March Fun Facts
What popular spring holiday is celebrated on March 17 each year?
St. Patrick’s Day
What fizzy drink is often used to help remove stains from carpets and clothing?
Club soda
What famous soft drink was invented in New Bern, North Carolina in 1898?
Pepsi-Cola
According to legend, what did Saint Patrick drive out of Ireland?
Snakes
In 1991, Virgin Atlantic made history by becoming the first airline to put this entertainment device on the back of seats.
What is a TV? Many modern aircraft have touch screens on each seat back for entertainment like movies, TV, and even games.
March is named after the Roman god of what?
War (the Roman god Mars)
What white kitchen powder is often used to remove odors and help clean sinks and refrigerators?
Baking soda
What famous flight by two brothers took place in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in 1903?
The first powered airplane flight by Orville Wright and Wilbur Wright
What U.S. city is famous for dyeing its river green every year for St. Patrick’s Day?
Chicago
In 1970, this aircraft maker introduced its iconic 747, a wide jet airplane with increased cabin space.
What is Boeing? The first 747 went on its maiden voyage after a champagne toast by First Lady Patricia Nixon.
In the Northern Hemisphere, what season usually begins in March?
Spring
What common household liquid is often used to help remove hard water stains and soap scum?
White vinegar
What NBA superstar grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina and played college basketball at UNC?
Michael Jordan
What traditional Irish instrument, similar to a small accordion, is often played in Irish folk music?
A tin whistle
Beginning in 1988, airlines began to ban this habit during short domestic flights, to keep the air inside the plane clear and clean.
What is smoking? Until then, many planes had smoking and nonsmoking sections, but in the confined space, the smoke traveled throughout.
What famous scientist was born on March 14, a day now celebrated as Pi Day?
Albert Einstein
What citrus fruit can be used to naturally clean cutting boards and remove odors?
Lemon
What U.S. president was born in Pinehurst, North Carolina in 1918?
Gerald Ford
What word is often used to describe good fortune on St. Patrick’s Day, as in “the ___ of the Irish”?
Luck
This airline magnate opened Virgin Atlantic in 1984, to great success.
Who is Richard Branson? Branson’s goal was to create an accessible but luxurious flying experience.
What major historical event happened on March 15, 44 BC?
Julius Caesar was assassinated
What pantry staple is sometimes used to absorb grease stains from clothing or fabric?
Cornstarch
What major national park located on the NC–TN border is the most visited national park in the United States?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
What phrase meaning “Ireland forever” is often used on St. Patrick’s Day?
Erin go Bragh
This airline was the first “no frills” budget airline, with its Skytrains gaining success in the ’70s.
What is Laker Airways? Founded by Freddie Laker, it offered a lower fare with few in-flight luxuries.
Which U.S. sporting event, known for its college basketball tournament, takes place every March?
March Madness
What popular brown soda has been used as a trick to loosen rust from bolts or remove stains from toilets?
Coca-Cola
What popular furniture store chain was founded in North Carolina and is headquartered in Conover?
Havertys
What traditional Irish bread often contains raisins and is sometimes served around St. Patrick’s Day?
Irish soda bread
This large supersonic jet first flew from London to Bahrain in 1976, despite concerns about its noise and environmental impact.
What is the Concorde? Queen Elizabeth’s first flight “across the pond” in the Concorde was in 1977, from Barbados back to London.