Takeoff facts for kids
Takeoff is the part of flight in which an aircraft goes from moving along the ground (taxiing) to flying in the air, usually on a runway. For balloons, helicopters and some special aircraft (such as the Harrier), no runway is needed. Takeoff is the opposite of landing.
Images for kids
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Takeoff of a hot air balloon
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Three airliners taking off simultaneously (note similar pitch attitudes)
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A Boeing 737-800 retracting its undercarriages during takeoff
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Tow line and towing aircraft seen from the cockpit of a glider
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The Harrier Jump Jet, a VTOL aircraft
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See also
In Spanish: Despegue para niños
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