| 单词 | wingspan |
| 例句 | It was a good three feet in wingspan. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Gregor guessed the smallest one had a wingspan of about fifteen feet. Gregor the Overlander 2003-09-01T00:00:00Z Captain Snow stood hugely tall with an incredible wingspan. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z Yet eagles cannot control the location of the columns, and their maximum carrying capacity is strictly proportional to their wingspan. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z They were mock-ups of the actual aeroplane, with wingspans of up to five feet. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z With powerful jet engines and a wingspan longer than its fuselage, the spy plane was "part jet, part glider," according to Powers. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z It took all Cap’s wingspan to move the huge steering wheel, swinging the bus into a tight right and speeding off down the street. Schooled 2000-02-29T00:00:00Z By now Father had hung huge models of the flying machines—some up to six feet in wingspan—from the rafters, and these would twist and turn as if they were giant captive moths. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z Agent had just finished a huge back tattoo, an eagle with a shoulder-to-shoulder wingspan. Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel 2011-09-15T00:00:00Z As they came at us, I saw that they were as big as vultures, and their wingspan was twice their length. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Spire vultures are massive birds with five-inch talons and wingspans that clear twenty feet. An Ember in the Ashes 2015-04-28T00:00:00Z Far below another river churned, and above them birds with vast wingspans shrieked, their calls echoing down the rocky canyon. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z Its wingspan was at least ten feet across. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z “Such maneuverability! How does the wingspan compensate for the weight of the horse’s body, I wonder?” The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z Pah had the wingspan of an elephant and talons as sharp as knives. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z The very spirit of the place has been renewed: It has a bigger wingspan. Review: Wadsworth Atheneum, a Masterpiece of Renovation 2015-09-17T04:00:00Z Both are bold, voracious movers: Dylan Crossman’s wingspan probably exceeds six feet, and a single lunge easily transported him across the platform’s diagonal. In ‘Small Stages,’ Ellen Cornfield Sets Up a Tiny Platform 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z The condor – one of the world's biggest birds, with a wingspan of up to three metres – is supposed to be protected by a 2004 presidential decree. Fight of the condor: Peru bull fiestas threaten future of rare Andean bird 2013-01-29T14:54:28Z Here, children can get close-up views of species like the North American big brown bat; the Rodrigues fruit bat, which is endangered; and the Malayan flying fox, known for its six-foot wingspan. Events for Children in NYC This Week 2017-10-06T04:00:00Z Though scoured by wind, the islands are relatively temperate and abound with life: giant prehistoric-looking flowers, thousands of king penguins, blindingly white southern royal albatrosses with nearly 12-foot wingspans. My Five-Week-Long First Date 2021-01-01T05:00:00Z They vary in size, depending on costume, pose, wingspan or octopus-like appendages. A Connoisseur of Saviors in Capes and Tights 2018-07-03T04:00:00Z The west coast of Scotland was particularly thrilling – I learned to sail and fish, I caught wild mackerel for breakfast and saw sea eagles with two-metre wingspans. I gave it all up … to cycle the world with my dog 2015-07-09T04:00:00Z Though she has a wingspan of nearly three feet, she’s as light as, well, a feather. In northeast England, learning about birds of prey and their high-flying ways I was working on a play once with a dancer and she looked at my long arms outstretched and she said, “My God, Pamela, your wingspan.” ‘Funeral Diva,’ a Mix of Memoir and Poetry, Stirs the Body and Mind 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z It was around then that we spotted our first condor, one of the world’s largest birds with a wingspan of up to 10ft. Condor moments: trekking in Patagonia 2017-02-26T05:00:00Z One of the largest raptors in the world, the Steller’s sea eagle can weigh up to 20 pounds and have a wingspan of up to eight feet. Rare eagle spotted in Massachusetts 2021-12-22T05:00:00Z When she opens her arms, her wingspan is eaglelike; when she flares her hands, her fingers become talons. Dance Review: ‘Dido and Aeneas,’ From Mark Morris, at Mostly Mozart 2012-08-23T22:03:45Z She will not permit them lives of narrow circumspection: “I want your wingspan wide.” In Letters to the World, a New Wave of Memoirs Draws on the Intimate 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z They breathe fire and swoop overhead, some with wingspans as much as 46 feet. Spare Times for Children for Sept. 28-Oct. 4 2012-09-27T21:40:11Z Two straps of dough are stretched for each dish, drawn out to the wingspan of their maker, then torn lengthwise down the middle, the ragged edges all the better for catching drops of chile oil. The Sound and Fury of Handmade Dough at Very Fresh Noodles 2017-01-12T05:00:00Z The plane’s vast wingspan is covered with 17,000 solar cells. Walkabout: Snow in New York, Not So Much in Alaska 2015-03-09T04:00:00Z The slow movements include Balkan folk material that is often shared across players, so that two instruments — the clarinet and bassoon, for instance — briefly morph into a new organism with a wider wingspan. Review: Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Spotlights Albéric Magnard 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z We admired its beautiful black crest and impressive wingspan before it swooped into the canopy. Bears, Binoculars and Bucket-List Birds: A 15-Day Tour in Ecuador 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z For example, the body of a Cape vulture – too big for its wingspan, in theory – gives them the ability to manoeuvre inside and between thermals, allowing them to travel up to 100 miles a flight. TV review: Richard Hammond's Miracles of Nature; Nigel Slater: Life is Sweets 2012-11-05T22:00:01Z Speeding up the exercise produced enough power to make me lose my footing, even though the kite had a wingspan of only about two feet. Explorer: Kiteboarding in the Dominican Republic 2010-12-04T05:01:00Z Ms. Whelan, in a pale, backless dress by Karen Young, parts a curtain and enters from the back of the stage; she echoes his arm movements, but with a more voluminous wingspan. Review: Wendy Whelan’s ‘Restless Creature’ Is Full of Jagged Rhythms 2015-05-27T04:00:00Z When he extends his arms horizontally his wingspan is much wider than you would imagine. Dance Review: Shen Wei Dance Arts Performs at Judson Memorial Church 2014-04-30T20:49:29Z They vary in size, depending on costume, pose, wingspan or octopuslike appendages. A connoisseur of saviors in capes and tights 2018-07-13T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of 10 feet, the reef manta ray bore a wide-open mouth that seemed large enough to swallow one of us. Scuba Diving in Thailand: A Balancing Act 2016-02-18T05:00:00Z Buyers will need about 50 feet of open space to accommodate the wingspan. Antiques: Asian Art in Galleries and the Ukrainian Institute 2010-03-18T22:14:00Z It’s well known that he had affairs with many of his principal dancers — nearly all of them swan-necked, long-waisted, with improbable wingspans — and he played favorites. A New Biography of George Balanchine, Ballet’s Colossus 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z Ladled onto an olive oil-greased copper pan as wide as the socca-maker's wingspan will allow, it's baked in a wood-fired oven, emerging crisp on the bottom and as tender as a good Yorkshire pudding within. Socca is the crêpe of the Mediterranean South 2022-10-01T04:00:00Z His wingspan — its billowy effect — is completely hypnotic. The Dance of Too-Hot Summer? Melt Into the Pinegrove Shuffle. 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z The world’s most powerful bird of prey, the harpy’s wingspan measures up to six-and-a-half feet, and its massive body and four-inch talons are perfect for plucking up monkeys and sloths. Bears, Binoculars and Bucket-List Birds: A 15-Day Tour in Ecuador 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z “Pose” star Angelica Ross, guest of the San Francisco Chronicle, chatted with Justin Jones and twirled in her white cape, outstretched to an impressive wingspan. At correspondents’ dinner scene, Vanderpump rules. (Too bad, Tucker.) 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z What I’m most interested in is figuring out how the third movie could define the wingspan of what this series can be going forward. Can Movie Theaters and Netflix Coexist? Rian Johnson Makes His Case. 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z With her arched back, uplifted head, epic wingspan and a joyful command that radiates to her fingertips, it’s impossible to unglue your eyes from her. A Father-Daughter Pas de Deux 2014-05-15T04:00:00Z “But our perspective can have an enormous wingspan, if we give it the freedom to unfurl. . . . The key is to disengage yourself from all your ideas about what is ‘natural.’ ” ‘Euphoria,’ a novel based on Margaret Mead, by Lily King The connection between the bird of a moment before and this outsized wingspan apparatus is almost impossible to make. Bird-of-paradise rituals on display in National Geo show 2013-04-26T16:57:51Z I liked “Albatross” for him, because of his impressive wingspan, but we all decided otherwise after watching him voraciously tear into Little Debbie Honey Buns during the snowy days on the Smokies. From Georgia to Maine: What I learned on a 6-month hike along the Appalachian Trail 2016-02-18T05:00:00Z They’re alternately jealous of and attracted to one another’s plumage and wingspans. After a Climate Catastrophe, These Birds Flocked to the Moon 2022-09-02T04:00:00Z One of the film’s most staggering images is of Cruise in an F-18 whooshing just 50 feet above the ground, a height roughly equal to its wingspan. Winning the Skies Without Losing Your Lunch: Filming ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Bald eagle populations crashed, and these most magnificent of raptors — second only to California condors in wingspan and unequaled in their raging beauty — became perilously rare. A special reunion at the National Arboretum 2015-03-19T04:00:00Z In addition to the carp he catches, Burns sees Canada geese, mallards and herons with 6-foot wingspans. Let’s swim to work! 2012-09-15T13:30:00Z Ms. Kikta, in what’s known as the tall girl role, was authoritative and smoldering, gulping up space with her long legs and expansive wingspan. New York City Ballet Is Back, and the Real Jewels Are the Dancers 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z The great thorn in the king's side is an elaborately colored mockingbird with a massive wingspan. 'The King and the Mockingbird' is a very French, playful tale 2014-12-18T05:00:00Z With all cameras trained on them, they parade their 10- to 12-foot wingspan, seemingly aware of their celebrity status. Exhilarated in Ecuador, with time on his side Using puzzle pieces inserted into a dinosaur illustration, visitors can change the wingspan, body weight and breastbone size from large to small and back again, in all combinations. Fine Feathered Fiends: ‘Dinosaurs Among Us’ at the American Museum of Natural History 2016-03-17T04:00:00Z Only when approaching the smallest apertures, which were half a wingspan wide, would the birds automatically resort to the tuck and glide, even though they were unfamiliar with the setup. Hummingbirds' unique sideways flutter gets them through small apertures 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z It was more of the same in the second half, Mara committing a foul while allowing a basket over his massive wingspan. Adem Bona lives up to his billing as UCLA's best player in season-opening win 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Given its giant size, the wandering albatross must depend on air currents to help it soar and save energy as its 3-meter wingspan carries it over vast swaths of open ocean. News at a glance: Endangered plants, diversity in clinical trials, and testing fusion reactor walls 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Four more aircraft will be made at Alton in Hampshire, though the wingspan means each one gets broken down into parts to be assembled at its launch site. The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Using his unique wingspan at inside linebacker, Gentry had two tackles, one for loss, and a pass breakup against Stanford after missing the second game of the season with an undisclosed injury. USC vs. Arizona State four things to watch: Trojans embrace 'villain' mode 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z How does one vaccinate a 20-pound bird with a nine-foot wingspan and a hooked beak that is often found slicing through an animal carcass? Endangered California Condors Get Bird Flu Vaccine 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z They appear in the fossil record fully formed, some with 33-foot wingspans, and there is very little evidence of the ancestors that came before them. Clue to Pterosaur Origins Found in Fossil of Flightless ‘Rabbit Reptile’ 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z A charismatic 19-year-old who has the agility and the skills of a guard while standing taller than almost everyone, it’s little wonder Wembanyama’s time has been stretched more than his 8-foot wingspan. French phenom Wembanyama is enjoying his time on the court with draft hoopla over 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z The birds can have