flying

Bats have a specialized thin skin that allows their wings to change when a muscle is activated with every beat cycle of the wings.

Researchers explore the fascinating biomechanics and neuroscience of bats

Science

To get a true sense of wonder that surrounds the movement of bats, you just have to slow things down a little.

Above Picardy

Arts, Culture & Media

Special Guest: Erica Jong

Arts, Culture & Media

In What Language

Arts, Culture & Media
robot insect

What can fly, swim and dive? This tiny robotic insect.

Technology
Laptops and other devices larger than cellphones are banned for direct US- and UK-bound flights from certain airports.

The new carry-on device ban is reportedly about al-Qaeda and ISIS bombs

Conflict

Laptops, tablets, cameras and other items larger than cellphones are banned on passenger cabins of direct US-bound flights from certain airports in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Morocco, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. Britain imposed similar restrictions on flights from six countries, while France and Canada said they were considering their own measures.

Passengers wait for their delayed flights at Alfonso Pena airport in Curitiba city.

If holiday flying gets you down, we’ve got a CD for you

Music

Like millions of Americans, composer Michael Hearst hates to fly, from take-off to baggage claim. He can’t avoid planes, so he created a soundtrack to ease his pain, complete with a spoken-word cameo from comedian Whoopi Goldberg — another fearful flyer.

A departure board displays various cancellations at Ben Gurion International airport in Tel Aviv.

Despite recent events in Ukraine and Israel, flying over hot spots is business as usual

Conflict & Justice

Airlines have been criticized for flying over Ukraine — now they’re being criticized for halting flights to Israel. Who decides where it’s safe to fly? Pilot Patrick Smith says it’s a multi-layered process.Airlines have been criticized for flying over Ukraine — now they’re being criticized for halting flights to Israel. Who decides where it’s safe to fly? Pilot Patrick Smith says it’s a multi-layered process.