Traveling by plane remains, for many, a mix of fascination and fear. The simple act of detaching, gaining altitude and facing the sky arouses distinct emotions, especially in passengers less used to flying. Each phase of the air route brings its own sensations, some of which may seem strange or even disturbing to those who do not know the technical procedures involved.
“SUN”
One of these sensations occurs shortly after offspring and is described by many as a sudden “sinking”, which leaves the impression that the plane is losing height. For more nervous passengers, this moment can be particularly uncomfortable, even if it is a perfectly normal situation.
The explanation, quoted by the Spanish digital newspaper HuffPost, was given by Steve, a flight commander of American Airlines, with experience in several airlines, who resorted to Tiktok social network to answer frequent questions about aviation. According to the pilot, this phenomenon is directly linked to the so -called “noise reduction procedure”.
A requirement of residential zones
The commander explained that, in densely populated areas, often inhabited by people who do not want to live with the constant noise of the aircraft, the application of techniques to mitigate noise is required. Thus, after sharp -angled take -off, pilots reduce the power of engines by flying over these regions.
This adjustment, although safe, is perceived by passengers as a sudden break of strength. In practice, there is no risk, but the body feels the difference and the discomfort is installed on those who are not used to.
From engine to passenger seat
Steve also detailed what happens in the cockpit during this moment: “When I get to the point of the rise where I start collecting the flaps, the power goes from branch power to climb power.
It is a reduced configuration, so first hear, then feel a little in the seat, and at the same time the nose begins to get up as the flaps portray, which causes a slight balance of the plane. It is this uncomfortable sensation, ”he says, quoted by the same source.
POWER TRANSITION
That is, the “sinking” is no more than the result of the transition between different power phases and plane configuration, required to balance efficiency, safety and environmental impact.
A strange but harmless feeling
For pilots, it is a routine procedure, but for less accustomed passengers, the balance combined with power reduction may seem alarming. However, as Steve reinforces, the operation is fully controlled and is part of the routine of any offset in urban areas.
Thus, the next time this sense of loss of strength arises soon after takeoff, the explanation is simple, according to: the plane is still safe, it is only respecting the skies and those who live in the ground.
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