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For one, they're controlled, steered, etc. by manipulating the airflow over the wings, rudders, and ailerons. The lack of air makes this a bit impossible in space. Secondly, the engines rely on combustion with a mixture of fuel and air... again, the absence of air makes this impossible.

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