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pilots
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someone whose job is to operate an aircraft
- A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers.
- A pilot must have good vision and quick reflexes.
- As a child, he dreamed of becoming a pilot.
- It's important for a pilot to stay calm under pressure.
- The pilot checked the aircraft before the long-haul flight.
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small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner
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an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
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a TV or radio program made to see how the audience react and whether it should be made into a series
A pilot is the first episode of a television show or series, created to showcase the concept, characters, and style of the program. It serves as a test episode to see how well the show is received by audiences, critics, and network executives. If the pilot is successful, it may lead to a full season of episodes. Pilots are often used to help decide whether a show should be picked up for regular production or not, and they are usually not aired as part of the regular series unless the show is approved.
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a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor