Gone with the wind Even though aircraft are built to withstand heavy rain and strong winds, and pilots are trained to navigate through these conditions, flying through a storm can be a safety hazard.

Fighter jets (and other aircraft, like helicopters) often have to travel extreme distances, so how do they stay fueled? Easy.

but also routinely fly long distances (sometimes even fly across the Pacific). All airplanes use air to create lift and fly, and different types of winds can alter the flight dynamics of the airplane.

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