copilot

noun

co·​pi·​lot ˈkō-ˌpī-lət 

: a qualified pilot who assists or relieves the pilot but is not in command

Examples of copilot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In financial institutions, this is extended, as AI copilots help analysts draft first-pass regulatory summaries, run stress-testing simulations, analyze trade anomalies and produce documentation for complex risk models. — Peter Smulovics, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

The crash, which sent thick black smoke billowing into the sky, trapped the pilot and copilot in the cockpit and some occupants in cars, said Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Chief Ray Jadallah. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026

Miami-Dade Fire Chief Ray Jadallah said at least two people were trapped in vehicles hit by the aircraft, while the pilot and copilot were also trapped inside the plane. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026

The pilot and the copilot were trapped in the cockpit, while one person had to be rescued from under a vehicle, the county officials added. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

copilot

noun

co·​pi·​lot ˈkō-ˌpī-lət 

: a pilot who assists the pilot or commander of a flight of an aircraft or spacecraft