helicopters create a lot of noise, making it easy to detect when one is flying over a house. It is not uncommon for helicopters to fly over residential areas. However, detecting a military helicopter flying overhead may cause a homeowner to worry. So why would military helicopters fly over your house? TLDR – The most common

When a plane crashes, investigators retrieve the “black box” to determine the cause. To withstand the impact of the crash, fire, and water, the box needs to be virtually indestructible. So, what is a black box made of that allows it to survive the most severe plane crashes? TLDR – Black boxes are made of

Cessna aircraft are so ubiquitous that many people refer to all small piston-powered airplanes as “Cessna’s.” Their distinctive high-wing designs make them recognizable, even from a great distance. When it comes to training aircraft, the Cessna 152 and 172 are among, if not the, most popular planes for flight training in the world. Over the

Bomber planes became an essential military asset during the First World War and Second World War. Dropping bombs from planes allowed militaries to hit large-scale targets, including industrial facilities and infrastructure thus crippling the enemy. From strategic to tactical bombers, there are many different types of bomber planes. The first use of an aircraft as

Ever wondered if you could buy your own fighter jet? Fancy being the Top Gun of the household? Well, wonder no more as we look at the practicalities of buying your own fighter jet and whether it’s even possible. The answer may surprise you… So can any civilian buy a fighter plane? The answer is

Taking a drone on a vacation is a great way to capture unique experiences, allowing travelers to take aerial footage as they hike, surf, or sightsee. Before packing a drone with the rest of the luggage, find out whether your drone is allowed on the plane or not. TLDR – There are no TSA regulations

At the height of the Cold War, the strategic reconnaissance aircraft was a convenient piece of equipment. In the days before spy satellites and drones, one of the only ways to know what your enemy was doing was to fly over and have a look. But doing so was extremely dangerous. Several branches of the

Helicopters are used by every branch of the US military, including the army, marines, navy, air force, and coast guard. During the Vietnam War Era, different types of helicopters were crucial for providing support for ground forces, scouting locations, and deploying or retrieving soldiers. The United States used a variety of types of helicopters throughout

Flying on a plane is not inexpensive, which leads many travelers to shop around for the best deal on flight tickets. Instead of booking early, some travelers wait until closer to the departure date in the hopes of getting a lower price closer to the departure date. Unfortunately, booking late may cost more. TLDR –

When a flight is completely booked ahead of the departure date, travelers may hope for additional flights to get added. Instead of anticipating the airline to add extra flights closer to departure date, travelers may want to consider booking a flight on an alternative date or with another airline. TLDR – Airlines may add flights