aeronautics
noun
- science involved with the study, design, and manufacturing of airflight-capable machines
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˌɛə.ɹəʊˈnɔː.tɪks/ / /ˌɛɚ.oʊˈnɔ.tɪks/ / [ˌɛɚ.oʊˈnɔ.ɾɪks]
noun
Etymology: From French aéronautique or New Latin aeronauticus. Equivalent to aero- + -naut + -ics.
- The design, construction, mathematics, and mechanics of aircraft and other flying objects; the study of and control of how aviation works.
“Near-synonyms: aerodynamics, aviation”
- The theory and practice of aircraft navigation.
“Near-synonym: aeronavigation”