wingspans of up to 8 feet and generally weigh 8 to 14 pounds. Nature gone mad? Eagles kidnap baby hawk twins; kill one, raise other as their own 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z He offers intrigue as a raw developmental prospect with a 7-5 wingspan and defensive potential. Wembanyama’s long frame, versatile game has him topping list of ‘bigs’ in NBA draft 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z For now, he can make an instant impact defensively with his 7-3 wingspan. NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here's what might happen 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z He’s a pest defensively, using his 7-3 wingspan to harass ball handlers and shooters. Wembanyama, countrymen add French flair to international class of NBA draft prospects 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z They could look here at his teammate with Metropolitans 92, a 6-6 swingman who doesn’t score much yet but whose 7-3 wingspan allows him to impact the game on both ends even without doing so. NBA mock draft: Wembanyama to Spurs 1st, then Brandon Miller to Hornets 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z They have wingspans about half as wide as the eagles, and only weigh up to 3 pounds. Nature gone mad? Eagles kidnap baby hawk twins; kill one, raise other as their own 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z A New York Times analysis of the video of the attack showed the drones had a wingspan of about eight feet. Ukrainians Were Likely Behind Kremlin Drone Attack, U.S. Officials Say 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z But with a reported 7-3 wingspan and an ability to become a 3-and-D player, he could be too good to pass up. NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here's what might happen 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z At full term, the fetus folded up inside her womb had a wingspan of almost five feet, as wide as a park bench. The world’s first ultrasounds of wild manta rays reveal a troubling truth 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z Worldwide, there are fewer than 600 California condors, which can have wingspans of nearly 10 feet. Bird Flu Vaccine Authorized for Emergency Use in California Condors 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z California condors, which can have wingspans of nearly 10 feet, are critically endangered. How to Spy on Condor Parents With a High-Tech Egg 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z His wingspan is nearly 8 feet and he can nearly grab the rim — 10 feet in the air — without even jumping. Who is Victor Wembanyama? The NBA is about to get the answer to that question 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Famed for its bald, leathery visage and astonishing wingspan, the federally endangered California Condor symbolizes both a species on the brink of extinction and a thundering success story for conservationists. California condors barely escaped extinction decades ago. Avian flu could change that 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z In All-American Drew Sanders, they get a tall linebacker with a terrific wingspan who can also shift seamlessly between playing inside and outside, clogging the middle of the field or getting after the passer. Broncos focus on position versatility on Day 2 of NFL draft 2023-04-29T04:00:00Z So do wingspan, speed, play strength and willingness to block. Analysis | NFL teams that need tight ends are in luck. This year’s draft is stocked. 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z The wingspan of the bomber plane used to launch the drone is 108 feet. China readies supersonic spy drone unit, leaked document says 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z His wingspan is as long as a pool table, and his hands are as big as baseball mitts. O’Cyrus Torrence’s superhuman hamstrings are an NFL draft mystery 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The condor — a scavenger bird with a 9½-foot wingspan — is an endangered species that has been protected by federal law since 1967 and by California state law since 1971. At Least 3 California Condors Die From Bird Flu in Arizona 2023-04-09T04:00:00Z The California condor is one of the world’s largest birds with a wingspan of up to 10 feet. Avian flu kills 3 California condors in northern Arizona 2023-04-08T04:00:00Z In Indianapolis, his wingspan measured 82⅝ inches, the longest of any defensive back since at least 1999, according to the Mockdraftable database. Analysis | The NFL draft is heavy on cornerback talent. Will the Commanders capitalize? 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z Trumpeter swans are the largest native waterfowl, with wingspans reaching more than six feet in length and weighing over 25 pounds. The birds of Skagit County in winter 2023-03-19T04:00:00Z It includes a ground control station and satellite equipment and has a 66-foot wingspan. What’s known — and not — about US-Russia military air crash 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z Except that this bug, with its nearly two-inch wingspan, was way too big to be an antlion. ‘What Is This Thing?’: How a Jurassic-Era Insect Was Rediscovered 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z White storks can boast a wingspan of up to 7 feet, and can weigh up to 10 pounds, so require ample space to nest. In Spain, storks’ trash diet driven by climate change 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z Finally, the airplane was rolled out of the factory, through bay doors several stories high that could accommodate the airplane’s 225-foot wingspan. The Last Boeing 747 Leaves the Factory 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z A former Fox Hill prisoner released last year, Sean Hall, said he was briefly incarcerated in maximum security, where he was crammed into a cell no wider than his wingspan with five other inmates. Sam Bankman-Fried Is Expected to Agree to Extradition to the U.S. 2022-12-17T05:00:00Z As a pair of turkeys fight each other to establish dominance, their wings will flap and reveal their massive wingspans. The social lives of birds: Turkeys are violent, back-stabby, and class-obsessed 2022-11-25T05:00:00Z After emerging, the butterflies have a wingspan of almost 2 inches and a life span of 6 to 9 days. Will this rare butterfly found only on San Juan Island go extinct? 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z The birds do not want the next gannet over to get in their territory, even as they reside barely a wingspan apart. Faithful mates, hot tempers form primal life for gannets 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z The California condors’ vast wingspan helps them soar up to 15,000 feet without flapping for long periods. Flight of the Condors He is a tall cornerback with an unusually long wingspan who moves like a small cornerback. Analysis | What to know from NFL Week 7: Tom Brady and the Bucs are having a bad time 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z It has a wingspan of 33 feet, a range of more than 1,240 miles and can drop or launch small munitions. The Iranian Drones in Ukraine’s Already Crowded Skies 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of 68 feet, it was one of the largest aircraft of its era. The harrowing, forgotten journey of the first transatlantic flight 2022-05-21T04:00:00Z He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.48 seconds, jumped 42 inches vertically and has a 79⅞-inch wingspan, all 95th percentile or higher measurements for a linebacker, according to mockdraftable.com. Jamin Davis is making progress. The Commanders need that to continue. 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z The Atlas moth is the one of the largest known moths with a wingspan of up to 10 inches. First U.S. sighting of one of the world’s largest moths in Bellevue puzzles officials 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z Ms. Van Gorder said they found one of their captured pythons had consumed an entire adult great blue heron, an indigenous wading bird with a 6-foot wingspan. Everglades python hunt draws hundreds of snake wranglers competing for $24,000 in cash prizes 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z Fast and agile, he had a superior vertical leap and used his 7-foot-4 wingspan to block shots with his arm outstretched like a bowsprit. Bill Russell, basketball great who worked for civil rights, dies at 88 2022-07-31T04:00:00Z Archer is testing an aircraft with a 40-foot wingspan and 12 rotors. Look! Up in the sky! It's an air taxi, and they're coming to Los Angeles 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z "This species had a height similar to that of a giraffe," project leader Leonardo Ortiz said, with a wingspan that "defies the limits of our biological understanding". Flying reptile: Remains of scary prehistoric creature discovered 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z With its bald, prehistoric-looking head and a wingspan that stretches almost 10 feet, Gymnogyps californianus remains the largest land bird in North America and is a sight to behold in the wild. Scientists find new and mysterious DDT chemicals accumulating in California condors 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z The title, for instance, refers to the “large seabirds … Eight foot wingspan and gigantic in their confident gliding” that Limón once observed in the South Atlantic; she only learns what they are called afterward. Ada Limón is the poet of our lonely, terrifying moment 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z “It’s quite a sight to see an eagle with a six-foot wingspan having uncontrollable seizures because of highly pathogenic avian influenza,” said Victoria Hall, executive director of the University of Minnesota’s Raptor Center. Bird flu takes unheard-of toll on bald eagles, other birds 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z At 6-foot-5, with a wingspan of 7 feet, Walker used his length for leverage against offensive linemen as a starter on Georgia’s national championship team. Who’s No. 1 in the N.F.L. Draft? Depends on Who You Ask. 2022-04-28T04:00:00Z Tupandactylus imperator was a bird-like creature, with a wingspan of around 10 feet, and a large flat protrusion on their head, called a sagittal crest, that stuck up vertically like a shark fin. Pterosaurs had brightly colored feathers like toucans, according to a new study 2022-04-26T04:00:00Z “There’s something very magical about them. You look up and there’s a 10-foot wingspan flying above. It always gives me chills.” Scientists find new and mysterious DDT chemicals accumulating in California condors 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z With its six jet engines, twin tail fins and a wingspan nearly as long as a football field, Mriya hauled gargantuan amounts of cargo across the world, mesmerizing crowds wherever it landed. One Ukrainian war casualty: The world’s largest airplane 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z These brilliant hyacinth macaws, photographed in Jaú National Park in the Brazilian state of Amazonas, have the largest wingspan of any parrot on the planet. Decades of Photos Reveal Amazon Cultures Under Threat 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of up to nine feet, the California condor is the largest North American land bird and is considered critically endangered. Man convicted of setting Big Sur wildfire that killed 12 endangered condors 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z At 4 feet tall and with a 6-foot wingspan, the birds are easy to spot and a delight to watch. Heron Habitat Helpers keep watch and spread the word on Seattle’s official bird 2022-03-30T04:00:00Z If a lawsuit occurs, the measure would trigger a commission of experts who would determine eligibility in individual cases and evaluate students’ physical characteristics such as height, weight and wingspan, the legislation states. Utah Legislature overrides governor’s veto of transgender athlete bill 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z It boasted 32 landing wheels and a wingspan of 290 feet. One Ukrainian war casualty: The world’s largest airplane 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of nearly 10 feet, it is used by Russian forces to provide aerial reconnaissance of potential ground targets. Russian air force action increases despite flood of antiaircraft missiles into Ukraine 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z Holmgren can be posted up in the paint, but he relentlessly challenges shots thanks to his 7-6 wingspan and savvy timing. Analysis | There’s a lot more to Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren than his skinny frame 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z The drones, with a 39-foot wingspan, are assembled in Turkey but rely extensively on electronics made in the United States and Canada. Over Ukraine, lumbering Turkish-made drones are an ominous sign for Russia 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z The six-engine aircraft is 84 meters long and has a wingspan of about 88 meters. World’s biggest plane destroyed in Russian attack on airfield 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Only two planes have been built with larger wingspans — the Stratolaunch and the Hughes “Spruce Goose” — but each was used only for a single flight. Live: Live updates: Russia: Nuclear deterrent forces on high alert 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z He has a long wingspan that makes him a dynamic defender on both the perimeter and in the post, and his leaping ability makes him a solid contributor on the boards. NBA Prospect Watch: Baylor’s Jeremy Sochan on the rise 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The aircraft, with a wingspan of nearly 40 meters and length of 15 meters, can typically fly more than 30 hours. U.S. Air Force spy plane takes spotlight in empty Ukraine airspace 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Her wingspan has also been a weapon on defense. Sparks' deeper rebuilt roster boosts optimism for a championship run 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z It is sometimes seen near bald eagles, dwarfing them with its wingspan of nearly eight feet. Rare Steller’s sea eagle travels far from home to Maine coast 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z They can be identified by comparing the dimensions, including the wingspan and length, from satellite images. Tigray conflict: What do we know about drone strikes in Ethiopia? 