What’s an aircraft canopy?

Aircraft canopies protect pilots from the elements and provide a clear view. Military canopies are often bulletproof. Early designs lacked canopies, and pilots had to withstand the elements. Canopy design evolved to include warning displays and pilot eject functions. In World War II, carrier-based pilots launched with canopies open to avoid drowning. Canopies led to […]

What’s a canopy tour?

Canopy tours involve traveling from tree to tree via ziplines, with platforms built in the treetops. They were created by students and scientists studying the rainforest canopy in the 1970s and are now available for adventure enthusiasts worldwide. Canopy tours have different levels of difficulty, with some being slow-paced and educational while others are more […]

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