Big sky theory

In aviation, the Big Sky Theory is that two randomly flying bodies are very unlikely to collide, as three-dimensional space is so large relative to the bodies. Some aviation safety rules involving altimetry and navigation standards are based on this concept.

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Big sky theory

In aviation, the Big Sky Theory is that two randomly flying bodies are very unlikely to collide, as three-dimensional space is so large relative to the bodies. Some aviation safety rules involving altimetry and navigation standards are based on this concept.

Source: Wikipedia "Big sky theory" · CC BY-SA 4.0

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