aircrew

or air crew

[ air-kroo ]

noun

1. U.S. Air Force. the crew of an aircraft.

aircrew

/ ˈɛəˌkruː /

noun

1. sometimes functioning as plural the crew of an aircraft

Word History and Origins

Origin of aircrew¹

First recorded in 1920–25; air ¹ + crew ¹

Example Sentences

The aircraft are flown by regular RAF aircrew.

From BBC

Details of such operations are classified for the security of the U.S. military aircrews that transport the men.

From New York Times

But the aircrews here in Jordan insist they are making a difference, that they are filling a gap - not least while there is simply not enough aid getting through by road or sea.

From BBC

The aircrew on board have done this flight a dozen times.

From BBC

“Our thoughts remain with the families and squadron mates of our CV-22 aircrew and we extend our sincerest gratitude to every asset who assisted in the search,” Williams said in a statement.

From Seattle Times