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z He also has a long wingspan, allowing him to guard nearly every position on the floor, and is a willing lock-down player on defense. NBA Prospect Watch: Baylor’s Kendall Brown on the rise 2022-01-26T05:00:00Z Then it soared, its 5-foot white wingspan silhouetted against the inky night sky, to land on a large stone orb held by carved birds, part of an ornate fountain. Rare snowy owl soars over Washington, thrills crowds 2022-01-10T05:00:00Z But this wasn’t just any bird — it may have been a Haast’s eagle, which had wingspans between six and 10 feet, making the species the largest known eagle. This Extinct Eagle May Have Gulped Guts Like a Vulture 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z Now, scientists at the San Diego Zoo say the California condor — the largest flying bird in North America with a 10-foot wingspan — can be added to the list. California condors almost went extinct. Now, scientists say, they are capable of reproducing without males. 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z The wingspan and, therefore, the arms are a bit longer, which adds more room for slightly longer propellers. DJI Mavic 3 review: a pricey drone that performs 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Steller’s sea eagles are rare arctic birds with bright orange beaks and a 6- to 8-foot wingspan, which means they can outsize bald eagles. This eagle is very, very lost 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z “His wingspan and athleticism have been more impressive up close, in that regard.” Kent Bazemore showcasing his energy and defensive prowess for Lakers 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z He’s bigger than a bald eagle, and has a wingspan of about six feet. A very big eagle escaped from the National Aviary in Pittsburgh 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z While Sykes’ long wingspan made it easy for coaches to use her on defense, Trammell was one of the first to say she could be a great defender, not just tool in a system. Brittney Sykes can get defensive with the best: Here's how 2021-09-11T04:00:00Z “He has a lot of untapped potential. He’s athletic and skilled and, coupled with his size and long wingspan, we believe he can be an integral player in our program.” F Jo Smith transfers to Seton Hall from Chipola College 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Growing up to 2.5 feet tall with a wingspan up to four feet, the birds are not hard to spot. Majestic pink spoonbill birds seen in D.C. area, far from Floridian habitat 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z Country girls with impressive wingspans were directed to weight lifting. The Chinese Sports Machine’s Single Goal: The Most Golds, at Any Cost 2021-07-29T04:00:00Z Jones ranked ninth among prospects at the combine with a nearly 7-2 wingspan. USC freshman Mobley headlines list of big men in NBA draft 2021-07-27T04:00:00Z To test their research, Nicoll and her team built four drones with wingspans of about 6½ feet. It’s so hot in Dubai, the government is paying scientists to make it rain 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z To my relief, Eaton couldn’t have been nicer about my lack of preparation or know-how as I held my tape recorder as high as my meager, trembling wingspan could manage. After Bonding Over Basketball and Biking, a Big Loss 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z With its vibrant pink coloring, enormous wingspan, football-shape and rounded bill, the spoonbill is a sight to behold. Majestic pink spoonbill birds seen in D.C. area, far from Floridian habitat 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z The plane and its long wing borrow from the wandering albatross and its 11-foot wingspan that allow it to fly 600 miles without flapping wings. A Washington photographer’s passion: 600,000 photos of flying birds — and the incredible math behind it all 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z The kite's wingspan is about twice that of a peregrine - and male peregrines are smaller than females - so the intruder was significantly larger. Norwich peregrine falcons caught in battle with red kite 2021-05-04T04:00:00Z If you were to gaze skyward in the late Cretaceous, you might catch a glimpse of surreal flying giants with wingspans that rival small planes. How the Largest Animals That Could Ever Fly Supported Giraffe-Like Necks 2021-04-14T04:00:00Z The six-engine jet with the world’s longest wingspan took off from Mojave Air and Space Port two years after its maiden flight, following a change in ownership and purpose. Gigantic Stratolaunch aircraft takes off on 2nd test flight 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z Pitts had an 83⅜-inch wingspan, a 33½-inch vertical, and he recorded 10 feet, 9 inches in the broad jump while managing 22 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press. Jerry Jones has 'visions of sugar plums' imagining Kyle Pitts with Cowboys 2021-04-22T04:00:00Z These flying reptiles included animals such as Quetzalcoatlus and Cryodrakon, both of which grew to hundreds of pounds in weight and had wingspans in excess of 30 feet. How to Make a Hippogriff Fly and Other Flights of Fancy 2021-04-09T04:00:00Z The shark’s most striking characteristic is its pectoral fins, which stretch to a 1.9-meter “wingspan.” This eagle shark once soared through ancient seas near Mexico 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z When Europa Clipper is finished, the spacecraft is going to have the wingspan of a basketball court. Meet the Unsung Heroes behind Humanity’s Improbable Journey to an Alien Ocean 2021-03-09T05:00:00Z Players’ weight, height, wingspan, reach and hand size were measured earlier, and they performed the 225-pound bench press. Brandon Marshall hosts mini combine for draft prospects 2021-03-05T05:00:00Z In the twilight, she finally heard it: The duet of the Blakiston’s fish owl, an endangered species whose six-foot wingspan makes it the world’s biggest owl. The world’s biggest owl is endangered—but it’s not too late to save it 2021-02-05T05:00:00Z Because their wingspan can be up to three inches, this can be a bit unpleasant. Opinion | Before 2021 brings relief, the D.C. area will have another bug to fend off 2021-01-21T05:00:00Z It was an “impossible” virus: viral in nature but too big in scale, like a newly discovered Amazon butterfly with a four-foot wingspan. How viruses shape our world 2021-01-14T05:00:00Z The flight of the test aircraft - a battery-powered drone with a 9ft wingspan - was deemed a success. Greener planes of the future... or just pretty plans? 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z He has been sending out tapes of combine-style workouts showing the height, weights, wingspans and speed of players. ‘It’s just weird’: Pandemic uncertainty on recruiting trail 2020-12-15T05:00:00Z While starting relatively small, pterosaurs eventually achieved huge dimensions, with wingspans reaching 35 feet. Scientists clarify origins of pterosaurs, the dinosaur era’s flying reptiles 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z The largest are the flying foxes, stately creatures with broad wingspans, dog-like faces, molars for crushing fruit pulp and, in some species, long tongues for lapping up nectar. Opinion | The Virus, the Bats and Us 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z Vassell caught NBA teams’ attention with his long wingspan, versatility and hustle on defense, all components of a player who can fit into just about any roster right away. Five NBA draft targets who could make an immediate impact for the Wizards 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z Look, if he was two inches taller with a better wingspan, then you’re talking about a lottery guy for sure. Malachi Flynn has grown into a potential NBA first-round draft choice 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z They are the better defensive team, and with all those athletes with great wingspans, they’re neutralizing what looked to be the Heat’s one area of superiority: perimeter shooting. Perspective | The NBA bubble was a fascinating and successful experiment, but the Finals are a dud 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z “I would compare it to a scenario like playing basketball,” Poljan said of using his wingspan to his advantage. Virginia football goes big with two new 6-foot-7 pass catchers 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z “I think someone said my wingspan was too short,” Herro said. Analysis | Tyler Herro had an NBA playoff game for a rookie that compares to only Magic Johnson 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z Antetokounmpo is affectionately known as the Greek Freak, a reference to his unusually long wingspan and his home country of Greece, where he grew up. Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo Wins Second M.V.P. Award 2020-09-18T04:00:00Z California condors have the largest wingspan of any bird in North America — up to 9 feet. Condor facility burns in Big Sur fire, fate of some condors unknown 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z The C-17, with its massive fuselage and wingspan, figured to reach Madsen’s location in about four hours but ran into headwinds, making the trip longer as Deb waited for word. At age 60 and paralyzed, she tried to row across the Pacific 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z He said it scavenged bones and despite its size - the full-grown bird boasts an almost 3m wingspan - it was not dangerous to people or farm animals. Alps-dwelling large vulture spotted in UK 2020-07-13T04:00:00Z The majestic scavengers, the largest land bird in North America, with a 9.5-foot wingspan, once inhabited areas stretching from California to Florida and Western Canada to Northern Mexico. Endangered California condors in Sequoia National Park for the first time in 50 years 2020-07-08T04:00:00Z The drones, which have a wingspan of 3.3 feet and weigh 10.6 lbs., can carry packages around three pounds up to speeds approaching 70 miles per hour, according to the company. Kept Out of the Library, a School District Tries Summer Reading by Drone 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z Just a pinch of a spice grows a wingspan that doesn’t exist when it’s sealed in a spice jar. Spiced fried toast transforms egg in a hole into something exceptional 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z Moths evolved tongues longer than their wingspans to drink the nectar of local orchids. My, what big teeth and strange bones you have. Scientists discover a creature that roamed south of the equator 66 million years ago. 2020-04-29T04:00:00Z The Jets became ever more interested in Becton when they saw his footwork, his wingspan and his ability to move, despite being so big. Mekhi Becton, the Jets’ Top Draft Pick, ‘Moves People Like Furniture’ 2020-04-28T04:00:00Z Albatrosses are the longest-living wild birds, soaring on wingspans up to three metres wide. Why Willem Dafoe, Iggy Pop and more are reading The Rime of the Ancient Mariner to us 2020-04-24T04:00:00Z “My elevation and wingspan helps a lot,” Williams said. The Times' boys' basketball player of the year: Ziaire Williams 2020-03-28T04:00:00Z Both hands were waving — over here, over there, a full wingspan on display — as Bernie Sanders directed his most biting sarcasm at his “Republican friends.” As Coronavirus Crisis Unfolds, Sanders Sees a Moment That Matches His Ideas 2020-03-26T04:00:00Z Trooper’s 6-foot-plus wingspan was enfolded into the caring wings of Decatur’s Illinois Raptor Center and painstakingly nursed back to health. Bald eagle rescued by Illinois police returns to the wild 2020-03-15T04:00:00Z He nursed it to health, and it grew until its wingspan became longer than the man was tall. Indianapolis exhibit invites visitors to touch sculptures 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z Six other already known pterosaurs were also found to be closely related to the group, which features pterosaurs with wingspans between 10 and 26 feet, and narrow snouts. Game of Thrones honoured in new classification of pterosaur 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z Four birds with long thin necks and expansive wingspans soared over the pond. Bring up the bodies: the retired couple who find drowning victims 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z One of our largest and most spectacular moths, with a 12cm wingspan and a bright blue flash on its underwings, it was once considered extinct in Britain. A warm welcome? The wildlife visitors warning of climate disaster 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z Thus far, it’s all been speculation as to who is flying the drones with six-foot wingspans and what their purpose might be. Colorado, Nebraska sheriffs puzzled by nocturnal drone flights 2019-12-30T05:00:00Z Earlier this month, a study of 52 species published in Ecology Letters found that birds’ bodies are getting smaller over time while their wingspans are getting longer, apparently in response to rising temperatures. Millions of Birds Are Migrating Earlier Because of Warming 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z Averaging about 17 inches long with a wingspan of roughly 3 feet, crows are considered to be among the most intelligent birds in the world. Rochester’s Crow Patrol takes on messy, noisy birds 2019-12-14T05:00:00Z A threatened species, the grey-headed flying fox is one of the world’s largest bats, with a wingspan of up to a meter, and is covered in dark grey fur with an orange collar. Thousands of baby flying foxes starve after Australian bushfires 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z With a broad wingspan, reinforced landing gear, ruggedized structures and durable coatings, the Navy's F-35C is engineered for harsh shipboard conditions. Navy prepares its new Ford-class carriers for F-35C stealth attack 2019-12-11T05:00:00Z He says the birds most likely to survive migration were the ones with longer wingspans that compensated for their smaller bodies. Birds 'shrinking' as the climate warms 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z Turkeys can sprint 25 miles per hour, have keen eyesight and, with a wingspan of nearly 6 feet, are fast flyers, albeit for short distances. Turkeys in the northwest: Conservation success or nuisance? 