CHARLOTTESVILLE — Eastern Hancock students in Cody Hibbert’s seventh-grade science class had a hands-on lesson in paper airplanes last month. Students were challenged to create their best paper ...

Have you ever wondered why almost every commercial airplane is painted white? While it may seem like a simple design choice, there’s a fascinating blend of science, safety, and economics behind it.

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