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physics enthusiast and electric bassist, recovering ex-engineer (there's a 12-step program for that but it's notoriously ineffective). Tries to answer questions on the stack exchange in order to help people and improve his game. Website full of weirdly cool stuff he's done at www.nielsenkillowatt.com

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53 What prevents a small plane like a Cessna or Piper from flying as high as a jet? Jun 29
37 Why do airplane indicators start at 12 (o'clock), unlike cars that start at 7? Mar 7
36 What could explain the fact that during 1976-80, I used to hear commercial jets make sonic booms while flying overhead? Jul 7 '20
31 Why are the colors of the MiG-15's attitude indicator inverted? Jan 26 '20
30 Why does Boeing use a trim wheel in the 737 and not their other products? Apr 1 '20
29 Low visibility spins and spirals: difficult-to-understand explanation of false perception Mar 17
27 Why is there a maximum landing weight limit? Jan 7 '20
26 How does increasing the size of a jet engine make it more fuel efficient? Dec 21 '19
25 How and why can multiple people control the Boeing B-29? Apr 23
25 How can flying high minimize drag and increase fuel efficiency? Oct 16 '18
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