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Physics of a plane

By: Owen Elling, Journalist

The physics of a plane comprise 4 things.  Lift is the force that causes an aircraft to take off, thrust is the power which pushes it forward, traction is the force that slows it down , and gravity is...

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Mitsubishi A6M "Zero"

Mitsubishi A6M “Zero”

By: Lucas Nguyen, Journalist

Its History The Mitsubishi A6M a.k.a "Zero" was  a single-seater propeller-driven  fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during WW2. It was designed by Horikoshi Jiro, produced by Mitsubishi...

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The Truth Behind Why Your Ears Pop in a Plane

By: Olivia Sim, Journalist
You're in an airplane excited to reach your vacation destination, when your ears suddenly feel like they're getting filled with some sort of invisible pressure. This phenomenon is sometimes known as 'Airplane ear' or ear barotrauma, and often ruins what is supposed to be a peaceful flight in the air.
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