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the science and practice of designing, building, and operating aircraft, including airplanes and spacecraft
- Aeronautics engineers work to improve fuel efficiency in aircraft engines.
- The field of aeronautics has advanced significantly since the Wright brothers' first flight.
- Universities offer specialized programs in aeronautics for aspiring aerospace engineers.
- Aeronautics encompasses the study of aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and flight mechanics.
- The development of supersonic aircraft is a milestone in modern aeronautics.
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