in-flight

adjective

ˈin-ˈflīt 

(ˌ)in-

: made, carried out, or provided for use or enjoyment while in flight

in-flight movies

Examples of in-flight in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Raptor 3s on that mission experienced in-flight issues, but the startup sequence on the launch pad went off without a hitch. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026

The latest airline upgrade isn’t an in-flight bed, five-star meals or a craft cocktail. — Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 15 July 2026

Amenities The in-flight amenities are where Fiji Airways’ business class truly shines. — Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

While your suitcase holds the bulk of your wardrobe, a backpack keeps your laptop, chargers, travel documents, toiletries, snacks, and other in-flight essentials within easy reach. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in-flight

• affright
• airtight
• albite
• alight
• alright
• aplite
• aright
• bainite
• birthright
• bobwhite
• bornite
• bullfight