Aircraft spotting, or planespotting, is a hobby consisting of observing and tracking aircraft, which is usually accomplished by photography or videography. Besides monitoring aircraft, planespotting enthusiasts also record information regarding airports, air traffic control communications, airline routes, and more.
A group of spotters at Domodedovo International Airport taking photos of a KrasAir Ilyushin Il-96-300 in 2008.
The high engine position on this USAF A-10 Thunderbolt II is an easily observed distinguishing feature of this aircraft.
Warning sign at Maho Beach for runway 10 approach to Princess Juliana International Airport. Numerous observers have been injured or even killed after being blown into solid objects by jet blast following attempts at 'riding' the airport fence.
Spotters and photographers enjoy seeing aircraft in special colour schemes, like this Malaysia Airlines Boeing 747-400.
A hobby is considered to be a regular activity that is done for enjoyment, typically during one's leisure time. Hobbies include collecting themed items and objects, engaging in creative and artistic pursuits, playing sports, or pursuing other amusements. Participation in hobbies encourages acquiring substantial skills and knowledge in that area. A list of hobbies changes with renewed interests and developing fashions, making it diverse and lengthy. Hobbies tend to follow trends in society. For example, stamp collecting was popular during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries as postal systems were the main means of communication; as of 2023, video games became more popular following technological advances. The advancing production and technology of the nineteenth century provided workers with more leisure time to engage in hobbies. Because of this, the efforts of people investing in hobbies has increased with time.
Hobby: collecting seashells
In Tristram Shandy, the term "hobby-horse" was used to refer to whimsical obsessions, which led to the current use of the word "hobby".
Writing and editing articles for Wikipedia is a hobby for some people.
There are people who enjoy motorcycle touring alone or in groups, and there are also club teams.