As you’re sitting on the plane and waiting for takeoff, your airline pilot could activate a “ding” sound mid-flight — but what does that sound really mean? In a now-viral video garnering nearly 10 ...

A pilot demystifies the "ding" sound heard on airplanes. It's not an alarm, but a signal for the crew. One ding signifies takeoff clearance, another at 10,000 feet allows cabin service to begin, and ...

Those 'dings' on planes are more than just noise. They are coded signals between pilots and flight attendants. A chime during taxi means prepare for takeoff. Another at 10,000 feet signals it is safe ...

If you've ever flown on a plane, the chances are you've heard a mysterious series of chiming noises, usually just after take off. These loud "dings" aren't just random though: they actually have a ...