Why Planes Take Off and Land Against the Wind

Aviation facts are never dull! As any experienced pilot knows, planes take off into the headwind. Whether it's a small plane or a massive one, pilots take off into the wind instead of with it. It doesn't sound logical, does it? But it turns out, headwind increases the lift. Let's find out how it works and delve into some other cool plane facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices