aircraft

Example Sentences

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Therefore it is part of the government’s nonmilitary fleet of aircraft.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The legislation does not foresee an increase in the size of France's armed forces, which remains at 210,000 active-duty personnel, 225 combat aircraft and 15 first-rate frigates.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

A widebody aircraft is a larger, twin-aisle plane designed to carry more passengers over longer distances, making it essential for non-stop international and long-haul routes.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Anyone with even a cursory understanding of the aircraft, or simply the ability to use Google and follow basic facts, could have arrived at that conclusion.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

To be considered an ace, a fighter pilot has to shoot down five aircraft.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein