The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word EOLIAN
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The straight part
We know that "by air in other words" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case by air in other words = eolian.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does EOLIAN mean?
EOLIAN adjective- Of, or relating to the wind.
- Carried, deposited or eroded by the wind.
- Aeolian mode