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It gives the bird a higher relative speed which generates more lift.

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Q: Why does a bird take off into the wind?
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Fastest take-off bird?

The bird with the fastest take-off ability is the diving peregrine falcon. This bird can take off at over 117 miles per hour.


Do airplanes always take off into wind?

Mostly they do, not always. It is more efficient to take off into wind.


Wind required for airplane to take off?

Yes a head wind and flaps set to mid for wing configuration


Does an airplane take off and land with the wind?

No. An aircraft takes off and lands into the wind. (Or as close as possible to directly into the wind).


What wind do you takeoff into?

If it can be helped always land and take off into the wind (wind in your face)


Does an airplane take off into the wind or with the wind?

If conditions (airport layout and traffic conditions) allow aircraft take off and land against the wind (headwind). This way the aircraft can take off or approach the runway at a lower ground speed.


Why do aeroplanes take off into the wind?

It helps them to get air under the wings its a much better take off


When was The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle created?

The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle was created in 1994.


What is the name of a bird that only flies in wind?

A bird that only flies in wind is called a magpie.


How strong of a head wind can a plane take off in?

It all helps. If a 747 takes off into a 40mph head wind its take off speed will be reduced from 180mph to 140 mph. Pilots much prefer the headwind as it allows them to take off much sooner


How can a bird remain stationary in the air while flying into the wind?

If the headwind is 20 miles per hour and the bird also flies at 20 mph relative to the wind then the bird will be stationary relative to the earth. However, the bird is not stationary relative to the wind.


What is the ISBN of The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle?

The ISBN of The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle is 0-679-77543-9.