What is the difference between aircraft and airplane?

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An airplane is a type of aircraft that is designed to be flown in the air with fixed wings and a jet or propeller engine.

Aircraft is a broader term that includes all types of vehicles that can fly in the air, including helicopters, gliders, and drones.
Airplanes are a specific type of aircraft that have fixed wings and are powered by a jet or propeller engine.
Airplanes are typically used for commercial and personal transportation, while other types of aircraft have different purposes such as military operations or aerial photography.
Examples of airplanes include the Boeing 747, Airbus A380, and Cessna 172.
Examples of other types of aircraft include the Apache helicopter, the glider used in the Olympics, and the DJI Phantom drone.