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aircraft

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


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These mechanisms are used, among other things, to deploy wing flaps during the plane's landing approach, helping to slow the aircraft.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

The company has faced hurdles in sourcing engines, seats, lavatories and other equipment for years, hindering aircraft production and, consequently, deliveries.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

AFP reporters witness the aircraft taking off again, and the FlightAware website shows that it is heading to Miami.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

Airbus is seeking to ramp up deliveries of its commercial aircraft to customers in the fourth quarter so it can meet its annual target of roughly 870 planes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

People often assume there was a shortage of men to fly the available aircraft.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein


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