Aeronautical

/ˌɛə.rəˈnɔː.tɪ.kəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the science or practice of building and flying aircraft.

Her research in aeronautical engineering contributed to the development of safer flight technologies.

Concerned with the design and operation of aircraft.

The university offers an aeronautical program that prepares students for careers in the aviation industry.

Involving the principles and techniques of flight and navigation.

The aeronautical studies include extensive training in navigation systems and aerodynamics.

Pertaining to the field of aviation.

During the seminar, experts discussed various aeronautical innovations that could change the future of air travel.

Derived from the Greek words 'aero' meaning air and 'nautikos' meaning nautical.

aeronautical engineering

The branch of engineering that deals with the design and construction of aircraft.

aeronautical science

The study of the various phenomena related to flight and the design of aircraft.

aviation

The flying or operating of aircraft.

aircraft

Any vehicle that can fly, such as an airplane or helicopter.

pilot

A person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft.

Flying high

After passing all his exams, he's feeling aeronautical.

Going places

Her new job in aeronautical tech means she's really going places.