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.
Clearing Checks You Write. You might wonder how long it takes a check to clear after you write it, and there's no great answer (it depends on several factors). It usually takes a few days for the checks you write to hit your account, but that timeline is compressing rapidly since the Check 21 law passed.