High-altitude flight is getting increasing attention from sectors ranging from telecommunications to emergency response. To make that airspace more accessible, NASA is developing an air traffic ...

High-altitude architecture and infrastructure never happen by accident. A station or shelter carved into or set atop a ...

For many Olympic athletes, getting ready to compete is not just about strength, speed, or endurance. When events take place high in the mountains, training the body to cope with thin air becomes just ...

Some athletes go to the gym. Some run long distances across vast terrains. Some even build their fitness using brine and seafoam. But many Olympic hopefuls, such as those competing in this year's ...

If planning to explore Colorado's caves or volcanic formations, build in extra acclimatization time before strenuous activities. Alcohol consumption should be avoided for the first 48 hours at high ...