Explaining Flights | Aviation on Instagram: "Follow @explainingflights for aviation moments that look wild but make sense. That “vertical takeoff” you see from the ground looks like the jet is shooting straight into the sky. From inside the cabin, though, it feels completely normal. What you’re seeing is an optical illusion created by camera angle, perspective, and a powerful climb rate. In reality, the aircraft is climbing at a safe, calculated pitch that balances speed, lift, and engine power.