flypast

American

[flahy-past, -pahst] / ˈflaɪˌpæst, -ˌpɑst /

noun

flyby.

Etymology

Origin of flypast

First recorded in 1910–15; noun use of verb phrase fly past

Example Sentences

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British officials will be pleased so far with the pomp-filled US welcome for Charles and Camilla, which has included a 21-gun salute, military jet flypast and a state banquet at the White House.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Trump came to the UK last week for a three-day visit which included marching bands, a flypast by the Red Arrows and a state banquet at Windsor Castle.

From BBC • Sep. 21, 2025

One of the RAF Red Arrows experienced a bird strike on the way to a flypast on Friday.

From BBC • Aug. 16, 2025

They finished the set with that song, naturally, assisted by Red Arrows flypast; and Sunday night headliner Olivia Rodrigo hollering the lyrics from her boyfriend's shoulders.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2025

Käthe’s gone back to Alsace and I’m waiting for the moon again—everything in place and we’ve had confirmation of a bomber flypast planned for Sat. night—whether or not Op.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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