CEFR B2

manned aircraft

noun

Meaning

A vehicle capable of flight that carries at least one human operator on board to manage its navigation and systems.

Examples

The airline industry is shifting toward automation, but many cargo routes still rely on manned aircraft for complex maneuvers.
Safety regulations are significantly more stringent for manned aircraft than for small, remotely piloted drones.

Synonyms: piloted plane, crewed vehicle, human-operated aircraft

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manned aircraft (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /mænd ˈɛərkrɑːft/

Definition

A vehicle capable of flight that carries at least one human operator on board to manage its navigation and systems.

Examples

The airline industry is shifting toward automation, but many cargo routes still rely on manned aircraft for complex maneuvers.
Safety regulations are significantly more stringent for manned aircraft than for small, remotely piloted drones.
During the training exercise, the pilot transitioned from a simulator to a real manned aircraft.

Synonyms of manned aircraft

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Antonyms of manned aircraft

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