{"id":11455,"date":"2024-04-17T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11455"},"modified":"2024-04-16T21:29:48","modified_gmt":"2024-04-17T04:29:48","slug":"things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things Pilots Wish You Knew Before You Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the vast world of aviation, the journey from the runway to the clouds is layered with intricate details that often remain behind the cockpit doors. As passengers, we&#8217;re more attuned to the in-flight movie or the turbulence jolting our coffee, but there&#8217;s a rich tapestry of knowledge and protocol ensuring our journey is smooth and safe. This article unveils those hidden facets of flying, shedding light on the nuances and intricacies pilots wish every traveler understood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Turbulence_Isnt_as_Dangerous_as_You_Think\" title=\"Turbulence Isn&#8217;t as Dangerous as You Think\">Turbulence Isn&#8217;t as Dangerous as You Think<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#The_Plane_Can_Still_Land_with_One_Engine\" title=\"The Plane Can Still Land with One Engine\">The Plane Can Still Land with One Engine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Cell_Phones_Dont_Interfere_with_Aircraft_Systems\" title=\"Cell Phones Don&#8217;t Interfere with Aircraft Systems\">Cell Phones Don&#8217;t Interfere with Aircraft Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#The_Shortest_Route_Isnt_Always_a_Straight_Line\" title=\"The Shortest Route Isn\u2019t Always a Straight Line\">The Shortest Route Isn\u2019t Always a Straight Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Landings_Can_Be_Hard_for_Good_Reasons\" title=\"Landings Can Be Hard for Good Reasons\">Landings Can Be Hard for Good Reasons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Cockpit_Security_is_a_Top_Priority\" title=\"Cockpit Security is a Top Priority\">Cockpit Security is a Top Priority<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#The_Oxygen_Masks_Have_Limited_Time_but_Enough\" title=\"The Oxygen Masks Have Limited Time, but Enough\">The Oxygen Masks Have Limited Time, but Enough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#We_Dont_Control_the_Cabin_Temperature_Alone\" title=\"We Don&#8217;t Control the Cabin Temperature Alone\">We Don&#8217;t Control the Cabin Temperature Alone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Holding_Patterns_Arent_Just_About_Waiting\" title=\"Holding Patterns Aren\u2019t Just About Waiting\">Holding Patterns Aren\u2019t Just About Waiting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Communication_is_Constant\" title=\"Communication is Constant\">Communication is Constant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#20_Cars_That_Have_Faded_from_Everyday_Roads\" title=\"20 Cars That Have Faded from Everyday Roads\">20 Cars That Have Faded from Everyday Roads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/things-your-pilot-wishes-you-knew-about-air-travel\/#Top_Used_Electric_Cars_That_Wont_Break_the_Bank\" title=\"Top Used Electric Cars That Won\u2019t Break the Bank\">Top Used Electric Cars That Won\u2019t Break the Bank<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turbulence_Isnt_as_Dangerous_as_You_Think\"><\/span>Turbulence Isn&#8217;t as Dangerous as You Think<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turbulence.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turbulence.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turbulence-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turbulence-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Tomas Urbelionis \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/interior-inside-plane-427990138\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/interior-inside-plane-427990138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While turbulence might feel unsettling, modern aircraft are built to withstand even severe turbulence. Pilots are trained to navigate through it and always prioritize passenger safety. Just like a ship navigating rough waters, an airplane can handle bumpy air. The seatbelt sign is turned on primarily to ensure you&#8217;re safely seated and to prevent injuries from sudden jolts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Plane_Can_Still_Land_with_One_Engine\"><\/span>The Plane Can Still Land with One Engine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jet-engine.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jet-engine.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jet-engine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jet-engine-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: frank_peters \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/jet-engine-modern-airliner-2188506913\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/jet-engine-modern-airliner-2188506913\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Modern twin-engine aircraft are designed to fly and land safely even if one engine fails. This is a requirement for certification by aviation authorities. In the very rare event an engine does fail, pilots are extensively trained to handle the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cell_Phones_Dont_Interfere_with_Aircraft_Systems\"><\/span>Cell Phones Don&#8217;t Interfere with Aircraft Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cell-Phone-on-plane.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cell-Phone-on-plane.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cell-Phone-on-plane-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cell-Phone-on-plane-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Alones \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/professional-business-woman-flying-airplane-using-2259379771\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/professional-business-woman-flying-airplane-using-2259379771\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The request to turn your devices to &#8220;airplane mode&#8221; isn&#8217;t because they interfere with navigation or communication systems. It&#8217;s mainly to ensure that passengers pay attention during safety briefings and to prevent potential interference with ground networks as the plane flies overhead. However, always follow crew instructions on this matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Shortest_Route_Isnt_Always_a_Straight_Line\"><\/span>The Shortest Route Isn\u2019t Always a Straight Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/flight-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/flight-map.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/flight-map-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/flight-map-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Janis Abolins \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/travel-world-travelling-by-plane-airplane-1885683046\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/travel-world-travelling-by-plane-airplane-1885683046\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Passengers looking at the flight map might wonder why the plane isn\u2019t flying directly to the destination. Air routes are determined by a complex set of variables, including airspace restrictions, wind patterns, and other traffic. Sometimes, a slightly longer route can be faster or more fuel-efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Landings_Can_Be_Hard_for_Good_Reasons\"><\/span>Landings Can Be Hard for Good Reasons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-landing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-landing.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-landing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-landing-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Tanhu \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/airplane-landing-airport-runway-sunset-2288643493\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/airplane-landing-airport-runway-sunset-2288643493\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A smooth landing feels nice, but sometimes pilots intentionally perform &#8220;firm&#8221; landings \u2013 in rainy conditions to prevent hydroplaning, on shorter runways, or in strong crosswinds. A harder landing isn&#8217;t a sign of pilot inexperience; it can be a calculated safety decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cockpit_Security_is_a_Top_Priority\"><\/span>Cockpit Security is a Top Priority<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cockpit-door.