US EditionWhy There’s a Tiny Hole in Your Airplane Window and Why You Should Be Glad It’s There
- The tiny hole in airplane windows is known as a 'breather hole' or 'bleed hole' and allows pressure to equalize between the cabin and the center pane.
- The breather hole prevents condensation from forming between the layers, which could otherwise fog or freeze the window.
- The breather hole is not a design flaw; it is an engineered solution to high-altitude flight issues.
- By equalizing pressure, the breather hole reduces the strain on the window system, decreasing the risk of damage or structural failure.
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Why There’s a Tiny Hole in Your Airplane Window and Why You Should Be Glad It’s There
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