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Choose a Page:How does the jet engine work?When did humans first fly?When did the first powered aeropla...When did aircraft first go into ba...What is the world's largest passen...How do helicopters work?What is VTOL?Which aeroplanes are invisible?*What is the shortest airline flight?*What fuels do aircraft use?How does a glider work?How fast can Concorde fly? What is the shortest airline flight? The islands of Westray and Papa Westray in the Orkney Islands, Scotland, are linked by an air route across the stormy channel that separates them. The flight usually takes two minutes, but has been completed in just 58 seconds in good weather.   Previous: Back Book: 1001 Section: Science and Technology Chapter: Aircraft