Bees fly.
Therefore, there is something wrong with the math. QED
(actually, in this case, I suspect that the math is fine, but that it's applied to an incorrect physical model. Garbage in, garbage out.)
I'm surprised at the amount of response that statement made.. especially since it was meant to be a sarcastic remark showing that things aren't always what they seem..
I'll have to look up the basis for the original quotes on it, but I'll "bet" it was some sort of urban legend..
Fact is, the mechanics of flight for "bumblebees" ( someone insisted I should be specific ) has been worked out and verified..
Scientists have determined that bumblebees can fly..
Bumblebees world wide are mightily relieved.. ( sarcasm )