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79 votes

Why are planes generally painted white?

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What are the differences between fuel types (comparing with vehicles)?

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What are some of the differences between piston engines used in aircraft and automobiles?

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Why do many GA aircraft not have a "Both" fuel selector?

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Could the Wright brothers fly across the US today?

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What are these things hanging off the trailing edge of the wing?

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How can I politely remind ATC that I'm waiting for instructions or clearance?

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On crosswind landings, is it preferable to side slip or crab on final approach?

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Why isn't there a "check engine" light in airplanes?

55 votes

Why do passenger aircraft have the little airjets over each seat?

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My windsock is erect, what does this mean?

53 votes

Do pilots need to know how to use a sextant?

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Why is laser illumation of a cockpit an emergency?

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How dangerous is flying in a single-engine plane?

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Why is fuel usage discussed per time, not per distance?

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Why is dropping off passengers on the ramp by bus not more common?

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Why is the autopilot called "George?"

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Can a pilot take off at his own discretion?

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Can a plane fly backward if its propeller is in reverse?

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Why is the FDR and CVR put into water again after a water crash?

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Why can gliders fly for so long?

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What does ATC mean when they refer to "company"?

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Are pilots allowed to let passengers fly the plane?

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What is this star shaped symbol on the tarmac?

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Declaring an emergency: How should you report fuel remaining?

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Why do flight times differ between traveling East versus traveling West?

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Why are we still putting lead in our fuel?

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Why are propeller engines uncommon on airliners?

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I accidentally deviated from an ATC instruction as a student pilot. How bad was it?

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How do pilots stay disciplined and use checklists, even after they have become routine?

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