We've all wondered it at least once—how do airplanes actually fly? What scientifically allows such a heavy metal contraption to stay suspended midair? Join Hank Green and learn about the impressive ...

A look at what airlines use to de-ice their airplanes, what temperatures and weather conditions make de-icing necessary, and what the process entails.

When you gotta go, you gotta go–even at 30,000 feet. The alarming noise ensues when you press the “flush” button in an airplane toilet and the bowl’s contents are magically sucked away into oblivion.

If you're reading this, you've probably been on your fair share of flights. And while you may understand the science behind how planes fly, there's still something magical about the idea of soaring ...

Instead of using water, airplane toilets use a vacuum mechanism to suck waste into a holding tank. The toilet system is safe to use while seated, as it is specifically tested that way. Avoid flushing ...