2019-10-27T04:00:00Z The 6-foot-10 forward has such long arms that his toes nearly touch the ground when he hangs on the rim, and that wingspan has helped him lead the league in blocks three times. Analysis | Big Threes are out, Big Twos are in, and the NBA is the most balanced it’s been in years 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z When the Washington Wizards drafted Rui Hachimura ninth overall four months ago, coaches liked what they were getting: a two-way player with a massive wingspan and a ton of potential. With Rui Hachimura, first potential NBA star from Japan, Wizards make big play for new audience 2019-10-15T04:00:00Z The now vintage bombers – which are 74 feet long, with a wingspan of 104 feet – were used in daylight bombing raids against Germany during the war. Connecticut crash of World War II-era bomber spurs call for 'stronger' oversight of vintage aircraft 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z As the climate warms, birds are shrinking and their wingspans are growing, according to a new study. Birds 'shrinking' as the climate warms 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z The remains of the giant flying reptile, which had a 13-foot wingspan, are considered among the best ever discovered, according to paleontologists. 96M-year-old pterosaur nicknamed 'Butch' discovered in Australia 2019-10-03T04:00:00Z A force, indeed: A running theme ahead of the screening was Jolie’s immense influence on the film, which seemed to reach as far as Maleficent’s enveloping wingspan — from its fantastical costumes to its girl-powered soundtrack. Maleficent doubts her fitness as a mother. So did Angelina Jolie 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z He’s tall—six feet six—with a wingspan that makes it difficult to send balls past him at the net. Rafael Nadal Defeats Daniil Medvedev in the Best U.S. Open Men’s Final of This Century 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z But in college, he established himself as one of the nation’s top defensive linemen, one whose wingspan grew to nearly two inches longer than that of Joey Bosa. Chargers' first-round pick Jerry Tillery goes from 'gumpy' to gamer 2019-09-06T04:00:00Z Tennis had never seen such a tall woman with such an epic wingspan move with such speed and grace. Did Venus Williams Ever Get Her Due? 2019-08-22T04:00:00Z Ford was measured with an arm length of 32-3/4 inches prior to the draft, with a wingspan of just over 80 inches. He may be just 5-11, but Poona Ford is standing tall in the middle of the Seahawks defense 2019-08-05T04:00:00Z Nearly 3,000 Seattle City Light customers lost power early Friday, likely due to a crow touching two wires with his wingspan and causing a surge, according to a spokeswoman for the utility company. Crow causes power outage for thousands near Green Lake on Friday morning 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z On the other end of the court, Pierce is looking forward to incorporating Reddish’s 7-1 wingspan into a defense that last season was one of the NBA’s least efficient. Reddish looks to make new home with Hawks 2019-06-24T04:00:00Z The unmanned spy plane, which cost more than a hundred million dollars, and had a wingspan of a hundred and thirty feet, exploded in a fireball. What Will Follow Trump’s Cancelled Strike on Iran? 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z In the months-long jamboree of scouting, during which players are prodded, evaluated, and compared, one metric has gained particular cachet: wingspan. Zion Williamson and the N.B.A. Draftees Usher in a New Era of Basketball 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z Washington boasts a 7-foot-3 wingspan and improved his shooting last year after returning for his sophomore season with the Wildcats. Hornets draft Kentucky forward PJ Washington at No. 12 2019-06-20T04:00:00Z Lewis is six feet five and has the wingspan of a condor, along with a vertical leap that enabled him to start dunking in sixth grade. The Brooklyn Startup Helping High-School Athletes Go Viral 2019-06-19T04:00:00Z He’s a solid athlete with the potential to be a good defender with a 7-foot wingspan. Culver, Reddish top list of shooting guards in NBA draft 2019-06-16T04:00:00Z Nobody this side of Inspector Gadget has the wingspan to encroach on Durant as he rises to shoot. The Raptors froze against the Warriors, but the title stays theirs to lose 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z If you parked a B-52 in the middle of a football field, nose facing a goal post, its 185-foot wingspan would extend more than 10 feet outside each sideline. In blue Seattle, a B-52 bomber used in Vietnam is dedicated 2019-05-25T04:00:00Z A few years ago, they built a small plane with a 22-foot wingspan that now flies over the audience in every production of “FLIGHT: Dare to Dream.” Cruise line rivals Broadway with 134 shows, 50 theaters 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z At the combine, he measured an eye-popping 84 ¾ inch wingspan. Redskins thought about drafting Montez Sweat at 15 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z The cartoon highlights creatures such as the wandering albatross, which sports the widest wingspan of any bird alive, as well as the speckled coelacanth fish, a species that’s been around for 407 million years. Today’s Earth Day Google Doodle focuses on some of the planet’s record-breaking creatures 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z The Fish and Wildlife Service said peregrine falcons are typically 15 inches to 21 inches long with a wingspan of about 40 inches. Bridge inspection halted by nest of falcons 2019-04-15T04:00:00Z The world's largest aircraft by wingspan completed a successful first flight over California's Mojave Desert on Saturday. Stratolaunch, world's largest aircraft by wingspan, makes historic first flight 2019-04-14T04:00:00Z Its wingspan is longer than a football field. Stratolaunch, World’s Largest Airplane by Wingspan, Takes Its First Flight 2019-04-14T04:00:00Z A giant six-engine aircraft with the world’s longest wingspan – surpassing Howard Hughes’ infamous Spruce Goose – took off from California on its first flight on Saturday. Airplane with world's longest wingspan take flight, beating Spruce Goose record 2019-04-13T04:00:00Z A plaque near the corner of Hawick Street has interesting facts about these majestic birds that can grow to 4½ feet tall and boast a wingspan of more than 6 feet. Hiking among the hipsters: Strolling the Silver Lake Reservoir 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z The birds, whose wingspans can reach 8 feet across, need open, fresh water that’s not too deep, so they can feed off the bottom. The Comeback of Trumpeter Swans 2019-04-09T04:00:00Z Then each section was separated from the others and “read,” often in a double-truck wingspan, more usually folded back into single pages. The tingle is all around us: ASMR is the anti-digital digital phenomenon 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z The vessel, the largest plane by wingspan, is designed to carry rockets to blast commercial satellites into space. Stratolaunch, World’s Largest Airplane by Wingspan, Takes Its First Flight 2019-04-14T04:00:00Z At its most extreme, it ran five hundred and ninety six rows by nearly one hundred columns — sorting, for instance, by order, class, genus, habitat, wingspan, nest type, eggs, food and red-list status. She Invented a Board Game With Scientific Integrity. It’s Taking Off. 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of 2.5 inches and a body the size of a human thumb, it’s considered the world’s largest bee, and was feared extinct. The World’s Largest Bee Is Not Extinct 2019-02-21T05:00:00Z Featuring the largest wingspan of any Boeing jet, it will be unveiled to the public with some fanfare in mid-March. Heads up for Boeing’s new 777X and 797 airplanes 2019-02-28T05:00:00Z But Wallace’s Giant Bee — an Indonesian species with a 2½ -inch wingspan and enormous mandibles — was last seen by researchers in 1981; it was feared to be extinct. World’s largest known bee is rediscovered 2019-02-22T05:00:00Z In April, if all goes to plan, a spindly uncrewed aeroplane with a wingspan wider than a jumbo jet will take flight in Puerto Rico. High-flying pseudosatellites get their day in the sun 2019-02-11T05:00:00Z Then there was the wingspan on the raven costume that was too wide and tall to fit through a tunnel that led to the stage. ‘The Masked Singer’ costume designer takes us inside TV’s most colorful closet 2019-02-06T05:00:00Z Huff is gifted offensively but lacking on the defensive end despite being a very agile 7-footer with an enormous wingspan. Guy’s 30 points lead No. 4 Virginia past Marshall, 100-64 2018-12-31T05:00:00Z Some pterosaurs towered as tall as giraffes and had wingspans as wide as F-16 fighter jets. Feathers and fur fly over pterosaur fossil finding 2018-12-21T05:00:00Z With its eight-foot wingspan, the white Swoop drone resembles a robot albatross. An Island Nation Starts an Experiment: Vaccines Delivered by Drone 2018-12-17T05:00:00Z Why should we care about a butterfly with a wingspan of less than two inches? Recovery plan for endangered butterfly takes wing in San Diego 2018-11-27T05:00:00Z The turkey vulture is typically 32 inches long with a 72-inch wingspan, while the black vulture is typically 25 inches long with a 57-inch wingspan. Menace from the sky: Black vultures attacking calves 2018-11-23T05:00:00Z The plane weighs just 2.45kg, but manages to fit in a five-metre wingspan, battery stack, and a high-voltage power converter. First ever plane with no moving parts takes flight 2018-11-21T05:00:00Z They used a technique called geometric programming to find the optimum set of design variables that would also minimize the aircraft’s wingspan and, in turn, its weight, electrical-power requirements and cost. Flying with ionic wind 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z Frese likes Watson as a defender — her wingspan gives the team some extra length and her work ethic is tireless. Bent but not broken: 10 months after ACL tear, Maryland’s Blair Watson is back 2018-11-17T05:00:00Z It is the size of a combat aircraft with a wingspan of 72 feet and a length of 33 feet. Air show features sneak peak of China's stealth combat drone years before 2022 rollout 2018-11-07T05:00:00Z This is now replaced with an automated, satellite-guided path that is much more precise - narrowed to the wingspan of a jet - and descends in a smooth, continuous curve. As Sea-Tac traffic booms, distant neighborhoods are noisy 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z This is now replaced with an automated, satellite-guided path that is much more precise — narrowed to the wingspan of a jet — and descends in a smooth, continuous curve. As Sea-Tac Airport traffic booms, distant neighborhoods are noisy despite FAA plan 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z When Stratolaunch flies it would be the largest plane, as measured by wingspan, ever to take to the skies, bigger even than Howard Hughes’s famed Spruce Goose, which flew once, in 1947. Paul Allen spent years building the world’s biggest airplane. He’ll never see it fly. 2018-10-18T04:00:00Z Stratolaunch, with a wingspan longer than a football field, two cockpits, six engines and 28 wheels, will eventually be used to transport rockets carrying satellites and rocket ships. Paul Allen's Stratolaunch, world's largest airplane, completes key taxi test days after his death 2018-10-19T04:00:00Z She pointed to the competitive advantage of the wingspan of Michael Phelps, not to mention the long legs of Usain Bolt. Track star Semenya adds fans as testosterone battle drags 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z A cappella, unprompted, voce forte, her arms flung out to full wingspan, her head tossed back to bare her throat. Lady Gaga Isn’t Done Shape-Shifting Yet 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z They also worked to teach him how to best utilize his 7-foot-3 wingspan, the kind of attribute that helps a player succeed defensively. Once-reluctant Ingram looks to make some noise in his third Lakers season - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-02T04:00:00Z California condors are one of the world’s largest birds with a wingspan up to 10 feet. Reward offered in shooting of endangered California condor 2018-09-10T04:00:00Z It didn’t even matter that his wingspan improbably measures 80 ¼ inches, which is roughly the average for a person seven inches taller. Seahawks’ rookie Poona Ford out to prove he’s so much more than a measurement 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z Its wingspan measures 385 feet, which is larger than a football field, making it the biggest plane ever built. Microsoft co-founder’s space venture plans to create three new rockets, including a spaceplane 2018-08-20T04:00:00Z She may give herself away by wearing a huge sunhat that has no