reconnaissance flight
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A flight made for the purpose of reconnaissance.
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- The pilot completed a routine reconnaissance flight over the enemy lines.
- Satellite images were supplemented by a low-level reconnaissance flight.
- Several reconnaissance flights were scheduled to monitor the coastal movements.
- The military dispatched a reconnaissance flight to assess the damage after the storm.
- During the Cold War, reconnaissance flights were frequently intercepted.
- The aircraft was specifically designed for long-range reconnaissance flights.
- A high-altitude reconnaissance flight revealed hidden troop concentrations.
- Officials ordered a reconnaissance flight to check for signs of volcanic activity.
- The mission failed when the reconnaissance flight encountered heavy anti-aircraft fire.
- We need to authorize a reconnaissance flight before launching the ground operation.