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==Infobox==

If the article is of moderate length or longer, an [[wikipedia:infobox|infobox]] is often a good way to sum up relevant information. {{tl|Infobox Aircraft}} presents data such as manufacturer, maiden flight, service entry and retirement dates, number produced, and other quick facts in a fairly attractive and concise fashion. For the most part, as there is an appropriate field in the infobox itself, including the manufacturer in the "name" field is not necessary. Some exceptions exist, such as aircraft which only have model numbers.

Based on several past discussions, the infobox is purely optional, though infoboxes including specifications are frowned upon. {{tl|Infobox Aircraft}} was designed with input from the project and its use is encouraged.