If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far go together...

~African Proverb

Studies show birds conserve nearly a third of their energy traveling when flying in a V formation. This visual shows a group of birds instinctual use of aerodynamic drafting principles mimicked by the U.S. Air Force and professional race car drivers. The lead bird pays the cost to be the boss by breaking the air and making travel easier for the rest of the birds in the pack.