When the characters fly through the air, the space becomes an actual medium, not a dead zone.

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Leaving spectacles on a sink or vanity, where hair spray and perfume can fly through the air, adds to the residue.

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It actually flew through the air and rumbled over roads, but didn't fly as well as the average plane nor drive as well as the average car.

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