Sentences with word «takeoffs»

«This result lends indirect support to the theory that avian flight evolved from tree - dwelling animals and not from land animals that required ground - based running takeoffs,» Peterson says.

Right now the facility's 10,000 - foot runway is being formed out of a mountain of gravel, but by 2011 it is expected to host the takeoffs and landings of space - tourism flights operated by its anchor tenant, Virgin Galactic.

Because ice on airplane wings can add weight and decrease lift, making takeoffs and landings more dangerous, airplanes are sprayed with antifreeze prior to departure in wintry weather.

Over the course of a few days, the bug team put the coatings through a series of real - deal takeoffs and landings on NASA Langley's HU - 25C Falcon aircraft.

When flying, Faloon used to lug a thermally insulated helmet in his carry - on bag that he'd put on during takeoffs and landings.

Makeshift runways would suffice for Dynalifter takeoffs and landings, putting destinations without airports in reach.

The East Hampton Town Board renewed the push to regulate takeoffs and landings at East Hampton Airport at its meeting on Tuesday, as an attorney described the potential ways to restrict, or even ban, aircraft deemed noisy, including helicopters.

While you may not always have a choice, try to travel at off - peak times or days so you'll have more space (and fewer other passengers to worry about); arrive early enough to get through check - in and security screening without sprinting to the gate (remember, you'll have to take your baby out of her stroller and carry her through the checkpoint) but not so early that she gets restless even before boarding; always preboard if you can so you can grab premium space in the overhead compartment and get your baby situated without a crowd waiting impatiently in the aisle behind you; time feedings to coincide with takeoffs and landings (If you're still nursing, offer the breast; if not, offer a pacifier or sippy cup to minimize baby's ear pressure); and bring plenty of drinks, snacks, and entertainment.

Generally I recommend a longer nonstop flight to help your baby avoid unnecessary ear pain during takeoffs and landings.

Its PAT200 personal air taxi is a hybrid - electric aircraft that features vertical takeoffs and landings and is optimized for quiet, efficient operation in urban environments.

Pleased But Not Satisfied and an article on Sir Alex Ferguson «I like to have at least one key book and one print article to read for takeoffs and landings, when you [are asked] to shut down your electrical devices.

Under the new guidelines, airlines whose planes are properly protected from electronic interference may allow passengers to use the devices during takeoffs, landings and taxiing, the FAA said.

We caught up with the duo between takeoffs to ask a few questions.

Our special issue chronicles the stars and dogs, takeoffs and flame - outs, mergers and meltdowns that made this a year we'll never forget

With a massive amount of takeoffs, landings, and other activity, it's incredible to watch.

As late as 1961, the island airport was Canada's busiest, with 212,000 takeoffs and landings.

That means more efficient air traffic control, fewer delays, and the potential for existing airports to handle as many as a third more takeoffs and landings.

But the 18,000 - foot mountains surrounding Paro, plus its unusually short runway, make getting there a scary proposition: Takeoffs and landings are among the world's most difficult, and very few pilots are qualified to land there, according to the Daily Mail.

I have never seen viral enterprise app takeoff like this before — all word of mouth.

Allowing Bombardier to give away a controlling stake in the CSeries might equally be not in the national interest, but this deal will almost certainly be cleared for takeoff.

A Beijing Capital Airlines Airbus A330 taxis before takeoff at Vancouver International Airport in early January 2017.

In a statement to the South China Morning Post, China Southern Airlines said that a man opened the emergency door of a plane before takeoff on a flight from Nanjing to Nanning.

The incident followed a Friday scare at JFK, in which an American Airlines flight was forced to land shortly after takeoff because of a mechanical issue.

A 30 - year - old man who was flying for the first time thought that opening the plane's emergency exit door before takeoff was a good way to avoid air sickness, according to the South China Morning Post.

While shares of Square had a nice bounce on the first day of trading, that can't be much encouragement to unicorns still waiting for takeoff.

At this point, unicorn companies are starting to look like airplanes waiting for takeoff at JFK — the line is getting longer, the pilot assures you that there is no problem, and you're pretty sure you could have driven to your destination faster.

A Southwest Airlines airplane flying to Phoenix was forced to land at Nashville airport shortly after takeoff because of a bird strike, a Southwest spokesperson said.

According to the report, a flight attendant alerted the captain after feeling wind on her face before takeoff and saw the door fully open.

You'll still have to bring your seat backs and tray tables to their full upright positions for takeoff, but those seatbacks are cushy leather and those tray tables are a respectable distance away from your knees.

SpaceX will stream the launch on its website starting 20 minutes before takeoff.

Before takeoff, every passenger receives the latest Pyongyang Times (North Korean Propaganda featuring a lot of Kim Jong - Un).

But it's relatively hard for new entrants to get a foothold in the U.S.: Market share is hard to accumulate when takeoff and landing slots at major airports are in such short supply.

The economic takeoff was a dramatic departure for Ireland, which was once the poorest country in the European Economic Community.

According to the report, this caused an, «uncommanded 30 degree nose - high pitch - up on takeoff, causing the aircraft to stall and its subsequent crash.»

Moisture in the aircraft's Port Transducer Units during air data calibration distorted the information in the bomber's air data system, causing the flight control computers to calculate an inaccurate airspeed and a negative angle of attack upon takeoff.

Shortly before the TAP Air Portugal flight was to takeoff to Lisbon on Friday night, an airport employee noticed the co-pilot walking unsteadily and smelling of alcohol.

United had spent the last two weeks embroiled in controversy after videos recorded by fellow passengers, which went viral, showed David Dao, 69, yanked from his seat aboard a Louisville, Kentucky - bound United flight before takeoff from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to make room for crew members.

The C - 5M model, first deployed in 2009, featured more powerful engines that allowed it to haul more cargo with less room needed for takeoff.

Young already had a history of acting as a watchdog for crew safety and firing off blunt memorandums when the Challenger exploded shortly after takeoff in January 1986, killing all seven aboard.

Giegel says no, since the gravitational force will be about the same as in an airplane at takeoff.

Terrafugia is a small American corporation that has developed a roadable aircraft called the Transition, best known for its ability for a vertical takeoff and landing and the fact that the cars are approved for both the road and air.

Southwest public - announcement flashcards posted on Quizlet indicate passengers get these instructions before every takeoff:

Other things to consider when bringing an infant on a plane include colder temperatures in the cabin, loud noise levels during takeoff, the change in oxygen level during the flight, and the presence of a properly secured safety seat, according to the Mayo Clinic.

China Eastern said the crew on Flight 736 noticed damage to the air inlet on the left engine after takeoff Sunday evening.

It is calculated by adding the on time ranking (1 — 50) to half the takeoff wait ranking (1 — 50) and half the landing wait ranking (1 — 50).

A runway might not be long enough to allow a plane to achieve the necessary extra speed for a safe takeoff.

One team created a takeoff on Reader's Digest, teaching about customer service under such familiar headings as «Laughter, the Best Medicine» and «Points to Ponder.»

This driving - flying machine is ready for takeoff.

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz on Tuesday issued an apology for the treatment of a passenger dragged from aboard one of its flights before takeoff on Sunday.

A passenger on a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Louisville was forcibly removed from the plane before takeoff.