What is another word for heavier-than-air craft?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛviəðɐnˈe͡ə kɹˈaft] (IPA) 
The term 'Heavier-than-air craft' commonly refers to any vehicle that is designed to fly using the principles of aerodynamics. However, there are several synonyms for this term that are equally valid and commonly used. One such synonym is 'fixed-wing aircraft', which is a more technical term used to describe planes and jets that have a fixed-wing instead of a rotary or hovering mechanism. Another synonym that could be used is 'aeroplane', which is the British English spelling of airplane commonly used to describe any heavier-than-air craft that is designed to be piloted by a human crew. Other synonyms for "heavier-than-air craft" include "aircraft", "flying machine", and "airplane".