obvious function on the 6am flight to Split or Catania – other than having a wingspan wider than her Away carry-on suitcase. How to pack the perfect hand-luggage holiday wardrobe 2018-07-31T04:00:00Z The aircraft is an MQ-9B Predator, which is 38 feet long with a wingspan of 79 feet. Trans-Atlantic drone flight set to leave from North Dakota 2018-07-10T04:00:00Z In comparison with Troy Brown Jr., a true small forward/guard with a wingspan stretching past 6-10, Bridges does not have remarkable length. Four NBA draft targets to re-invigorate Wizards’ aging interior 2018-06-20T04:00:00Z So he's got the biggest wingspan, the smoothest jumper, AND the best name/nickname in this year's draft?! Wait a minute, Mo Bamba has the NBA's biggest wingspan AND smoothest jumper?! - Golf Digest 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z Tatum, who has the wingspan of a whooping crane, flew at that basket and laid it in before James could swoop in. LeBron James and the Twilight of the Cavaliers 2018-05-24T04:00:00Z The company is developing a plane with a wingspan of 385 feet that will launch satellites from a rocket attached to the plane's belly. The Defense Department wants small rockets that can launch satellites at a moment's notice 2018-05-24T04:00:00Z It was as tall as a giraffe and may have had a wingspan of up to 36 feet. Ancient Flying Predator Found in Transylvania 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z According to David Epstein’s The Sports Gene the average ratio of arms to height in the NBA is 1.06, compared to the average man, which has a wingspan equal to his height. How (and why) position-less lineups have taken over the NBA playoffs 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z The largest rotor blades can reach 270 feet in length, comparable to the wingspan of an Airbus A380, the world’s largest commercial plane. Windmills with blades as long as a jumbo jet’s wingspan are making clean energy mainstream 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z A sphinx moth, a species with a wingspan as much as 5in across, was reported by a baffled resident as being some sort of bird. 'Amazing but also concerning': weird wildlife ventures to northern Alaska 2018-04-22T04:00:00Z The injury did not change his wingspan, which unfurls like Inspector Gadget. Shaun Livingston's career nearly ended with a grotesque knee injury. Instead he's a two-time NBA champion seeking another title 2018-04-13T04:00:00Z Freakish athleticism and a 7-foot-3 wingspan offered the promise of being a tough matchup on both ends of the floor. In your face! Giannis reaches new heights for Bucks 2018-04-13T04:00:00Z A recent analysis of the NBA combine found, not surprisingly, that height, standing reach, and wingspan, in addition to other physical qualities, was predictive of NBA performance. How (and why) position-less lineups have taken over the NBA playoffs 2018-05-01T04:00:00Z In the summer you might see rare California condors, with an 8-foot wingspan. An Insiders’ Guide to the National Parks 2018-04-12T04:00:00Z "I think he's going to be special — 6-9, over a 7-foot wingspan. He's supposed to be a senior in high school, so he's really learning." With another top-five recruiting class in hand, Steve Alford and UCLA look to make it big on the court 2018-04-10T04:00:00Z But some NBA players have wingspans 9 inches longer than their height. NBA teams paying closer attention to players’ wingspan 2018-04-10T04:00:00Z At 94 feet long and a wingspan just under 30 feet, the plane seats one pilot. NASA’s $248 million project to take supersonic jets from ‘boom’ to ‘thump’ 2018-04-08T04:00:00Z The pilotless airplane with its 17-foot wingspan is much larger than a hobbyist’s drone. It’s Not a Bird or a Plane. It’s a 17-Foot Drone, and It’s Here to Save Your Cellphone Service. 2018-04-06T04:00:00Z Using the fragments of bone as their guide, scientists reconstructed a model of the creature—which they say is the largest pterosaur found to date, reaching around 3.5 meters high with an estimated 12-meter wingspan. Meet "Dracula," the Largest Pterosaur Found to Date 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z Mikal Bridges, a forward — though he can play like a guard and has the wingspan of a center — is expected to be taken in the N.B.A. draft in June with a lottery pick. Michigan vs. Villanova: Keys to the N.C.A.A. Final 2018-04-01T04:00:00Z Most men have a wingspan about 2 inches longer than their height. NBA teams paying closer attention to players’ wingspan 2018-04-10T04:00:00Z Dippers walk alone and underwater, on the beds of mountain streams, and a wandering albatross may glide on its three-metre wingspan 500 miles away from any other albatrosses. The radical otherness of birds: Jonathan Franzen on why they matter 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z On a dais in front of reporters Thursday, Bamba, famed for a wingspan said to approach eight feet, replied to a Nevadan reporter by beginning, “I’m not taking any questions from Nevada natives, sorry.” For Michael Porter Jr. and Mohamed Bamba, mock drafts are part of March Madness 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z A 6-4 freshman guard with a 6-10 wingspan, Walker is definitely the type of intriguing package that can blow up in the tournament and surge higher than the mid-first-round projection he currently holds. 25 players to watch in the NCAA tournament if you’re an NBA fan 2018-03-08T05:00:00Z Today, the common raven is a large, black bird with a wingspan approaching four feet. Ravens Are Evolving, and Not in the Way You'd Expect 2018-03-02T05:00:00Z Ospreys are large slender hawks, brown above and white below with a wingspan of up to nearly 6 feet. Georgia raptors star in bird version of TV’s ‘Real World’ 2018-03-04T05:00:00Z While that may not sound like much, it’s worth watching the video to see this 500,000-pound beast with twin fuselages and a wingspan of 385 feet lumbering down the concrete. Watch the world’s biggest airplane taxi down a runway as it preps for its first flight 2018-02-28T05:00:00Z Many scouts carried concerns about whether he was big enough to be a shooting guard at 6 feet 3 but his 6-10 wingspan and 36-inch vertical leap are great equalizers. Utah Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell Jr. has risen to the challenge 2018-02-09T05:00:00Z Eating enough to fuel his eight-foot wingspan and gain the muscle needed to sustain a career is a daily ordeal. A Teenager’s Basketball Dream Is Size XXXXXL 2018-01-26T05:00:00Z “I think their wingspan and their length is the biggest thing that hurt people.” In Syracuse, Georgetown basketball finally has an opponent to get hyped about 2017-12-15T05:00:00Z This formidable predator may have had a wingspan of 36 feet—close to the size a small aircraft and rivalling the largest winged reptiles known from Europe and North America. Ancient Winged Terror Was One of the Largest Animals to Fly 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of 235 feet, it’s so wide the wingtips are designed to fold upward so it will fit at an airport gate. Boeing’s Machinists and robots start building first 777X, but challenges remain 2017-10-23T04:00:00Z Only 22, Antetokounmpo’s wingspan and athleticism make him nearly unstoppable off the dribble. Kidd looks to get young Bucks back up to speed quickly 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z And it's bigger - the wingspan is nearly 30 feet longer than the old one. Trump supersizes Air Force One 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z Boasting a wingspan wider than a football field Ultimately, Stratolaunch hopes to use the plane as a launch platform. Stratolaunch tests all six engines on its massive rocket-launching plane 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z Both of these pterosaurs had estimated wingspans of 32 to 36 feet. Ancient Winged Terror Was One of the Largest Animals to Fly 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z One of the world’s largest birds with a wingspan up to 10 feet, the condor once patrolled the sky from Mexico to British Columbia. California condor takes flight in wild after near extinction 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z The ScanEagle drones, 4.5 feet long with a wingspan of just over 10 feet, add an extra dimension to the monitoring of the fire. Boeing Insitu drones work to monitor hurricanes, Oregon wildfires 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z Also in this section, Mike has his first encounter with It, which for him takes the form of a bird with a 60-foot wingspan instead of the notorious clown. Reading Stephen King’s It is an exhausting way to spend a summer 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z Boasting two fuselages and a wingspan wider than a football field, it’s currently the world’s largest aircraft, weighing 500,000 pounds when empty and unfueled. Stratolaunch tests all six engines on its massive rocket-launching plane 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z A roughly 6-foot-6 wingspan descending on the forecourt, with good hands, is a terrifying prospect for any player — very hard to hit a ball past, or over. What will tennis look like after Federer? Can it still be both beautiful and fun? 2017-08-23T04:00:00Z Using a fiberglass glider with a 16-foot wingspan, the team hoped to set a record for autonomous flight time by a sailplane — more than five hours aloft. Microsoft Teaches Autonomous Gliders to Make Decisions on the Fly 2017-08-16T04:00:00Z He is 6 feet 5 inches with a seven-foot wingspan and a cherubic face. The Knick Who’s Barely 19: Ntilikina Is ‘Enjoying the Moment’ 2017-08-14T04:00:00Z Children navigated obstacle courses and compared their wingspans to some of the players’ in a nearby play area. Chargers camp proves to be a real crowd pleaser 2017-07-30T04:00:00Z He is 6 feet 4, with a 7-foot wingspan, and his long arms and legs allow him to dole out punishment from across the cage and lock in chokes and submissions from anywhere. Daniel Cormier is a U.F.C. Champion, but He Must Beat Jon Jones to Feel Like One 2017-07-28T04:00:00Z She learned how best to use her wingspan and athleticism. Hard Work in South Korea Pays Off for Jonquel Jones and W.N.B.A’s Sun 2017-07-24T04:00:00Z The giants of tennis bring 140 mile-per-hour serves and wingspans that, with rackets in hand, stretch across more than a one-third of the tennis court. Why Tennis Giants Fall Short on Big Stage 2017-07-11T04:00:00Z His wingspan was so great that his fastball appeared “to come out of third base,” Al Hirshberg wrote in a 1955 profile in The Saturday Evening Post. Gene Conley, Dual-Sport Threat With World Series and N.B.A. Titles, Dies at 86 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z That model’s wingspan was slightly wider, and it carried a common 35 mm camera. As the world focuses on its nuclear ambitions, North Korea deploys another weapon: Drones 2017-06-28T04:00:00Z The southeastern bat is a small animal with a maximum wingspan of less than a foot. White-nose syndrome found in new bat species 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of up to 1 meter, they are Africa's biggest bats. Hunting for Ebola among the bats of the Congo 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z If he keeps his head in the game – and 7ft 1in wingspan on the floor – the Warriors will be tough to beat. NBA finals roundtable: our writers pick the winner, MVP and players to watch 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z He’s just 14 years old but already stands 6 feet 5 inches and has a wingspan that would rival that of Red Sox ace Chris Sale. Teen baseball player finds alternative to Tommy John surgery 2017-05-29T04:00:00Z Those drones are roughly 28 feet long with a wingspan double that — far bigger than North Korea’s devices, and far more sophisticated. As the world focuses on its nuclear ambitions, North Korea deploys another weapon: Drones 2017-06-28T04:00:00Z At 10 to 20 pounds with a 10-foot wingspan, they are equipped with a pouch on a long bill used for scooping up fish and a dagger-like tooth at the end of their beak. Scientists visit Great Salt Lake pelican breeding ground 2017-04-14T04:00:00Z Ewing, already 7 feet tall, wore a pinstriped, three-piece suit and held up a Georgetown pennant that looked comically inferior to his massive wingspan. There is love and risk in Georgetown’s hiring of Patrick Ewing 2017-04-03T04:00:00Z Despite average athleticism and a wingspan so limited that teammates call him “T-Rex,” he was chosen Pac-12’s player of the year. Intensity brings out the best, worst in Oregon's Dillon Brooks 2017-03-22T04:00:00Z But there were a few times he showed off his 6-foot wingspan and took a short flight to the limits of his leash. EXCHANGE: ‘Kenny’ stars in Lake Shelbyville eagle program 2017-03-16T04:00:00Z His wingspan is ridiculous for a normal human being but only barely above average in his profession. James Harden’s Secret Talent Is Slowing Down 2017-02-09T05:00:00Z Of the numerous future NFL players who will be on the field at Raymond James Stadium, none might be as league-ready as Williams, who is 6 feet 3 with a pterodactyl wingspan. Clemson receiver Mike Williams is focused on the opportunity gained, not the one lost 2017-01-08T05:00:00Z Yes, he said, he was learning to use his prodigious wingspan, measured at around seven feet, to disturb opposing players, eliminating passing angles and making them think twice about shooting. Frank Ntilikina, a Top N.B.A. Prospect, Is Learning to Play With Fire 2017-01-04T05:00:00Z If he succeeds at creating an identity, you’ll be able to measure Maryland basketball by both its wins and its wingspan. Mark Turgeon is forging an identity for Maryland men’s basketball 2016-12-02T05:00:00Z Walton added that the best defenders use their wingspan to force opponents into bad shots. Lakers report: Brandon Ingram already making his mark on defense 2016-11-17T05:00:00Z The current embassy, topped by a gilded bald eagle with a wingspan