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What Are Decommissioned Aircraft Carriers?

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Decommissioned aircraft carriers are naval ships that are officially retired from active service. The process involves removing weapons, classified materials, hazardous substances like fuel, and sometimes even nuclear reactors. The ship gets stripped of any military equipment, which is then scrapped, used for parts, or repurposed as museum pieces. The process is detailed and can […]

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How Do Aircraft Wings Work?

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Did you ever wonder, “How do aircraft wings work?” Airplane wings work by generating lift, a force that allows the plane to rise and stay in the air. The wing’s shape, typically curved on top and flatter on the bottom, creates a pressure difference as air flows over and under the wing. Faster-moving air over […]

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How Do Aerodynamics of a Plane Work?

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Did you ever wonder, “How do aerodynamics of a plane work?” Aerodynamics studies how air interacts with solid objects, particularly how it flows around objects in motion, like airplanes. It involves understanding the forces of lift, drag, thrust, and gravity, which affect an object’s ability to move efficiently through the air. In aviation, aerodynamics is […]

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What Is the Role of AI in Aviation?

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Have you ever thought about AI and aviation? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science focused on creating systems capable of performing tasks that normally require human intelligence. These tasks include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI systems can analyze large datasets, recognize patterns, and make decisions with minimal human intervention. […]

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What Are FAA-Approved Dispatcher Schools?

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Are you contemplating becoming a flight dispatcher? If so, you’ve probably heard of the FAA or that you must attend one of the FAA-approved dispatcher schools like Sheffield School of Aeronautics. But what does “FAA” stand for? The abbreviation FAA stands for the Federal Aviation Administration.  Established in 1958, the Federal Aviation Administration regulates all aspects […]

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How Do Airplanes Work?

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When you were a child, you probably had many questions about nature that you asked your mom, dad, teachers, or anyone who would listen. Why is the sky blue? How hot is the sun? You might even wonder about man-made products like airplanes. At one time or another, you probably asked someone, “How do airplanes […]

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Does Rain Cancel Flights?

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Many people worry when they realize that it is raining on the day of their flight. They assume that the rain will delay or even cancel their flight. But does rain cancel flights? Rain itself will rarely even delay a flight, let alone cancel it. While the weather is a crucial factor regarding when or […]

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What Skills Are Needed to Be a Flight Dispatcher?

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What Is the FAA Telework Policy?

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Why Do Flights Get Canceled?

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