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Aircraft

usgb/ˈerkræft/Volume
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Varying Sizes

Aircraft can range from small planes to large airliners, depending on their use and capacity.

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Small private aircraft are often used for individual travel.
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Not Always Powered

Some aircraft, like gliders, don't have engines and rely on wind and thermals to fly.

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We watched the gliders silently soaring, marveling at these engineless aircraft.
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General Usage

Use 'aircraft' when referring to any kind of air vehicle in general situations, regardless of the type.

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The airport manages a variety of aircraft daily.
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