Aeronautic
(adjective)
- Of or relating to the design, construction, or operation of aircraft.
- Of or relating to the science of flying.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from french aéronautique, from greek aer "air" + nautēs "sailor".
Examples:
- The aeronautic industry is a rapidly growing field.
- He studied aeronautic engineering in college.
- An aeronautic laboratory that studies the effects of wind and air resistance.
- The aeronautic museum has many historic aircraft on display.
- An aeronautic company that specializes in the design and manufacture of aircraft engines.