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    Piloto (en. Pilot)

    /piˈloto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who operates an airplane.
    The airline pilot is very experienced.
    El piloto de la aerolínea es muy experimentado.
    A person who controls a ship.
    The ship's pilot navigated through difficult waters.
    El piloto del barco navegó por aguas difíciles.
    A device that guides the course of a machine, such as an airplane or a ship.
    The autopilot was activated during the flight.
    El piloto automático se activó durante el vuelo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pila', which means 'rudder' or 'crossbow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    test pilot
    A person who tests airplanes or ships before they enter service.
    piloto de pruebas
    autopilot
    A system that automatically controls an aircraft or vehicle.
    piloto automático
    pilot's log
    A document that contains information and details about the flight.
    carta de piloto

    Related Words

    navigator
    A person who directs a ship.
    navegante
    driver
    A person who operates a vehicle.
    conductor
    crew member
    A member of the crew of an airplane or ship.
    tripulante

    Slang Meanings

    Private airplane pilot.
    That guy is a pilot who flies his own plane.
    Ese tipo es un piloto que vuela su propio avión.
    Race car driver.
    The Formula 1 driver won the race.
    El piloto de Fórmula 1 ganó la carrera.