ground crew

noun

: the mechanics and technicians who maintain and service an airplane

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The latest on the Nancy Guthrie criminal investigation Search-and-rescue teams, helicopters, drones and ground crews assisted in the initial response, but the focus has since shifted to a full criminal investigation, authorities said. Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026 Authorities have been searching the Catalina Foothills area, using ground crews and dog teams, as well as drones and aircraft. Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 3 Feb. 2026 Flights are delayed an average of 36 minutes as ground crews deice departing flights, according to the FAA. Katie Langford, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026 Authorities added that search and rescue ground crews were deployed and a rescue helicopter was dispatched. David Chiu, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ground crew

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First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ground crew was in 1934

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“Ground crew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ground%20crew. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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ground crew

noun
: the mechanics and technicians who maintain and service an aircraft
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