What Happens When a Flight Crosses the Date & Time Line? | Aviation Explained
What happens when a plane crosses the International Date Line? Discover why passengers may land before they take off, how time zones shift, and why flights sometimes “lose” or “gain” a day.
🕒 What happens when a plane crosses the International Date Line?
This mysterious line on the globe isn’t just geography — it affects time itself! In this video, we explain:
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Why flights sometimes land before they take off
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How crossing the date line can “add” or “lose” a day
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What passengers experience when time zones shift instantly
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How pilots and airlines manage time changes during international flights
Crossing the date line can feel like time travel, but it’s all based on Earth’s rotation and international agreements.
👉 Watch till the end to see why flying across the world can bend time in surprising ways!
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