Aeronautical

/ɛərəʊˈnɔːtɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to aeronautics and the science and technology of aircraft design, construction, and operation.

Etymology

From 'aeronautic' + '-al' (adjective suffix). Now the standard form of the adjective, used in university degree programs and professional organizations worldwide.

Kelly Says

Aeronautical engineering pushed physics forward—solving problems of flight required inventing new materials, understanding air behavior at high speeds, and applying math that hadn't even been developed yet.

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