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Why Is There a Tiny Hole in the Airplane Window? (2023)

If you just want an answer to the question

> Bleed holes, Captain Joe explains, “allow for pressure equalization between the space between the panes of the window and the cabin interior. Without these holes, the pressure difference between the cabin and the space between the panes would lead to stress on the window.”

2 days agoleft-struck

And then to answer the follow-up, the double panes are not for safety in case one breaks. They’re for thermal insulation.

2 days agostouset

doesnt mean the inside one isnt there to protect the outside one.

2 days agobutvacuum

This "article" is basically a transcript of a youtuber's explanation. At least they are quoted and not just copied.

2 days agokillingtime74

yeah, but some people don't want to, or can't watch a video, and prefer reading.

2 days agofragmede

I think their point is why not have an actual source?

2 days agolazide
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