of more than 11 metres, opened in 1960 and was designed by the Finnish-American modernist Eero Saarinen. Qatar wins approval to turn US embassy in London into hotel 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z Both are just under 7 feet tall, with freakish wingspans. How Do You Make a Basketball Star? 2016-11-08T05:00:00Z That was especially surprising because alpine swifts are twice the size of common swifts, with wingspans of up to 22 inches. These Birds Fly Almost a Year Without Landing In Oklahoma City, Durant contributed to a good defensive scheme, but individually, he never became an elite defender despite having the wingspan and athleticism to be a major factor. Don’t expect Kevin Durant’s long road this season to be as smooth as it appears 2016-10-24T04:00:00Z His wingspan was a big part of what made his potential as a defender so bright. Lakers report: Brandon Ingram already making his mark on defense 2016-11-17T05:00:00Z Another long wingspan in the Orange defensive arsenal who at 6-10 could get time as a backup at center; G Tyus Battle. Syracuse Preview Capsule 2016-10-24T04:00:00Z Northern long-earned bats are a little more than 3 inches long, with a wingspan of 9 to 10 inches. University team’s discovery offers hope amid bat crisis 2016-10-23T04:00:00Z By comparison, modern dragonfly wingspans top out at about eight inches. What Was the Biggest Insect That Ever Lived? Aside from Crisp, who is 6-feet, this group features several players with massive wingspans. A sneak peek inside Washington men's basketball practice 2016-10-12T04:00:00Z Sandhill cranes are tall, grey birds reaching heights up to 4 feet, with wingspans of 6 to 7 feet. Man faces charges in fatal shootings of 3 sandhill cranes 2016-10-04T04:00:00Z The bird, which can have a wingspan of 2m, was officially listed as “near threatened” in 2012 but within three years had plunged three danger levels to “critically endangered”. Rare bird being driven to extinction by poaching for its 'red ivory' bill 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z The airframe of of the Stratolaunch aircraft, featuring twin fuselages, six engines and a larger wingspan than any aircraft ever built, is nearing completion even as doubts persist about whether its business plan will fly. Vulcan Aerospace leader steps down 2016-09-26T04:00:00Z The white witch moth has the largest wingspan of any insect alive today. What Was the Biggest Insect That Ever Lived? The format of sitting volleyball, a faster version of its standing counterpart, rewards skill and precision but there is no substitute for reach and wingspan. At 8 Feet Tall, He Sat Down and Started Getting Noticed 2016-09-11T04:00:00Z Are they banking on the wingspan of Durant? Kevin Durant to Join the Golden State Warriors 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z And despite its diminutive frame, it was probably closely related to other pterosaurs that were as tall as giraffes and boasted wingspans three times longer than anything alive today. Cat-Size Flying Reptile Shakes Up Pterosaur Family Tree Toward the end of the Cretaceous, around 100 to 66 million years ago, most pterosaurs were enormous, with wingspans of 36 feet and weighing up to 550 pounds. This cat-sized pterosaur looks like adorable origami 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z In contrast to most U.S. parks, the only land mammals here are three types of bats, and the fruit bats have three-foot wingspans. The essential guide to all 59 U.S. national parks 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z Michael Phelps has an unusually large wingspan, the natural ability to hyperextend his joints, he produces less than half the normal lactic acid, etc. ‘This Only Confirms the Image of the U.S.A.’ 2016-08-20T04:00:00Z He is building Stratolaunch, that would become the world’s largest airplane with a wingspan wider than a football field, end zones included. The inside story of how billionaires are racing to take you to outer space 2016-08-19T04:00:00Z The California condor is one the largest birds in North America, with a roughly 10-foot wingspan and weighing up to 25 pounds. Toxic diet threatens reproduction of coastal condors 2016-08-09T04:00:00Z Both Toyota and Ford sent teams to the ARC to work on their own lines of hydrogen fuel cell technology, demonstrating the international wingspan of the high powered facility. South Carolina editorial roundup 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z Among the notable inhabitants here are the California condors, which have wingspans as wide as 10 feet. The essential guide to all 59 U.S. national parks 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z Mr. Allen’s Vulcan Aerospace is funding the creation of the largest airplane in the world by wingspan, Stratolaunch, which will drop rockets from about 30,000 feet moments before they blast into space. Seattle, With Its Needle, Is Turning Into a Space Center 2016-07-29T04:00:00Z The industry also is geographically dispersed. Out in Mojave, Vulcan Aerospace is building Stratolaunch, a plane that will have the largest wingspan ever and is to launch satellites into orbit. Southern California's aerospace industry, long in decline, begins to stir 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z For example, cars are limited by regulations in terms of width, and need to fit inside garages; but planes require long wingspans. Flying Cars Try to Take Wing 2016-07-08T04:00:00Z The wingspan is just shy of 200 feet, with the fuselage about half that. This awesome plane-train hybrid could revolutionize transportation, but not for another 50 years 2016-07-09T04:00:00Z The butterflies include the distinctive two-tailed swallowtail, whose wingspan reaches five inches. The essential guide to all 59 U.S. national parks 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z This player spent one year in school, but has a massive wingspan and athletic family. Kelly Oubre Jr. remains a key project for Washington Wizards 2016-07-06T04:00:00Z MOJAVE, Calif. — The latest entrant into the new space race has a wingspan longer than the distance traveled by the Wright Brothers in their earliest flights. Why Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is building the world’s largest airplane 2016-06-20T04:00:00Z MOJAVE, Calif. — The world’s largest airplane by wingspan sits in a cradle of scaffolding as workers fit the remaining parts that will turn it into a flying launchpad for firing rockets into space. Stratolaunch’s Gargantuan Flying Launchpad Edges Toward the Skies 2016-06-20T04:00:00Z Is it easy shooting over an aggressive, skyscraping wingspan, pump-faking, sidestepping, creating just enough space to release with dead-on accuracy from that far away? Comparisons? Golden State Warriors Are Playing a Different Game 2016-05-31T04:00:00Z There was something extraordinary about the way Johnson moved for her size – she grew to be 6 feet 1 – and the way she covered so much goal with that long wingspan. Olympic water polo rigors can't dampen Ashleigh Johnson's fun-loving spirit 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z The tank's trek wasn't expected to be as difficult as when the 122-foot-long Endeavour, with a wingspan of 78 feet, was similarly hauled 12 miles to the center from Los Angeles International Airport. Space shuttle tank begins trek to Los Angeles museum 2016-05-21T04:00:00Z His wingspan and agility help give him a strong defensive presence, and he moves well. Zhou Qi’s potential could lead to much NBA draft intrigue 2016-05-20T04:00:00Z His wingspan was measured at 7 feet 1.25 inches, and his standing reach was 8 feet 10 inches, numbers associated with players several inches taller. On Every Title Quest, a Pivotal Figure 2016-05-15T04:00:00Z Wind farms are clusters of turbines as tall as 30-story buildings, with spinning rotors as wide as a passenger jet's wingspan. The Obama administration is revising a federal rule that allows wind-energy companies to operate high-speed turbines for up to 30 years, even if means killing or injuring thousands of federally protected bald and golden eagles 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of 9.5 feet and weighing up to 25 pounds, the California condor is the largest flying bird in North America. First condor eggs hatch in Mexico zoo breeding program 2016-04-22T04:00:00Z Though sometimes listed as short as 6 feet 9 inches, he is generally thought to be closer to 7 feet, with an even longer wingspan and incredible shooting ability. Thunder Roar Back From Previous Loss and Rout Mavericks 2016-04-22T04:00:00Z The drone system is based on a fleet of 15 small aircraft, each with twin electric motors, a 3.5-pound payload and an almost eight-foot wingspan. Drones Marshaled to Drop Lifesaving Supplies Over Rwandan Terrain 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z Apple’s new iPhone SE is the first one made for everybody whose thumbs lack the wingspan of eagles. iPhone SE Review: Smaller Gets Smarter With Better Battery Life to Boot 2016-03-23T04:00:00Z Although they share the same black plumage, ravens are larger versions of crows, with an average wingspan of 46 inches, 10 inches longer than their smaller cousins, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Ravens nest in D.C. for the first time in 100 years 2016-03-15T04:00:00Z Part of the challenge for al-Barazi is his size: The breaststroke requires an accordion motion that can be taxing for someone of his stature and wingspan. California lifeguard wants to be an Olympic beacon of hope for fellow Syrians 2016-03-13T05:00:00Z It has a wingspan of almost an inch and a striking blue thorax flecked with gold and fuzzy antennae. Fighting mosquitoes with mosquitoes: Biological weapons target Zika virus 2016-02-08T05:00:00Z “I think if you look at the height and wingspan it’s very important.” Randy Moss’ son headlines NC State’s recruiting class 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z Titan built high-altitude solar-powered drones with wingspans of up to 50 metres. Project Skybender: Google's secretive 5G internet drone tests revealed 2016-01-29T05:00:00Z He has a huge wingspan which give him options of a big hand-off and offloads from contact. Eddie Jones: England coach must back youth - Jeremy Guscott 2016-01-13T05:00:00Z It is 159 feet long with a wingspan of 185 feet, and is powered by eight engines, according to the Air Force. US flies B-52 over S. Korea after North's H-Bomb claim 2016-01-10T05:00:00Z Leonard has a bigger wingspan, but Layman has lower body fat, a better vertical jump, faster sprint time, better agility and quicker reaction time than both. Maryland’s basketball fortunes are tied to Melo Trimble and Jake Layman. They almost lost both. 2015-12-29T05:00:00Z Sandhill cranes are tall, gray birds reaching heights up to 4 feet, with wingspans of 6 to 7 feet. Sandhill crane tours offered at Kentucky park 2015-12-28T05:00:00Z Check out this ridiculousness from three seasons ago against the Nuggets: When your wingspan is that of an adult condor, the normal bounds of sidelines and backboards simply don’t apply. The 76ers' mad analytics experiment was doomed to fail – but at least it was memorable 2015-12-23T05:00:00Z Over the summer, Facebook revealed a huge solar-powered drone called Aquila with a wingspan of 42 metres capable of operating at up to 90,000ft, sharing internet access with radios and lasers. Alphabet and Facebook develop rival secret drone plans 2015-11-06T05:00:00Z They have a three- to nearly six-foot wingspan and live out in the open where people can see them easily. This Book Drives a Wooden Stake Into The Mythology of Bats 2015-11-01T04:00:00Z Once released, he kept going to people for food, but that was too dangerous as he grew to two feet tall with a six-foot wingspan. Star of World Series, Final Four, Pro Bowls and Olympics? A Bald Eagle 2015-10-31T04:00:00Z Once released, he kept going to people for food, but that was simply too dangerous as he grew to 2 feet tall with a wingspan of 6 feet from tip to tip. Challenger regular for national anthems at NFL stadiums 2015-10-30T04:00:00Z With quickness to go along with his wingspan, Antetokounmpo could be a matchup nightmare at any position. Giannis going big while Bucks await Parker’s return 2015-10-22T04:00:00Z The colleges put players through motions they will need to do again at the spring’s N.B.A. combine; at U.N.L.V., players will even have their wingspans measured. Colleges Cut to the Chase, Holding Practices Just for N.B.A. Scouts 2015-10-20T04:00:00Z Whooping cranes are about 5 feet tall with a 7-foot wingspan. North Dakotans asked to report whooping crane sightings 2015-09-28T04:00:00Z See More » “Althea was a serve-and-volleyer; very very aggressive; big wingspan; built more like Venus than Serena,” Rex Miller, who produced “Althea,” said in a recent interview. Althea Gibson’s Life a Prequel to Serena Williams’s Success 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z In the past few years, some have even argued they can identify the species: Quetzalcoatlus northropi—the largest known pterosaur, with a wingspan of more than 10 meters. ‘Winged monster’ on ancient rock art debunked by scientists 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z They measure his wingspan and examine his teeth. In the shadow of Dulles Airport: The hunt for a threatened bat 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z He’s got a big wingspan and a big ball radius as far as plucking catches away from defenders. With Jeffery leading pack, no shortage of options for Bears 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z He utilized his 7-2 wingspan to disrupt on defense and his leaping ability to snag rebounds. Wizards’ Kelly Oubre Jr. returns to Las Vegas to continue his basketball education 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z The vehicle's slow speed, light weight and 72m wingspan put significant constraints on the type of weather it can handle. Solar Impulse grounded for 2-3 weeks - BBC