How Do You Spell AEROSTATIES?
Pronunciation: [ˈe͡əɹə͡ʊstˌatɪz] (IPA) 
The word "aerostaties" refers to the practice of aerial navigation through the use of lighter-than-air gas-filled balloons or airships. The spelling of this word can be explained through the use of IPA phonetic transcription: ˌɛə.rəʊˈsteɪ.ʃɪz. The pronunciation of the word emphasizes the long "e" sound in "aero" and the stressed syllables in "sta" and "ies." Although not a commonly used word, "aerostaties" is a technical term that describes a fascinating aspect of aviation history.
