parabolic flight experiments

Parabolic flight experiments involve flying an aircraft along specific curved paths (parabolas) to create short periods of weightlessness or microgravity. This is achieved by climbing and then descending in a controlled arc, during which passengers experience near-zero gravity similar to conditions in space. Researchers use these flights to test science experiments, physics, and astronaut training in a reduced gravity environment. Each parabola typically lasts about 20 seconds, allowing for repeated microgravity conditions within a single flight. This method provides valuable insights without the need for costly space missions.