As I write this we are flying at an inordinate distance above the Celebes Sea, at an approximate ground speed of 901 kilometres per hour, and 2390 kilometres from Hong Kong. I didn’t even know there was a Celebes Sea. Barely off the ground and I’m already getting an education.
Here we are, all 265 of us, gently, yet oh so single-mindedly, headed towards our singular destinations on the other side of our world. I’ve flown a lot this year. Mind you, not very long distances, but certainly more than once. In fact, I have hopped on a plane about 66 times this year, if you count the return trips. And each time, without fail, my mind turns to the laws of physics that make this trip even a remote possibility. I have no idea what those laws are. Not one bit. But I’m glad someone does.
As far as I’m concerned, it’s all magic.
And I marvel.
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Couldn’t agree more. I still think it’s extraordinary as I stare out that little window that this massive metallic object is aloft at all. Bloody marvellous.
Sorry to dispel the “magic” but is called lift created by the differential of air speed above and below the wing. Next time you are driving along stick your hand out the window and cup it slightly. You will feel it magically lift you arm.
I hear, and cordially accept your hypothesis. However, I prefer to think of it as magic…!
Apparently, the Celebes Sea is the second most pirated body of water in the world.
The learning just never ceases. Thanks!