pilots
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈpaɪɫəts// UK //pˈaɪləts// pi·lots
n. people who fly aircraft like planes or helicopters. They are trained to control the vehicle and keep passengers safe during a flight.
n. individuals qualified to operate the directional and flight controls of an aircraft. Often used in the plural to refer to the flight crew of a commercial or military vessel.
The pilots prepare the plane for takeoff.
After the storm passed, the pilots were finally cleared to land the aircraft on the wet runway.
Experienced pilots must maintain their composure during mechanical failures, relying on thousands of hours of flight training to execute emergency procedures with precision and speed.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural to refer to the profession or the specific crew on a flight.