supersonic transports

noun

plural of supersonic transport
as in supersonics

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  1. jets
  2. tankers
  3. aircraft
  4. ships
  5. tractors
Noun
  • And, as Europe has felt more threatened by Russian incursions, a week ago NATO fighter jets destroyed a drone near Romania’s natural gas projects in the Black Sea.
    — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The latest flare-up revives memories of the 1982 war that killed hundreds on both sides, but today a far stronger British garrison, modern jets and naval patrols make any new conflict far riskier.
    — Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of jets
Noun
  • There has been very limited demand to book tankers to load oil from ports in the Persian Gulf, a step that would need to happen for shipments from the export installations to happen, shipbrokers and tanker owners said Friday.
    — Alex Longley, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Definition of tankers
Noun
  • The French Navy’s Falcon 50, along with two British lifeboats and two British aircraft, has been deployed in the search.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The aircraft will maximize the defensive potential of Qatar's F-15QAs, Rafales, and Typhoons, allowing for extended surveillance and interception missions, reinforcing a defensive posture rather than offensive strikes.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of aircraft
Noun
  • Newlight projects annual savings of roughly $500,000 for similar ships.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Wichai Yuankham, 35, a factory worker who came to watch the ships arrive, said the naval visit was a welcome boost to the local economy.
    — Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of ships
Noun
  • The show features displays of vintage tractors and engines along with tractor rides, wagon rides, exhibitors, food, live music and a daily parade.
    — Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Definition of tractors
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