Ever felt like the plane stops in the air just before landing? It’s called Ground Effect. Here’s what happens 👇 When a plane flies high, the wings push air down to create lift. But when it gets very close to the ground — the air gets trapped under the wings. That trapped air forms a cushion, like the plane is sitting on a pillow made of air. This cushion gives the plane extra lift, so it starts to “float” for a few seconds before touching down. For passengers, it feels smooth and magical. But f