News 2015-07-11T04:00:00Z His very lightweight vehicle, with its huge, 72m wingspan, needs calm air. Solar Impulse plane closes in on Hawaii landing - BBC News 2015-07-03T04:00:00Z Its departure was postponed several times due to poor weather, once last week with the plane - which bears 17,000 solar cells across its wingspan - on standby at the end of a runway. Solar-powered plane takes off from Japan for trans-Pacific crossing 2015-06-29T04:00:00Z With his range, wingspan and strong offensive repertoire, Portis could serve as one of the Bulls’ most important bench players next season. NBA draft: Timberwolves get their man, and Knicks fans are sad and pathetic 2015-06-26T04:00:00Z The company affirmed that with the 2011 follow-up, “Batman: Arkham City,” by increasing the Dark Knight’s wingspan in a larger landscape with more fluid movement. Review: An epic final flight for Batman in ‘Arkham Knight’ 2015-06-23T04:00:00Z He has kept the news media at arm’s length — a considerable distance for someone with a 7-foot-4-inch wingspan — and his schedule relatively uncluttered. Pursuing Perfection From Atop the N.B.A. Draft Class 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z When he’s fully grown, the eaglet will attain a wingspan of approximately seven feet. W.Va. agency, avian center rescue baby bald eagle 2015-06-07T04:00:00Z Japanese Transport Ministry and Nagoya airport officials arranged for Solar Impulse to land after the airport’s usual closing hours to accommodate the plane with a wide wingspan. Solar Impulse waits out weather before take-off for Hawaii 2015-06-02T04:00:00Z It’ll be tough, though: The plane only lands at night since winds tend to be lower, and it generally avoids periods when commercial flights are operating due to its long wingspan. Everything You Need to Know About Solar Impulse 2015-06-01T04:00:00Z Japanese Transport Ministry and Nagoya airport officials said earlier that they were arranging for the landing to occur after the airport’s usual closing hours to accommodate the plane with a wide wingspan. Solar Impulse plane lands in Japan to wait out bad weather 2015-06-01T04:00:00Z He flitted around on defense, spreading his wingspan menacingly in the faces of Hawks players. Cavaliers’ LeBron James, With Rout of Hawks, Again Heads to Finals 2015-05-26T04:00:00Z It is 29 feet long - about one-quarter the length of a space shuttle - and its wingspan is about 15 feet. Air Force launches hush-hush mini-shuttle into space 2015-05-20T04:00:00Z Fifty years ago, when golf-course mowers had the wingspan of a Piper Cub, fairways were quickly cut down one side and up the other. Grassroots Issues: Striping It 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z It’s a sprawling mass of carbon fiber and silicon with a wingspan 11 and a half feet longer than a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet. A pilot is about to spend five days alone over the Pacific in a solar airplane 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z On some towers, wires are near enough to each other for an eagle - which can have a 7½-foot wingspan, greater than Dirk Nowitzki’s - to touch two at once. Utility provides new aerie for East Texas bald eagles 2015-05-03T04:00:00Z One was fixed-wing aeroplanes with a wingspan of up to two metres. Copping a ’copter 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z When the Spurs began scouting Leonard at San Diego State, they were as impressed with his humility and work ethic as by his athleticism, 7-foot-3 wingspan and 9.8-inch long hands. Spurs' Leonard Selected NBA Defensive Player of the Year 2015-04-23T04:00:00Z Sea eagles are the UK's largest birds of prey - with a wingspan of almost two-and-a-half metres. Sea eagles in bid to nest in Orkney 2015-04-05T04:00:00Z “The wingspan surprises some people, and he’s really strong.” Bison put up a fight in 86-76 loss to Gonzaga 2015-03-21T04:00:00Z A woman wanted a shot comparing her wingspan to his. Mamadou Ndiaye makes a big difference for UC Irvine 2015-03-20T04:00:00Z After crunching numbers, Epstein found that height and wingspan — a related measurement, of the arms from fingertip to fingertip — correlate strongly with total rebounds, offensive rebounds and blocks. Kentucky, No. 1 in Height, Too, Relishes the View From on High 2015-03-15T04:00:00Z The wingspan is wider than that of a commercial jumbo jet, but the aircraft is considerably lighter. Riding Into the Sunset on the Solar Impulse-2 2015-03-08T05:00:00Z According to Thompson, her success starts with her ability to read how the ball might come off the rim before she relies on footwork, strength and her wide wingspan to reach missed shots. Amber Thompson Is a Steadying Influence at St. John’s 2015-03-06T05:00:00Z For a slim book, “The Goshawk” has, like its subject, a formidable wingspan. How to Train Your Raptor 2015-03-02T05:00:00Z Trying to shoot over a guy with a wingspan of eight feet is not a good way to improve that percentage. Mamadou Ndiaye makes a big difference for UC Irvine 2015-03-20T04:00:00Z Occupational therapy is a treatment with an enormous wingspan. New York City Schools See a Sharp Increase in Occupational Therapy Cases 2015-02-17T05:00:00Z With a wingspan longer than a football field, the plane is designed to carry a booster rocket that can carry satellites — and possibly humans — into orbit. Virgin Galactic to test new rocket without longtime aerospace partner 2015-01-23T05:00:00Z “The wingspan of the original will be 10 metres,” the spokesperson added. Russian Army Unveils Amphibious Bomber Drone to Start Production in 2016 Always possessing the necessary tools — quickness, size, wingspan — Wall has applied more consistent effort on the defensive end. John Wall voted starter for East in NBA All-Star Game 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z He slung it from the side, whipping his arm through the air — with his wingspan, he could practically high-five the first baseman en route. Baseball Hall of Famers and What They Taught Me 2015-01-16T05:00:00Z Jorgeson's skills and toughness were tested as the section required him to stretch his wingspan and hang midair, supporting himself with just two fingers. Yosemite climbers tell how bad it hurt, how much they love that rock 2015-01-15T05:00:00Z Featuring a whopping 18-inch-long wingspan, the robot comes to life when a child presses his midsection to light up his head and deliver a selection of robotic sound effects. Zadzooks 2014 Gift Guide: Comic book- and pop culture-themed gift ideas 2014-12-17T05:00:00Z Until now, the birds — with their red-ringed amber eyes, 9 1/2 -foot wingspan and razor-sharp beaks — were observed only from a great distance through binoculars or spotting scopes. Video camera planted in a nest provides a close-up look at condor living The data provided by the FAA indicate that of the 194 reported incidents, 48 involved unmanned airplanes, some with wingspans greater than five feet operating as high as 10,000 feet. FAA List Of Reported Drone Incidents Indicates A Problem. But It's Not What You Think. 2014-11-27T05:00:00Z He is 6 feet 9 with what teammates say is a 7-5 wingspan. UCLA's Kevon Looney has an uncanny instinct for getting rebounds 2014-11-24T05:00:00Z Looney is 6 feet 9 with a 7-5 wingspan and is versatile enough to play guard. UCLA freshman forward Kevon Looney quickly grabs hold of college game 2014-11-18T05:00:00Z Griner acknowledged being “a fan” and was surprised at Stewart’s wingspan and fluid outside shot. Advice and Accolades for UConn’s Breanna Stewart 2014-11-15T05:00:00Z On some of these giant machines, a single blade roughly equals the wingspan of the largest airliner in the sky, the Airbus A380. Sun and Wind Alter Global Landscape, Leaving Utilities Behind 2014-09-13T04:00:00Z Long wingspans and huge serves may look scary on the otherwise of the court, but they don’t win major championships. Marin Cilic beats Kei Nishikori to capture first Grand Slam title at U.S. Open With a 23-metre wingspan and a weight of only 50kg, it is fragile and must remain above the ravages of the weather and the jet stream both by day and by night. The west wind blows afresh 2014-08-28T04:00:00Z Weight is everything in a flying machine; it determines the engine power and the wingspan required to get off the ground. Why We’re Not Driving the Friendly Skies 2014-08-22T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of more than 11 feet, and a price upwards of $4 million, it’s immediately clear that Schiebel’s product is both too large and too expensive for their needs. The Maker's Mark 2014-08-06T04:00:00Z These proportions include the proportion of the wingspan to fuselage length as well as fuel efficiency and mass-to-velocity ratio. It's A Bird, It's A Plane, It's An iPhone! Why Evolution Makes Things Larger And Faster 2014-07-26T04:00:00Z “It wasn’t even on the sheet,” she said of the moth, one of the largest in North America, with a wingspan of four inches. An Exaltation of Moths, Much-Maligned Kin of the Butterfly 2014-07-22T04:00:00Z The previous record-holder, with a wingspan of 7.5 inches, was a South American damselfly. World’s Biggest Water Bugs Found in Sichuan, China “The heavier your vehicle is, the more wingspan will be needed to make the aerodynamic lift to fly it,” Mr. Morgan said. Why We’re Not Driving the Friendly Skies 2014-08-22T04:00:00Z With a wingspan of less than a metre, the catapult-launched drone flew at an altitude of about 500 feet. Can drones tackle wildlife poaching? 2014-07-21T04:00:00Z Kreps estimated that the Hamas drone had a 9 1/2-foot wingspan and a range of 160 miles, sufficient to reach almost any part of Israel. Hamas drone injects new element into Arab-Israeli conflict 2014-07-16T04:00:00Z Tal Inbar, a research leader at Israel’s Fisher Institute for Air and Space Strategic Studies, said that the drone showed in the Hamas video was an Iranian system with a wingspan of nearly 10 feet. After a week of fighting between Israel and Hamas, talk turns to diplomacy The plane has a wingspan of 66 feet and may carry thousands of pounds of payload on board. Researchers using drones to study Hawaii wildlife 2014-07-09T04:00:00Z According to a paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Monday, a bird with a wingspan of about 21 feet soared through the skies some 25 million years ago. Scientists: Biggest-Ever Bird Had Massive 20-Foot Wingspan 2014-07-08T04:00:00Z Similar in many ways to a modern-day albatross — although with at least twice the wingspan and very different in appearance, Ksepka said — the bird probably needed a lot of help to fly. A newly declared species may be the largest flying bird to ever live "I wouldn't be surprised if something a little bit larger was found some time down the line. I don't think we'll be pushing 10-metre wingspans, but a little bit bigger," he said. Fossils dug up at airport may be largest flying bird ever found 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z The current wingspan record is held by the wandering albatross, at about 12 feet, and this fossil nearly doubles that. Newly discovered bird had largest known wingspan 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z A computer program, which analyzed the bird's estimated wingspan, weight and wing shape 24 different times, confirmed that the species would have soared – perhaps as fast as 40 mph. Largest Ever Flying Bird - a Prehistoric 'Dragon' - Found in South Carolina 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z Defending Leonard must have seemed frightening to the Heat with his wingspan of a 7-footer and hands bigger than anyone on Mount Olympus. San Antonio Spurs can't be beaten if they stick together 2014-06-16T04:00:00Z To snap up its meals, the bird used pseudo-teeth — a characteristic that Ksepka found just as fascinating as the bird’s massive wingspan. A newly declared species may be the largest flying bird to ever live Though no feathers survived, Ksepka extrapolated the mass, wingspan and wing shape from the fossilised bones and fed them into a computer to estimate how the bird might fly. Fossils dug up at airport may be largest flying bird ever found 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z For the researchers, it's a surprising discovery because this new bird's wingspan exceeds what they believed to be a theoretical maximum for length. Newly discovered bird had largest known wingspan 2014-07-07T04:00:00Z BP will use the hand-launched drone—a small aircraft, 4 1/2 ft. long with a 9 ft. wingspan—to oversee maintenance activities on infrastructure, the FAA said. Feds Approve First Commercial Drone Flight Over U.S. Soil 2014-06-10T04:00:00Z At last week’s predraft combine, prospects were put through a battery of tests that helped determine data such as acceleration and wingspan. Kawhi Leonard Puts His Frisbee-Size Hands to Work for the Spurs 2014-05-18T04:00:00Z It will pay particular attention to plans for folding wingtips, designed to offer a long wingspan while still fitting into existing parking spaces when the jetliner is on the ground. Airbus set for A350 safety approval in late summer: EASA 2014-05-07T18:04:44Z By high school, he was a daunting force on the court, with the wingspan of an F-14. Sports of The Times: Given a Choice, Athletes May Prefer None and Done 2014-04-26T01:02:34Z The newly identified Jurassic period creature, a species named Kryptodrakon progenitor that was unearthed in the Gobi desert in northwestern China, was modest in size, with a wingspan of perhaps 4-1/2 feet. Ancient flying reptile from China fills evolutionary gap 2014-04-24T21:16:04Z The initial 737-100, ordered by , was 93 feet long and 93 feet wide by wingspan, prompting engineers to dub it “the square.” Boeing’s 737 Turns 8,000: The Best-Selling Plane Ever Isn’t Slowing 2014-04-16T09:57:57Z The largest flying animals today, such as the wandering albatross and the Andean condor, average a wingspan of around 10 feet. Where have all the big birds gone? A look at a past giant — the flying reptile pterosaurs 2014-04-14T17:43:17Z