If you've read How Airplanes Work, you know that an airplane has to get a lot of air moving over its wings to generate lift. To make takeoff a little easier, carriers can get additional airflow over the flight deck by speeding through the ocean, into the wind, in the direction of takeoff.
Story highlights: â Based on your bank receipt after you make a deposit, it will take approximately two days for your check to clear (keep in mind there are many factors involved that may slow this process down). â Typically, your bank should receive the funds from the paying institution within five business days.
In the United States there are laws on how long it may take to clear a check. If the check is local it must clear in 48 hours; if it is from out of state (from another state) then it must clear in 5 working days (Saturday and Sunday are not counted, even if the bank is open those days). Banks can actually clear checks within minutes of its receipt.