: made, carried out, or provided for use or enjoyment while in flight
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Soft fabric and a relaxed fit keep things comfortable in-flight, while the coordinated look feels intentional enough for airport lounges or casual plans after landing.
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
American Airlines has begun rolling out complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi for members of its AAdvantage loyalty program, a perk that could save frequent flyers up to $10 per flight.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Aside from being something of a death trap, the Goblin idea also fell to an alternative approach of in-flight refueling for extending the range of escorting jet fighters – a much safer way of fulfilling the mission that didn't need to take up bomb bay space needed for munitions.
—New Atlas, 8 Jan. 2026
While in-flight medical emergencies may be infrequent, the FAA’s mission is to prioritize safety even in the rarest of situations.
—Tushara Surapaneni, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
American Airlines has begun rolling out complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi for members of its AAdvantage loyalty program, a perk that could save frequent flyers up to $10 per flight.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Aside from being something of a death trap, the Goblin idea also fell to an alternative approach of in-flight refueling for extending the range of escorting jet fighters – a much safer way of fulfilling the mission that didn't need to take up bomb bay space needed for munitions.
—New Atlas, 8 Jan. 2026
While in-flight medical emergencies may be infrequent, the FAA’s mission is to prioritize safety even in the rarest of situations.
—Tushara Surapaneni, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for in-flight
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“In-flight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-flight. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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