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cockpit-door.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cockpit-door-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cockpit-door-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Aliaksandr Bukatsich \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/closed-cockpit-door-on-airplane-1621119271\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/closed-cockpit-door-on-airplane-1621119271\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Post 9\/11, cockpit doors are fortified, and procedures are in place to ensure they remain secure. Pilots are trained never to open the door if there&#8217;s a disturbance in the cabin. The main goal is to keep the cockpit, crew, and passengers safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Oxygen_Masks_Have_Limited_Time_but_Enough\"><\/span>The Oxygen Masks Have Limited Time, but Enough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-oxygen-mask.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-oxygen-mask.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-oxygen-mask-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-oxygen-mask-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Svitlana Hulko \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/close-portrait-hands-flight-attendant-on-1815171902\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/close-portrait-hands-flight-attendant-on-1815171902\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If cabin pressure drops, oxygen masks will deploy. They provide enough oxygen for around 12-15 minutes \u2013 plenty of time for the pilot to descend to a safer altitude where you can breathe normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"We_Dont_Control_the_Cabin_Temperature_Alone\"><\/span>We Don&#8217;t Control the Cabin Temperature Alone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-air-conditioner.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-air-conditioner.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-air-conditioner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/plane-air-conditioner-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Shotmedia \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/air-conditioning-system-airplane-overhead-regulator-1761432656\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/air-conditioning-system-airplane-overhead-regulator-1761432656\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pilots do have control over the overall temperature, but there are various factors, like the sun&#8217;s position and number of passengers, which can make one part of the plane feel different from another. Blankets, air vents, and cabin crew can help adjust your personal comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Holding_Patterns_Arent_Just_About_Waiting\"><\/span>Holding Patterns Aren\u2019t Just About Waiting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Holding-Patterns.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Holding-Patterns.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Holding-Patterns-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Holding-Patterns-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Dogora Sun \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/airport-runway-lights-night-plane-airplane-2133112951\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/airport-runway-lights-night-plane-airplane-2133112951\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If your plane is circling before landing, it&#8217;s often in a &#8220;holding pattern.&#8221; This can be due to several reasons: air traffic congestion, weather conditions at the destination, or a temporary runway closure. While it may seem like unnecessary waiting, it&#8217;s a controlled procedure ensuring safe spacing between aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication_is_Constant\"><\/span>Communication is Constant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pilots.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pilots.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pilots-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pilots-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Skycolors \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/cockpit-modern-passenger-aircraft-flight-pilots-1705305991\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/cockpit-modern-passenger-aircraft-flight-pilots-1705305991\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Even if you can&#8217;t hear it, pilots are in regular communication with air traffic control. They&#8217;re getting updates on weather, traffic, and any other information necessary to ensure a safe flight. Silence in the cabin doesn&#8217;t mean inactivity in the cockpit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on <a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11455\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11455\">MyCarMakesNoise.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Prestigious Car Brands That Miss the Mark<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-9.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-9-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-9-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Viktor Prymachenko \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kiev-ukraine-october-03-2015-cadillac-395770228\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Behind the shiny badges and glossy marketing are some brands whose reputation for luxury doesn\u2019t quite match reality. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/buying\/10-prestigious-car-brands-that-miss-the-mark\/ss-BB1kNPhO?cvid=9c080af76fb542288c431204a79e90b9&amp;ei=40\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Cars_That_Have_Faded_from_Everyday_Roads\"><\/span>20 Cars That Have Faded from Everyday Roads<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-10.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-10-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-10-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial credit: Rakhmat Darmawan \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/surakarta-indonesia-march-5-2021-green-2135578633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once staples of American and European highways, these cars that defined the technological advancement of their ages now have their place as relics of memories in exhibitions and auto museums. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/news\/20-cars-that-have-faded-from-everyday-roads\/ss-BB1l4kXY?cvid=9c080af76fb542288c431204a79e90b9&amp;ei=46\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Used_Electric_Cars_That_Wont_Break_the_Bank\"><\/span>Top Used Electric Cars That Won\u2019t Break the Bank<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-11.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-11-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-11-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Grzegorz Czapski \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/poznan-poland-march-28-2019-white-1357526672\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll navigate the exciting landscape of pre-owned EVs, highlighting models that deliver the most bang for your buck. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/autos-hybrids\/top-used-electric-cars-that-won-t-break-the-bank\/ss-BB1l1bwR?cvid=9c080af76fb542288c431204a79e90b9&amp;ei=48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the vast world of aviation, the journey from the runway to the clouds is layered with intricate details that often remain behind 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