The Orange Albatross (Appias nero) is a striking butterfly found in Southeast Asia, known for its vibrant orange wings and distinctive black markings. Both males and females exhibit similar wing shapes, but the females have broader black borders and markings on their wings. This species is commonly found in forests at various elevations, with females preferring higher altitudes. The Orange Albatross is a relatively common butterfly in its range, often seen flying swiftly through the forest under

On June 12, cyclist and pilot Bryan Allen pedaled the Gossamer Albatross across the English Channel. The dream of human-powered flight was very publicly realized on that day! The Museum of Flight is home to the Gossamer Albatross II, the backup aircraft for the big day. The Albatross II was used at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center for testing related to electric motors. Check out this NASA video of the Gossamer Albatross II in flight during a test! Notice anything about the pilot? Check out