spaceflight

noun

space·flight ˈspās-ˌflīt

: flight beyond the earth's atmosphere

Examples of spaceflight in a Sentence

a history of human spaceflight

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The ability to dock autonomously is also required for space station construction and operation as ISRO develops its human spaceflight program. —

Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024 In addition to his career in finance, Isaacman has led two private spaceflights through SpaceX, in 2021 and 2024, commanding crews on multiday trips around the Earth. —

Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024 If confirmed, Isaacman, 41, would be the fifth NASA administrator with spaceflight experience, replacing former Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson, who flew into orbit aboard the space shuttle Columbia in early 1986. —

William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Dec. 2024 Trump's disposition towards Artemis, SpaceX and Mars exploration could signal that his administration will prioritize spaceflight programs over other areas of scientific research. —

Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spaceflight