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Video: ‘How airplanes are designed to feel bigger on the inside’

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This week’s video describes how manufacturers make their planes seem bigger than they are. Watch the video to find out how they do it.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. Why are Boeing making their windows bigger?
  2. What ’tricks of the eye’ do Boeing use to help their cabins look bigger?
  3. How does lighting contribute to the experience?
  4. Where do engineers want to draw your eye when you enter a plane?
  5. What unusual things can airlines do with lighting?

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How Airplanes Are Designed To Feel Bigger On The Inside

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