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It's pretty safe to say we've all tried to make paper airplanes at some point in our lives. There's just something fascinating about taking a sheet of paper and be able to make it fly gracefully...
Where should you sit on an airplane if you're prone to motion sickness? If you have a connecting flight? If you're traveling with kids? Ask an airline agent about reserving the right seat for you.
Does anyone remember the Golden Rule? It is an easy way to remember to mind your manners. Behaving in a disorderly fashion is no longer tolerated by airport personnel or flight crews on United...
Air travel, now more than ever, can be a real hassle. Airline regulations altering, security measures changing, restrictions on fluids, etc. There are so many things to take into consideration...
Face it, most people cringe when they see an adult board an airplane with a child. Who loves screaming babies? Who cheers when a child runs down the aisle and knocks your arm off the arm rest? Or...
Model airplanes are a big hit amongst hobbyists, but not many know how to make one out of nothing but four aluminum cans! In this step by step guide, I will show you how to make your very own...
Most of us are guilty of not getting a good workout because that's exactly what it is. WORK. I am probably at the top of the list. Recently, I have started a new regimen. Instead of...
On January 16, 2009, US Airways Pilot Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger III made history when he landed Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in New York City. The emergency landing on the...
Cute and curious, ferrets are becoming more and more popular as pets. However, when a ferret wriggles its way into your heart and life, it brings a dilemma. As hard as it is to travel with cats...
Whether you are traveling on business or on vacation, with a little research online, you can find the cheapest airplane ticket available and have some extra spending money upon arrival to your...
Flying on a commercial airplane can offer photographers excellent opportunities to take amazing landscape photos with their digital cameras. Planes take us over terrain we would not normally be...
There’s nothing worse than to feel nauseous on an airplane. When you are cramped into small seats and sitting in between total strangers, being on an airplane is the last place you want to be...
Using an airplane telephone is as easy as 1-2-3. Simply follow the steps below.
Many people have their seat preference when flying on an airplane. Some people hate the middle seat, others absolutely will not sit on an aisle seat. Some people will pay more for an airplane...
Don't you wish there was a universal rule book of how to be polite on an airplane? It should be passed out with every airline ticket. Perhaps you can get the ball rolling by observing these steps...
Let's face it...sometimes you need a paper airplane at your disposal, and you need one fast. There is simply no time to take aesthetics or aerodynamics into account. Maybe someone threw a...
You can build an airplane out of Legos using several flat pieces. These are among the most common types of Legos. They are found in virtually every Lego set. Building a Lego airplane is therefore...
If you're like me, you absolutely HATE long plane rides. I live in Hawaii, so guess what? EVERY plane ride is a long plane ride. It's about 6 hours and 2500 miles to reach the west...
Relaxing on an airplane can be a very difficult task at time. Noisy engines, crying babies, and turbulance are just some of the many common distractions. Here are a few simple steps to fall asleep...
Do you spend 30 minutes or more on the bus, train or plane getting to work each day? If so, try stitching a needlepoint project. I travel a lot in my profession—mostly by train and airplane....
Looking for an wasy art project to do with young kids? If so, you have come to the right place. Let your childrens' minds take flight with the steps below...
Chex Party Mix is on my list of guilty pleasures--so downing a bag on an airline flight is cool--but it's a slippery slope. I'm not satisfied with one (the bags are so tiny), then the salt starts...
This summer my friend and I decided to invest our time and money into flying remote control (RC) model airplanes. We purchased a styrofoam kit and bought a nice RC controller. This eHow is my...
Buying your first airplane is extremely exciting. First time airplane buyers often choose to purchase a used plane. Because planes are held to strict standards in regards to maintenance and...
Airplane lavs are a necessary evil. Without them, airline travelers would be understandably miserable. On the other hand, they are often a source of misery themselves. There are some simple rules...
How to prepare your child for their first airplane trip? This may be a scary experience for some children. In this article, I will share my tips of preparing your child for their first flight.
Easy instructions on how to act on an airplane that every air traveler should know.
In the previous articles (see the Resources section below), we taxied to the runway, took off and leveled off at traffic pattern altitude. Now we have to get this airplane safely back on the...
There are so many different manufacturers of airplanes. Additionally there are multiple models. It adds up to hundreds of different planes and thousands of differing seats.
Everyone’s worst nightmare is getting stuck on an airplane next to a fat man who snores, farts, hogs the armrests and tries to convert you to a new religion. The second-worst nightmare is having a...
While airplane tickets are fluctuating in price, the economy is trying to pick itself back up, and it's almost down to strip searches going through security at the airport, there is something you...
If you plan to travel over the holidays, follow these ideas to save money when looking for and buying airplane tickets. There are many college students that fly home for the holidays, and parents...
When setting out to learn to fly an RC airplane, it can seem like a daunting task since RC airplanes are expensive and easily wrecked. Whether you want to make your childhood dreams of flying RC...
Due to the heightened security alert since 9-11, travelers think of ways of going through security more quickly, like wearing slip-ons to avoid tying and untying their shoes. However, travelers...
Most people will agree that vacations are great...once you arrive at your destination. The tough part is staying occupied on the plane. Here are some tips that will keep you busy as you fly...
If you're under 5'2" you know that not all airplane seats are made for us. Seats are simply too deep and our feet end up dangling. Wearing comfortable high heels can help - but who wants to...
Are you tired of making the same old boring paper airplanes? My 9 year old son designed this unique paper airplane & wrote his own article complete with pictures. I've seen this airplane in...
At the end of my "How to Taxi a Light Airplane" article (the link is in the resource section), I left us at the runway ready to take off. So, let's pick up where we left off and get this...
Flying - the skies are filled with airplanes and many refuse to fly because of their fear. Once you understand a little bit about airplanes and their safety, fear can be reduced and you may even...
Power on stalls are a stall of the wing of the airplane when at takeoff power. It simulates what happens when a airplane climbs too steeply during takeoff and is practiced so the pilot can learn...
Flying is one of the great universal dreams. Who hasn't imagined the thrill of peaceful, effortless flight? The good news is that learning to fly is more accessible than you think. Instructors,...
The most enjoyable days to fly an airplane are the perfectly clear and cool days. However, sometimes clouds form when you are flying and you must rely on your ability to interpret and use your...
Many people have a fear of flying and yet, must take an airplane now and again. Here are some tips to make flying a better experience and cope with your fears.
Airplanes attract dust, oil, exhaust stains and large numbers of bugs. These can accumulate and affect an airplane's flight performance. You can enhance an airplane's efficiency by washing it with...
Learn about starting a plane's engine in this free how to fly video.
A jet-type glider can be made from a simple 8 X 11 inch sheet of unperforated paper. When completed the airplane will be practically oblivious to air currents and consequently it will sail through...
If you've found a local flying club, asked questions, and practiced flying on a simulator, you are ready for that first RC airplane, your "trainer." You can use these steps to guide your...
Traveling on an airplane can be a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable experience. Follow these tips to help ensure that your next plane trip is stress free and pleasurable.
Wind is powerful and amazing. Just watch what happens to objects in a tornado. The definition of wind is a movement of air. Wind can either destroy or wind can be used for good purposes. If you've...
An airplane earache is caused by barotrauma due to pressure changes around the eardrum. Here's what to do about it.
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