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We're demystifying the different noises you hear on airplanes.

Why Airplanes Make These 7 Common Sounds During a Flight

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An anonymous whistleblower said they spent six years having nightmares of Boeing 787 aircraft “falling out of the sky” due to faulty engineering, concerns over which were routinely dismissed.The individual alleged that workers were “pressured” to sign off on safety inspections that had not been completed, and said they would no longer allow family members to travel on certain aircraft produced by the manufacturer.In a letter written to a special Senate Committee, which is investigating allegations made against Boeing, the worker said they did not want to identify themself out of concern they had been made to carry illegal work...

Boeing worker told Senators they had nightmares of planes ‘falling out of the sky’ and begged for safety fixes

From versatile clothes to useful gadgets, they're all I need for a comfy and safe flight.

I’ve Been a Flight Attendant for 10 Years, and I Never Board a Plane Without These 15 Genius Finds From $10

According to a quick Google search, around 2.9 million people fly every day. So the design of an airplane is of upmost importance, and you would have to assume a ton, and I mean A TON of planning goes into perfecting each detail. I know Boeing doesn't care much for keeping planes in the air, but they definitely hire the top of the top engineers to handle everything else. So how does it happen that on a $100 million plane, it got all the way up the chain of command and approved for the TV remote to be on a shared armrest?!?????!!!

Whoever Designed And Whoever Approved The Idea To Put TV Controls On The Shared Armrests Of Airplanes Are The Dumbest People To Ever Live

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 A passenger on a plane from Europe to the US was called “incredibly rude” after refusing to switch seats for a woman who wanted to get away from a crying baby.An unidentified man wrote about the kerfuffle on Reddit last week in a post that has now gone viral. According to the forum site, the man, 34, and his wife, 36, were flying back from Dublin to Washington DC. They had been assigned the middle and window seats but ended up having the entire row to themselves when one of the passengers didn’t show. Before the aircraft left the...

Plane passenger called ‘incredibly rude’ for refusing to switch seats hours into transatlantic journey

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The panic button on a car fob is incredibly useful. 
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The Panic Button on a Car Fob Is More Useful Than You Think


Don't make yourself an easier target for car thieves. Know which signs criminals are looking for and how to protect your car. 
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3 Things That Make You Stick out to Car Thieves


This bizarre piece of plastic below some big rig trailers has the internet puzzled.
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Why Do Some Semi Truck Trailers Have a Huge Plastic Kiddie Slide Underneath?


Here's how to legally fly with your gun on a plane. Follow the TSA's instructions and your local state laws. The process is easy. 
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How to Legally Fly on an Airplane With Your Gun


The deadliest plane crash in history happened on the runway, not in the air. It also involved two massive Boeing airplanes.
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The Deadliest Plane Crash in History Happened on the Runway


I’d like to see a breakdown of that wash, wax, and polish invoice.
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Just Stop Oil Activists Targeting Taylor Swift’s Private Jet Presented With $65K Cleaning Bill


You can refuse to comply with police officers as much as your voice will allow you to, but you could land in hot water. 
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Are You Allowed To Refuse a Police Officer When They Ask For Your License and Registration?


Many wonder how long a car starter lasts and how expensive they may be. 
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How Long Should a Starter Last in a Car?


It says passenger volume hasn't even peaked yet.
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The TSA Just Recorded Its Busiest Day Ever

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced


Here's when you can ignore drips beneath your car, and when you should see a mechanic immediately.
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Why Does Water Drip Under a Car on Hot Days?

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Paul Tibbets, the pilot of the B-29 (Enola Gay) that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima, requested no funeral or gravesite upon his death.

The Pilot of the Aircraft That Bombed Hiroshima Didn't Receive a Funeral or Gravestone


There are many signs your car might need a tune up. 
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3 Signs Your Car Needs a Tune-Up


Only one controversial 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe feature makes a difference for critics. But it's extremely easy to get over. 
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The Biggest 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Problem Isn’t a Deal Breaker


This simple fix may actually protect certain cars.
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Some Owners Are Keeping Their Keys in RFID-Blocking Pouches, for Safety

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Airplanes Are Painted White for Very Good Reasons


There's real science behind the color.
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Airplanes Are Painted White for Very Good Reasons

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