For airplanes, being struck by lightning is a matter of "when," not "if." The National Weather Service estimates that a commercial airplane will be struck by lightning one to two times per year on ...
Lightning is a powerful force, one seemingly capable of great destruction in the right circumstances. It announces itself with a searing flash, followed by a deep rumble heard for miles around.
A Southwest Airlines plane flying to Denver on Sunday was struck by lightning upon its descent as storms plagued the area over Memorial Day weekend. Southwest Flight 168 was approaching Denver ...
WERE STRUCK IN SUCH A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. OVER THE LAST SEVERAL WEEKS, THREE GRANITE STATERS HAVE BEEN TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL AFTER BEING STRUCK BY LIGHTNING ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. IT’S A ...
Flying is usually not an enjoyable experience at the best of times, but it can be downright scary for some of us. Especially when worrying about potential hazards or spending too much time reading up ...