How do Navy Pilots practice aircraft carrier landings before they actually land on an...?

The first time a student lands on a real aircraft carrier, they are alone in that jet. That fact surprises almost everyone, but it makes sense when you understand the enormous amount of preparat…

Top stories for Long   How do Navy Pilots practice aircraft carrier landings before they actually land on an aircraft carrier? Erika Fernandez, Knowledge in the aviation sector • Answered May 19 The first time a student lands on a real aircraft carrier, they are alone in that jet. That fact surprises almost everyone, but it makes sense when you understand the enorm... Read more » 490 23   Your response is private Was this worth your time? This helps us show content you find valuable. Absolutely not Definitely yes   Dennis Comito, Retired Senior Contract Negotiator at Conoco-Phillips (2003-present) • Posted Jul 19, 2022 A couple goes to Spain for a vacation. After a full day they decide to go to a nice restaurant. As they’re seated at their table, they notice the couple next to them gets served with a platter with... Read more » 2.2K 99   How far will the Voyager 1 actually travel before it stops? Asked in The Science Space • Answered by Bhushan • May 25 Voyager 1 is basically humanity’s longest-running “going out for milk” trip. The poor thing left Earth in 1977… and it is still leaving. Right now it is traveling through in... Read more » 1.4K 188   What happens if a pilot feels it's unsafe to make an immediate turn after takeoff at a busy airport? How do they handle that situation? RouteForge • Answered August 15 If a turn after takeoff is unsafe, pilots don't ask Air Traffic Control for permission to fly straight. They simply deploy one of the most powerful words in aviation radio:... Read more » 41 5   How do truck drivers perform such an amazing job of backing up their trailers into tight spots? Is it just skill, or do they have any equipment assistance? Steven White • Answered June 18 I drive a truck for a living. There is no equipment assistance. In fact while backing you are basically blind on your right side until fairly straight. I can however give yo... Read more » 740 71   What aspects of 1970s basketball would make today's star players struggle the most? HalftimeLedger • Answered July 24 Drop a modern NBA star into a 1975 game, and their offensive arsenal wouldn't just struggle—it would be literally illegal. Their very first crossover would draw an instant ... Read more » 179 61   Why were experimental craft like the X-15 able to fly in space then return to a plane like landing using no heat shield yet we haven't been able to develop a craft that can do it routinely? Is it because of the speed involved or something else? NovaPrism • Answered July 17 The X-15 survived returning from space without ceramic tiles for one paradoxical reason: compared to a true orbital spacecraft, the hypersonic plane was practically standin... Read more » 443 12   What makes Mini Coopers notorious for high maintenance and repair costs, and are there any specific problems owners should watch out for? Michael Long • Updated June 19 I convinced my sister to purchase a 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman because she wanted that car, and I assured her that I could fix anything that could possibly go wrong with i... Read more » 354 71   Do all types of Protein cause muscle gain? VitalSign • Answered July 31 Not all protein builds muscle. In fact, you could consume a massive dose of one of the world's most popular protein supplements after a workout and build exactly zero muscl... Read more » 207 13   Did the guests on the Johnny Carson show know in advance what they were going to talk about? FeverIndex • Answered June 25 Every "casual" chat on Johnny Carson's couch was meticulously orchestrated days in advance. Yet to ensure his on-air laughter was genuine, Carson enforced one strict backst... Read more » 1.6K 140   Why do celebrity chefs like Gordon Ramsay choose mass-produced stainless steel knives over more expensive options? MosaicPalate • Answered June 18 A $500 handmade Japanese blade will rust in tomato juice and shatter if dropped on a tile floor. That’s why chefs like Gordon Ramsay rely on $50 mass-produced factory knive... Read more » 126 6   Why did freight trains stop using those cool streamlined engines from back in the day? SepiaGlyphs • Answered July 15 In the 1940s, railroads wrapped their freight locomotives in sleek, aerodynamic shells. But the design died fast: aerodynamics are useless at 40 mph, and the solid shells m... Read more » 179 4 Read more in your feed

Never miss a story. Designed for readers on the go.

Missing out on Quora emails? Be sure to add us to your primary inbox. This email was sent by Quora (444 Castro Street Ste 1210, Mountain View, CA 94041). If you don't want to receive this type of email in the future, please unsubscribe. https://www.quora.com