jet jockey
Originating in the 1940s, 'jet jockey' is a slang term primarily used in U.S. English to refer to pilots of high-speed jet aircraft.
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Definition
B2Aviation
(informal, military)A pilot who operates jet fighter aircraft.
Example
- The jet jockey skillfully maneuvered the aircraft during the airshow.
C1Space Exploration
(informal, rare)An astronaut.
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