Synonyms of aviator

aviator

noun

ˈā-vē-ˌā-tər 

as in pilot

one who flies or is qualified to fly an aircraft or spacecraft

the solo flight from New York to Paris by the aviator Charles Lindbergh captured the imagination of people around the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pilot
• airman
• flier
• birdman
• copilot
• test pilot
• flyboy
• ace
• skipper
• bush pilot
• barnstormer
• captain

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aviator

Over 45 international partners from eight nations, including South Korea, Italy, and Australia, joined US Navy aviators. — Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Instead of anything too clingy or tailored, opt for a more bohemian-style approach with flowy wrap dresses, retro aviator shades, and faux leather sandals that can tackle Paris’ cobblestone streets but still look sleek enough for a beach club in Cannes or Saint-Tropez. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026

However, instead of the rounded bug-eye styles favored by early-aughts paparazzi fixtures like Nicole Richie and Mary-Kate Olsen, mask-like aviator silhouettes are the way to go. — Jordan Julian, InStyle, 22 June 2026

The International Aeronautical Federation in France presented it to her almost two years before fellow aviator Amelia Earhart. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026