copilot

[ koh-pahy-luht ]

noun

1. a pilot who is second in command of an aircraft.

copilot

/ ˈkəʊˌpaɪlət /

noun

1. a second or relief pilot of an aircraft

Word History and Origins

Origin of copilot¹

First recorded in 1925–30; co- + pilot

Example Sentences

Having served in Afghanistan as an Apache helicopter copilot gunner from 2012 to 2013, Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has also experienced PTSD.

From Seattle Times

But at the moment Burt called on the radio, copilot Yeager gave a speed report, drowning out the message.

From Seattle Times

He is a veteran himself, having served in Afghanistan an Apache helicopter copilot gunner in 2012-2013.

From Seattle Times

While it can carry dozens of people, the normal crew component for the Super Stallion is four: a pilot, copilot, crew chief, and mechanic/gunner, according to a U.S.

From Seattle Times

Autopilot is an evolution of Luminance's copilot tool, which colour-codes clauses for legal professionals as they review a contract in Word.

From BBC