But in the center of it all was the big daddy — the 28-foot-long quetzalcoatlus, with a wingspan as wide as a fighter jet and a crested head the size of a canoe. Behind the Scenes at ‘Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs’ 2014-03-31T21:57:23Z The black-masked, white bird's body typically measures between 50 to 60 inches in length, with wingspan reaching up to 90 inches. Protesters make noise over New York plan to kill off mute swans 2014-02-22T12:02:41Z Facets of the design, including the sleek cabin and the pointed nose are directly reminiscent of the Concorde, while the short wingspan and engine layout are more unique in nature. The World's First Supersonic Business Jet Will Fly In 2021 2013-10-31T14:00:00Z The new 777X model will boast the biggest engines ever put on a plane, a record wingspan that can be shortened by having the tips fold up after landing, and lower operating costs. Boeing Unveils Its Jumbo Killer 2013-10-10T21:57:47Z With a wingspan of at least 33 feet, Quetzalcoatlus northropi was about as big as a two-seater plane and larger than any other known flying animal. Where have all the big birds gone? A look at a past giant — the flying reptile pterosaurs 2014-04-14T17:43:17Z A small, six-passenger vehicle with a wingspan of just 42 ft. The Hour Is Nigh for Tourists in Space 2013-09-26T12:50:24Z Their wingspans average between six and eight feet. Golden Eagle Versus Deer: Eagle Wins 2013-09-25T14:45:00.893Z But he’s got a similar wingspan as Sherman and Browner, despite both being at least four inches taller. Seahawks’ Walter Thurmond playing big now that he’s healthy 2013-09-04T00:48:48Z Giant insects at the time; such as the dragonfly-like Palaeodictyoptera order, apparently profited from such high levels of oxygen and some species are now estimated to have had wingspans of almost three feet. Oxygen's Ancient Rise Still One Of Earth's Biggest Mysteries 2013-09-01T00:50:00Z He said he was mystified, in fact, why Isner was not a regular top-10 player given his intimidating serve and enormous wingspan. Growth in Tennis? Tape Measure Is Telling 2013-08-24T15:24:05Z The width of the funnel is equal to the apparent width of a predetermined wingspan at that particular range. How Does A Fighter Jet Lock Onto And Keep Track Of An Enemy Aircraft? 2013-07-17T15:28:00Z And the aircraft, even when identified, is a strange flying object, boasting the wingspan of a 747 but weighing less than a compact car. On a Wing and a Sunbeam: Solar Plane Pilots Look to Circle the Globe 2013-07-16T16:15:00.560Z He’s a smaller guy, but he has the ability to play outside because he has the wingspan, and he has the intangibles to be able to play outside. Seahawks’ Walter Thurmond playing big now that he’s healthy 2013-09-04T00:48:48Z Each X-47B is approximately 38 feet long with a 62 foot extended wingspan. Video: Prototype Stealth Drone Lands On Aircraft Carrier 2013-07-11T20:00:00Z The tiny plane weighs in at around the size of a small car, but it boasts a wingspan that rivals a Boeing 747′s. Solar Plane Completes Cross-Country Trek 2013-07-06T16:50:31Z That means the 6-7 Leonard, with a wingspan that allows him to play even bigger, will get the bulk of the time on James. Leonard's D helps Spurs contain LeBron 2013-06-07T05:00:22Z But it is one-eighth the dimensions of the one the researchers hope to deploy in the next few years, a gigantic 6-megawatt model, with each blade as long as the wingspan of a Boeing 747. A Floating Wind Tower Is Launched in Maine 2013-05-31T19:21:08Z The lightweight carbon fiber design and wingspan allow the plane to conserve energy but also make it vulnerable to being tipped over. Solar plane completes second leg of cross-country flight in Texas 2013-05-23T17:43:29Z With a maximum wingspan of about 52 inches, the drones would supplement and perhaps replace manned surveillance aircraft, potentially reducing the risk to both pilots and firefighters. F.A.A.’s Concerns Hold Up Use of Wildfire Drones 2013-05-22T01:15:12Z The sight of the 's impressive two-metre wingspan in our skies was eventually saved by a reintroduction scheme in Scotland. Can giant eagles spread their wings? 2013-05-13T01:05:46Z The Raven, with its 55-inch wingspan, looks like one of those radio-controlled planes beloved of hobbyists. Drones Offer a Safer, Clearer Look at the Natural World 2013-05-06T19:57:40Z The lightweight carbon fiber Solar Impulse has a wingspan of a jumbo jet and the weight of a small car and from a distance resembles a giant floating insect. Solar-powered plane wraps first leg of flight across United States 2013-05-05T04:28:52Z "If you want to spend the entire night airborne and almost perpetually in the air, then you need lots of batteries and a big wingspan," Piccard notes. Airplane to Fly Across U.S. Powered by Sunshine [Slide Show] 2013-05-03T11:15:03.210Z The aircraft's lightweight carbon fiber design and wingspan allow it to conserve energy, but also make the plane vulnerable to being tipped over. Solar-powered plane set for first cross-country flight from California 2013-05-03T10:05:48Z Some, such as the DelFly Micro, a robot with a 10cm wingspan build by Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, are also ornithopters. Miniature flying robots: Robodiptera 2013-05-01T16:48:40Z At home games, fans are still invited to try on his size 18 ½ shoes and measure themselves on a display against his wingspan, as wide as nine basketballs. Rockets’ Jeremy Lin Has Focused on Improving His Game 2013-04-22T01:05:05Z The lightweight design and wingspan allow the plane to conserve energy, but make it vulnerable. Solar-powered plane wraps first leg of flight across United States 2013-05-05T04:28:52Z It is roughly the size of a five-bedroom house with a wingspan the size of a football field. Cosmonauts Take Spacewalk Outside Space Station 2013-04-19T18:45:00.417Z Coaches also talk a lot about dribbling into the middle of the defense to break it down, but because of their wingspan, it's hard to dribble past them. Coaches weigh in on attacking the Syracuse zone 2013-04-04T22:31:21Z If natural selection is at work in this way, then the birds’ wingspans will shrink. Evolution: Road-kill stew 2013-03-21T16:02:17Z Theoretically, Jarreau is the best fit long term because he's adept at collecting steals and blocking shots due to his 7-7 wingspan. Key to solving Huskies' struggles could be at power forward 2013-02-20T03:29:04Z With his long wingspan, he blocked a stunning 16 passes. Watt swats defensive player foes 2013-02-03T00:51:11Z Based on what was left behind, we also know that the attacker was likely a Great Horned Owl or a Northern Hawk Owl with a wingspan between 86 and 87 centimeters. The Last Thing the Squirrel Saw 2013-01-28T14:15:00.213Z It had a small wingspan and a bone structure that would have restricted its ability to flap its wings. Feathered dinosaur offers clues 2013-01-24T16:35:56Z It has a tiny engine — just 1.9 horsepower — but sufficient to carry the vehicle, four and a half feet long with a 10-foot wingspan, at a cruising speed of 48 knots. Simple ScanEagle Drones a Boost for U.S. Military 2013-01-24T16:17:47Z "Big guy, big stroke," said Kelly Ray, encouraging me to use my full six-foot wingspan in one swoop. Green Blog: At Last, the Straw Bale House Is a ... Home 2013-01-10T12:39:32Z The Hawk -- just his wingspan made him a force against anybody. New York’s Best Basketball Players, as Picked by Insiders 2012-12-27T02:50:04Z The problems included longer than expected maintenance of the rig carrying the shuttle and physical obstacles within the shuttle’s wingspan including light posts, building edges, and most of all trees. Endeavour’s final journey lasts all night 2012-10-14T11:48:00Z These magnificent black-and-white seabirds, with wingspans of as much as six feet, catch fish by spectacular dives into the ocean. Skulls Engineered to Take Hard Knocks 2012-10-01T17:28:51Z Females of the species have an impressive and eye-catching 30-centimeter wingspan, 50 percent larger than the more colorful males. World's Largest Butterfly Threatened by Shrinking Habitat and Deforestation 2012-08-10T14:15:36.607Z Last season, he became a standout defensive end for the Giants, with 16 ½ sacks and a consistent ability to cause jaws to drop with his athletic ability and his 81-inch wingspan. Giants Defensive End Pierre-Paul Is No Longer a Mystery 2012-08-02T00:14:25Z "If you increase the wingspan, once it gets towards the size of a glider it's going to start working," said Mr Marshall. Landing Batman would be Splatman 2012-07-10T12:10:24Z Is tall and thick with a wide wingspan. Another new Husky --- Receiver Daniels commits 2012-06-16T22:37:49Z The moth has an average wingspan of around 4cm, and its forewings coloured in a muted yellow or brown spotted with rust, olive green or grey. You'll have to be hotter than that, virgin moths 2012-06-12T14:45:03.263Z With Errani standing at just 1.64 metres, the statuesque Russian used her 24 cms advantage and wider wingspan to great effect as she chased down everything the Italian could throw at her. Sharapova downs Errani to claim Roland Garros crown 2012-06-09T14:51:43Z The MD-83 has a wingspan of 107 feet 8 inches, a length of 130 feet 4 inches, and a tail height of 30 feet 5 inches. Engine Trouble Was Reported Before Nigerian Crash 2012-06-05T16:40:12Z Around 300 million years ago, dragonflies with the wingspans of hawks flitted above coal-producing swamps. Where Have the Hawk-Sized Insects Gone? 2012-06-04T20:02:00Z FAA has yet to publish draft drone regulations and solicit public comment on small drones, much less on the larger unmanned systems, which can have wingspans up to 20 feet and weigh hundreds of pounds. Drones for ?urban warfare? 2012-04-24T11:37:00Z With a huge wingspan of 86 inches, he is suited perfectly for the right side, however. NFL draft preview: Offensive tackles 2012-04-14T20:39:00Z Certainly, Griner is the most disruptive at the defensive end, with superb timing, anticipation and a wingspan that stretches to 7 4. Baylor 80, Notre Dame 61: Title in Hand, Baylor?s Griner Joins the Greats of Women?s Basketball 2012-04-04T03:29:36Z And if Griner was not yet the best before Tuesday, she was certainly the most disruptive at the defensive end with superb timing, anticipation and a wingspan that stretched to 7 feet 4 inches. Baylor Star Seeks to Confirm Her Outsize Place in the Game 2012-04-03T20:56:16Z On one hand, Griner is the face of the sport, an innovator with her dunking and blocking skills and her 88-inch wingspan. On College Basketball: Women?s College Basketball Needs Griner, But Can She Afford to Stay at Baylor? 2012-04-03T00:59:50Z Freshman Anthony Davis, Kentucky’s spindly 6’10 center whose wingspan can stretch across the Superdome, was a smooth 7 for 8 from the field against Louisville. Kentucky to Face Kansas in NCAA Final 2012-04-01T17:05:34Z Franklin stands 6 feet 1, wears size 13 shoes and sports a 6-4 wingspan. Missy Franklin has body built for speed 2012-03-22T14:00:00Z Dell, their dad, played in the NBA for 18 years and mom Sonya was a volleyball standout with a wingspan that made her a threat to block shots from almost anywhere on the family's driveway. Dudes. Helicopter. Ball. Rim. Need we say more? 2012-03-16T08:13:09Z But more important to Walker was what he could not see: the freshman with the 7-4 wingspan lurking somewhere behind. Kentucky?s Anthony Davis is best on the block 2012-03-12T19:29:49Z But Young did use his wingspan to help make Bryant take more difficult shots. Wizards? Nick Young saves his best for the Lakers - again 2012-03-08T06:17:12Z But the velociraptor was only 50cm tall and the pterosaur was bigger - a flying reptile with a wingspan of at least 2m. Velociraptor's scavenged last meal 2012-03-07T16:59:45Z The video showed that McGee’s wingspan is actually larger than Yao Ming’s height and concludes with him dunking a cookie in a bowl of milk placed on an plank 11 feet off the ground. John Wall to participate in Skills Challenge 2012-02-20T20:29:41Z They are much smaller than armed drones, with wingspans as short as 18 inches, compared with 55 feet for the Predators. Iraq Is Angered by U.S. Drones Patrolling Its Skies 2012-01-30T01:41:48Z He’s an amazing player, with how tall he is, the wingspan he has and the length. Wizards? Rashard Lewis on former franchise: ?They built around the right player? 2012-01-18T22:04:00Z The plane will boast a wingspan longer than a football field. Another Billionaire Joins Space Race 2011-12-19T05:15:05.180Z Their plane will have a 380-foot wingspan - longer than a football field and wider than the biggest aircraft ever, Howard Hughes' Spruce Goose. New operating system for space: High-tech tycoons 2011-12-14T15:26:09Z Their plane will have a 380-foot wingspan — longer than a football field and wider than the biggest aircraft ever, Howard Hughes’ Spruce Goose. Rutan, Microsoft?s Allen plan biggest plane ever to launch spaceships carrying cargo, people 2011-12-14T00:20:04Z It will even be bigger than the Spruce Goose, Howard Hughes’s gargantuan seaplane that flew just once in 1947 but that still holds the longest wingspan, 320 feet, of any aircraft in history. Paul Allen?s Plan: Airplanes as Launching Pads for Rockets 2011-12-13T18:52:51Z The birds grew on average by 2 percent in both mass and wingspan. Why Are California Birds Getting Bigger? 2011-11-16T14:39:00Z “He’s such a big body; you have to stay with him,” Sanchez said, referring to Burress’s wingspan as much as his height. Sports of The Times: Burress Finds Redemption Within His Sizable Reach 2011-10-24T00:42:46Z I got a 7 foot 7 wingspan and I'm 6-10 so they say I'm always going to be long. Counting down the Huskies --- No. 11 Jernard Jarreau 2011-10-07T22:27:07Z Now, these are bigger airplanes than what you might see most kids playing with – these models are over 5 feet long with wingspans to match. Even With Explosives, Model Planes Just Aren't That Dangerous 2011-10-05T02:52:06Z |
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