aircraft

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But there was a near 26-percent month-on-month decline in the category of transport equipment that includes military vehicles, aircraft, ships and trains.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

No commercial flights have been downed during this war, but at least five parked aircraft have been struck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Last year, the Royal Navy unveiled plans for a network of drones, warships and surveillance aircraft aimed at protecting vital undersea infrastructure.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The F-15E Strike Eagle is a two-seat aircraft that flies with a pilot and a weapons systems officer.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

At first, aircraft were used mainly to carry out reconnaissance flights, affording a bird’s-eye view of the battlefield and enemy positions.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman