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US/ˈer.kræft/
UK/ˈeə.krɑːft/
any vehicle that can fly, such as a plane or helicopter
In context
Vietnam Airlines has ordered fifty new aircraft for its long-haul routes.
The aircraft landed safely at Noi Bai despite the heavy rain.
Passengers must switch off their phones while the aircraft is taking off.
Words that go with aircraft
adjective + noun
- military aircraftSeveral military aircraft flew over the city on National Day.
- commercial aircraftCommercial aircraft usually fly at about ten kilometers high.
- light aircraftA light aircraft crashed in a field, but the pilot survived.
noun + noun
- aircraft carrierAn aircraft carrier can carry dozens of planes.
- aircraft engineThe aircraft engine was checked before every flight.
verb + noun
- board the aircraftPassengers began to board the aircraft at 9 p.m.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The airport has many aircrafts.Correct: The airport has many aircraft.