Altimeter measures altitude above fixed level using atmospheric pressure. Most aircraft use pressure altimeters with nonlinear calibration. Skydivers and hikers use wrist-mounted versions
Air ACT operates cargo and passenger charter services based in Kurtköy, Istanbul. Founded in 2004, acquired by Yavuz Cizmeci and HBK Investments in 2006. Manara Investments Ltd. acquired 21% stake in 2008. Received SCATA Award for Air Cargo Operator of the Year in 2007
Wingtip devices reduce drag and improve aircraft efficiency. They increase lift-to-drag ratio without significantly increasing wingspan. Winglets prevent wingtip vortices and improve aircraft handling. They reduce wake vortices and improve safety for following aircraft
Born in 1897 in Atchison, Kansas, Amelia Earhart developed a passion for adventure from childhood. Worked as a nurse during World War I, developing interest in flying. Became first female passenger to cross Atlantic in 1928. First woman to fly solo across North America in 1928
Balloon is an unpowered aerostat that floats due to buoyancy. Aerostation refers to ballooning and lighter-than-air vehicles. First passenger flight by Montgolfier brothers in 1783
DJI Mini 4 Pro is the best sub-250g drone with D-Log M color and obstacle avoidance. Mini 3 is the best beginner drone at 248g with 12MP camera and 38-minute flight time. Mavic 3 Pro offers three cameras and 43-minute flight time for aerial photography. Air 3 provides dual cameras and 46-minute flight time at 720g. Avata 2 excels in FPV flying with 26-minute flight time and improved image quality