Pilot

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A pilot standing with his aircraft, Earth, circa 1940s


A Pilot is an individual who navigates a planet-bound aircraft, ocean-bound ship or space-faring vessel. They are often specialists and experts in their craft.

  • The term "fly boy" is slang for a pilot, dating back to the 1800s.



Command Pilot

A command pilot is a navigator from the command division on a starship.


Fighter Pilot

A fighter pilot or combat pilot is a military aviator, explicitly trained to engage other aircraft.


Test Pilot

A test pilot is a pilot who tests new prototype vessels.


Pilot Vessel

A type of spacecraft used for guiding a larger ship to a location, such as a planet.