airman

• Substantivo que designa um homem que pilota uma aeronave ou que faz parte da tripulação de uma aeronave. Também pode se referir a um membro da Força Aérea, especialmente em contextos militares.

A noun referring to a person who operates or serves as a crew member on an aircraft.

1. Aircraft operatorB1formal

   A person who flies or operates an aircraft, such as a pilot or crew member.

   Aviador

   • The airman skillfully landed the plane during the storm.
   • She trained for years to become a qualified airman.
   • The airman checked the instruments before takeoff.

   Sinônimosaeronautaviatorflierflyerpilot

2. Military rankB1formal

   A member of the air force, especially one of the lowest ranks.

   Militar da Força Aérea

   • The airman was awarded a medal for bravery.
   • He enlisted as an airman in the Royal Air Force.
   • The airman followed orders to secure the base.

   Sinônimosaircraftman