SciShow
Why Do My Ears Pop?
We’ve all experienced it, that annoying pressure in our head when we’re flying in a plane or a storm front comes in, then it pops! Find out how this popping happens and things to avoid so you don’t harm your ears.
MinuteEarth
Is There A Better Way To Power Airplanes?
It’s hard to replace jet fuel because the alternatives aren’t energetic enough, are too dangerous, or aren’t yet being made at scale.
SciShow
Terminal Velocity
The terminal velocity of an object is the speed at which the force of drag equals the force of gravity on that object.
SciShow
Why Can't You Bring Mercury Thermometers on Planes?
Mercury thermometers are handy and useful, but they could be extremely dangerous to bring on planes.
SciShow
Why Do Planes Fly So High?
We've all been flying high ever since the development of the jet engine in the mid-1950s. But why were jets were designed to fly at those high altitudes in the first place?
SciShow Kids
Playtime with Parachutes
From skydiving to recess, parachutes are used for fun and safety. So how do parachutes work to slow down people in the sky, or make a fun bubble to play in? Join Squeaks and Jessi as they show you how forces allow parachutes to do their...
Weatherthings
Glory
New ReviewWhile flying in an airplane, if you’ve ever noticed a bright colorful ring of color around the shadow of the airplane in the clouds, then you’ve seen a Glory! Glory is the name given to concentric circles of the spectrum of color on...
Bedtime History
The Wright Brothers Story
New ReviewThe Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were pioneers of aviation who achieved the first powered, controlled flight in 1903. Working from their bicycle shop in Ohio, they used observation, experimentation, and innovation to solve the...
The Daily Conversation
The World's Largest Airport | China's Future MEGAPROJECTS: Part 3
New ReviewChina is building the world's largest airport, the Beijing Daxing International Aiport, to serve the Jing-Jin-Ji megalopolis.
The Daily Conversation
The Future of Airplanes
New ReviewAirplanes will change immensely in the next 50 years as the industry limits its CO2e emissions. These are some of the innovations that are in-progress.
The Daily Conversation
Dueling MEGA-Bridges | China's Future MEGAPROJECTS: Part 8
New ReviewHong Kong and Shenzhen are each racing to finish multi-billion dollar mega-bridges across the Pearl River Delta to take advantage of inexpensive land and labor costs on the western side.
Curated Video
How to Travel with Your Puppy
Howcast - Learn how to travel with your puppy from dog trainer Robert Haussmann of Dogboy, Inc. in this dog training video from Howcast.
Curated Video
Top 3 In-Flight Skin Care Tips
Howcast - Learn the top three in-flight skin care tips from licensed esthetician Joanna Vargas in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Take Care of Your Skin on Vacation
Howcast - Learn how to take care of your skin on vacation from licensed esthetician Joanna Vargas in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Navigate an Airplane
Howcast -Learn how to understand airplane navigation systems from pilot Josh Kallenberg in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Land an Airplane
Howcast -Learn how to land an airplane from pilot Josh Kallenberg in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Do Airplane Takeoffs
Howcast -Learn how to do takeoffs in an airplane from pilot Josh Kallenberg in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
What's in the Cockpit?
Howcast -Learn what is in a cockpit from pilot Josh Kallenberg in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
Southwest Gets Rid of Open Seating
Southwest Airlines is moving to assigned seating, ending its long-standing open seating policy.
Curated Video
Airport Delays Continue After Global Tech Outage
Four days after a Crowdstrike software update caused a global tech outage, Delta Air lines faces major disruptions, with nearly 4,500 canceled flights.
Curated Video
Retired man travels around the world with a DIY cockpit he built in his basement
Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. Welcome to Malhas Airlines, non-stop from the basement….to the basement.
Curated Video
The prime spot on the plane when traveling with kids #brighttrip #travelkids #travelsmarter
The prime spot on the plane when traveling with kids #brighttrip #travelkids #travelsmarter
Curated Video
Inside NASA Facility Cruelly Dropping Helicopter Fuselage From the Air
Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for an exciting episode focusing on testing aircraft under severe conditions, including actual crashes. Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for an exciting episode focusing on testing aircraft under...
Curated Video
How Do Airplanes Keep Safe During Turbulence
Let's talk about the turbulence, explaining what it is and why it can be dangerous for airplanes. It can discuss how airlines use various techniques to keep passengers safe during turbulence, including adjusting the altitude and speed of...