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aircraft

[air-kraft, -krahft] / ˈɛərˌkræft, -ˌkrɑft /


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They also denied media reports that she had attempted to open the door of the aircraft.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Understanding these compromises could also lead to improvements in aviation technology, particularly drones and other robotic aircraft that use flapping wings.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

"The smoke not only reduces visibility and disrupts aircraft operations, but also affects residents' health," the agency warned.

From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026

Multiple fixed-wing aircraft and water-dropping helicopters battled the blaze until sunset.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

Sometimes they also had to deliver urgent messages, or provide a fighter escort for important officials who needed protection in case they encountered armed German aircraft.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein


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