as in aeronautics
the business or practice of piloting airplanes, helicopters, etc.
an expert in aviation commercial aviation
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But leaving out the cryogenic class and concentrating on more day-to-day rocket, missile, and aviation fuels, there's still a lot of room for improvement.
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David Szondy
may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
As demand for elite travel experiences increased after the pandemic, Hype Luxury entered the aviation and marine sectors.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
For Palm Beach residents, that has meant prolonged road closures and aviation restrictions.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Organizers said the popular air show that includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
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David Szondy
may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
As demand for elite travel experiences increased after the pandemic, Hype Luxury entered the aviation and marine sectors.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
For Palm Beach residents, that has meant prolonged road closures and aviation restrictions.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Organizers said the popular air show that includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
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“Aviation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aviation. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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