24 Pictures of Feline Flyers with Airplane Ears Ready for Takeoff

You haven't truly experienced pawrenthood until you've witnessed the glorious phenomenon known as airplane ears. It's that unmistakable sideways ear flattening that makes your feline look like they're about to taxi down a runway and we're here for every dramatic second.

Whether it's because you made a suspicious noise, introduced a new item into their territory (how dare you bring home a houseplant), or simply walked past them the wrong way, cats will deploy their in-flight mode with full cattitude. These whiskered wonders can turn even the most minor inconvenience into a furst class scandal.

No matter how miffed they look, it's absolutely hissterical. Paired with a puffed-up tail or a judgmental glare, airplane ears are a top-tier cat expression, right up there with loafing and the slow blink of royal approval.

So next time you see your kitty channeling their inner aircraft, just salute your pilot, give them a treat, and back away slowly. Airplane ears might signal a moment of feline drama, but they always land right back in your heart.

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This grumpy little kitty may look annoyed, but honestly, that serious face only adds to his charm and makes him even more adorable! Sometimes a little sass is exactly what makes a cat’s personality shine brighter.
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This kitty’s rocking the ultimate side-eye with those perfectly tilted side ears. Clearly unimpressed but still looking absolutely pawsome and ready to judge the whole room with style and sass!
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This cat with airplane ears is taking his purrsonal radar to new heights! Those flappy, flying ears make him look ready for takeoff. Or just super curious about everything around them.
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