Mayday
Example Sentences
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“In that case,” a pilot responded, “we declare emergency: Mayday. Mayday, Mayday.”
Mayday, which was formed in 1997, is one of the most popular bands in the Chinese-speaking world - at one point being described as the "Beatles of Asia" by the music press.
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About two minutes later, the pilot called in a Mayday and air traffic command gave permission for the plane to land from the opposite direction, the official said.
From BBC
It is understood he issued a Mayday call soon after take off and the Spitfire was seen turning just before it plunged toward the ground.
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It is understood he issued a Mayday call soon after take off and the spitfire was seen turning just before it plunged toward the ground.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
