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takeoff

[teyk-awf, -of] / ˈteɪkˌɔf, -ˌɒf /




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The investigation revealed the controller, distracted by a third plane circling the airport, delayed clearing the SkyWest flight for takeoff and failed to monitor the runway and airspace adequately.

From Los Angeles Times

De-icing agents usually have a short window to remain effective, measured in minutes from takeoff, he said.

From MarketWatch

De-icing agents usually have a short window to remain effective, measured in minutes from takeoff, he said.

From MarketWatch

Images of moments before the November crash showed that during takeoff, the freighter’s left engine structure detached and fell on the ground.

From The Wall Street Journal

The space giant sees an opportunity to build AI data centers in space, leveraging its dominant position in rocket takeoffs.

From Barron's