: made, carried out, or provided for use or enjoyment while in flight
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This bag also doubles as my personal item, so my valuables stay with me at my seat while in-flight. Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2026 The service supports connectively around the globe, as well as in-flight and direct-to-cell services. Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 2 July 2026 Don't forget your in-flight comfort — this heavenly memory foam travel pillow is discounted to just $10. Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026 United now recognizes each passenger and can display personalized ads on its in-flight entertainment system. Rakesh Agrawal, PC Magazine, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for in-flight

Word History

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in-flight was in 1944

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“In-flight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-flight. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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