aeronautical
Americanadjective
adjective
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Origin of aeronautical
Example Sentences
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In SpaceX’s early days, some industry and government officials ridiculed the idea that a startup with no ties to major aeronautical firms could compete against established contractors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
Alternatives to an equity raising include the deferral or cancellation of planned aeronautical capex, says Jarden, noting Air New Zealand’s plans here totaled NZ$3.4 billion at 1H.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
According to the aeronautical data provider Cirium, at least 1,560 inbound flights to the Middle East out of 3,779 were cancelled on Monday.
From Barron's ● Mar. 2, 2026
The aeronautical scene is a familiar sight in the coastal city this time of year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2025
“That depends on your objective. Are you going for distance or aeronautical acrobatics?”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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