Aerotechnics

/ˌɛərətɛkˈnɪks/ noun

Definition

The technology, engineering principles, and practical techniques used in aviation and aircraft design.

Etymology

From aero- and -technics (the plural of technic, meaning applied science or practical methods). Used primarily in engineering contexts since the early 20th century.

Kelly Says

Aerotechnics advanced so rapidly that planes designed in 1910 looked like wooden boxes with wings compared to 1940 fighters—the science of making things fly evolved faster than almost any other technology in history.

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