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How Do Airplanes Defy Gravity and Fly?

How Do Airplanes Defy Gravity and Fly?

Update: 2024-11-21
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Ever wondered how those colossal metal birds we call airplanes manage to defy gravity and glide effortlessly through the skies? Get ready to unlock the secrets of flight as we unravel the science and engineering marvels that keep these giants airborne. 

Join us on an exploration inspired by young Samantha’s curiosity, where we talk about the four fundamental forces: gravity, lift, thrust, and drag. Then we cover how the unique design of airplane wings, combined with powerful engines, creates the perfect synergy to overcome these forces, allowing planes to soar with ease.

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How Do Airplanes Defy Gravity and Fly?

How Do Airplanes Defy Gravity and Fly?

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