aircraft

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Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, Monroe grew up in foster homes and was discovered by an army photographer while working in an aircraft factory during World War Two.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Military aircraft have been seen flying in and out of the airbase in what experts say is ongoing preparation despite the court order.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

They also exempted goods that can’t be made in size in the U.S., such as beef, pineapples, coffee, certain minerals, and aircraft parts.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The analysts estimate that the airline’s owned aircraft are worth around 6.5 pounds per share, which is significantly higher than the current share price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The Japanese destroyed or damaged three navy cruisers, three destroyers, an anti-aircraft training ship, and one minelayer, leading our nation into World War II. One hundred eighty-eight US aircraft were destroyed.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson