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aircraft

[air-kraft, -krahft] / ˈɛərˌkræft, -ˌkrɑft /


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In this year’s winter period, Lufthansa will cut five aircraft that operate on short- and medium-haul routes across six hubs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

To this end, the group will retire the last four Airbus A340-600s in October, it said, adding that two B747-400 aircraft will be grounded later on.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

During the 2026-27 winter season, capacity will be cut further at Lufthansa’s core brand’s short- and medium-haul program by five aircraft, the group said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

“Whether the material originated from aircraft systems, waste leakage, or another source, this event raises important concerns about aviation safety over densely populated communities in Los Angeles County.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

An aircraft could send out a radio signal to a station on the ground.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein