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The short answer is what is the weather like - in clear weather and in daylight being able to see all the way to the horizon is easy. In cloudy weather it depends on how much clouds there is and what type of cloud, if it is thick cloud higher than where you are then you cannot see further than the length of your arm
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If you can see a plane flying at 36000 feet but it is low over the horizon how far is the plane from the observer?
That depends on the angle of elevation
When a plane is flying at 36000 feet is the bottom of the plane or the top of the plane exactly 36000 feet from the ground?
The height of the plane is quite insignificant, compared to the altitude at which it flies. In old times, the altitude couldn't be measured with such precision. Nowadays, with GPS, it might refer to wherever the GPS device is located - but it doesn't really make much difference.
How far can a flying dragon glide through the air?
10 feet
How far do you travel per second when flying at 1875 mph?
2,750 feet per second.
Can a six inch frog jump over 100 feet?
That is how they are designed, the have powerful backlegs that get them so far.
What is the altitude of a candle?
Depends how far you can get it in.
How can you measure attitude?
I guess you meant altitude. The most often used units are feet and meters. Russia and its surroundings are the only countries to use meters for altitude as far as aviation is concerned. Altitude is then measured with a barometer. International Standard Atmosphere has a decrease of 1hPa per 27 feet. Standard Atmospheric pressure at sea level is 1013,2 hPa, or 992 InHG. Aircrafts use this altitude although it's a false one since, anyway, everyone up there as the same error. As far as terrain clearance is concerned, they use Ground Radars below 2,500 feet. The pressure altitude is then corrected for real atmospheric conditions if real altitude above Main Sea Level is needed. Pressure at sea level and temperature are then needed. Another and easier way to get real altitude is to use GPS with a cover of at least 4 satellites.
Do you have to go into space to be called an astronaut?
No, you do not have to go into "space" to be considered an astronaut. I was a test pilot for the US Air Force and received my astronaut wings by simply flying above 65,000 feet pressure altitude. That altitude is not considered "space" as it is still within the earth's atmosphere. The qualifications for receiving astronaut wings is 1) be a member of the US Armed Forces or an employee of the FAA, 2) Fly above 65,000 feet PA (it must be documented by instruments and FAA or Military radar. As far as obtaining the title of "Astronaut", you must successfully complete current training as outlined by the US Air Force and the FAA. You can be considered an astronaut by flying above a certain altitude (as I am and wear the astronaut wings), but not be allowed to use the title because you did not complete the training.
How far from Hiroshima was the atom bomb released from the Enola Gay?
Enola Gay was flying at 31,060 feet and Little boy exploted 1,900 feet above the city.
Can helicopters fly into the stratosphere?
Helicopters are not very well suited to high altitude flight. By their very nature helicopters less suited for high altitudes than airplanes or balloons. Additionally, since the most common usages of helicopters deals in short hops or other low-altitude duties, modern helicopters aren't designed with high altitude flight in mind. The stratosphere is generally agreed to start at about 30,000 feet altitude. While this is pretty near to the helicopter altitude record (in 2005 an Ecureuil/AStar AS 350 B3 helicopter landed on Mount Everest (29,035 feet)) This is far higher than the ceiling of the average helicopter (10 to 12,000 feet).
When does high altitude begin?
Not sure how high you mean, but if you mean high enough that you need oxygen, you're looking at 20,000 feet. Anything from 10,000 feet upwards (if you are mountain climbing) you still run the risk of altitude sickness as the levels of oxygen are very low, but you can combat this with slow and deep breathing, and don't push yourself too far.
How far above sea level is yosemite national park?
The altitude of Yosemite National Park will differ depending on the location you're at in the park. Elevations range from as low as 4,000 feet in the valley to as high as 11,000 feet up in the peaks of Yosemite.
