Density altitude (DA) reduces aircraft performance; it's pressure altitude adjusted for temperature and humidity, and even one of these factors can significantly impact performance. High DA increases ...

The Colorado mission flights took place from an airfield situated at 5,800 feet above sea level, with temperatures reaching 36°C (96.8°F) and a takeoff density altitude of 9,500ft. The B23 Energic ...

Flying at high altitudes poses difficulties for commercial aircraft, especially if they are near their maximum altitude of ...

As part of the preparation for this article, BCA visited nine flight schools in Florida (1), California (1), Hawaii (2), Montana (1) and Utah (4) to sample autorotation training in helicopters. This ...

David asks: Hey Ray, why is it when it gets too hot, airplanes cannot fly? This is a great question because it can actually become too hot for some aircraft to fly. Thinking of hot air balloons, that ...

The proposed FAA conforming remodel of Aspen/Pitkin County Airport’s runway, taxiway, and aircraft parking to accommodate longer wing and heavier (50 ton+) aircraft presents some safety concerns ...

After COVID-19 delays, stratospheric research glider aims for 90,000-foot world record Nonprofit team collects climate science and aerospace engineering data en route to edge of space WASHINGTON & ...