flying

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Travolta’s never been cavalier about his passion for flying and aeronautics, but rarely has he spoken as candidly about the source of that love as he does in “Propeller One-Way Night Coach.”

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

At the time of take-off, co-pilot Clive Kunder was flying the aircraft while Capt Sabharwal was monitoring.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The achievement gives scientists a new way to examine how the brain and body work together to produce complex actions, including walking and flying.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Apaches have been flying low over the strait for maritime patrols and precision strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I’m flying to Sunshine Island at dawn, to meet a boat from the adventure-cruise company Troppo Tourists.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr