aviator

noun
UK /ˈeɪvieɪtə/
US /ˈeɪvieɪtər/

A person who flies airplanes.

The aviator waved from the cockpit before takeoff.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A style of sunglasses with large lenses, often worn by pilots.

He wore aviators to block the bright sun.

3. A brand or type of jacket originally made for pilots.

She zipped up her aviator jacket before heading out.

4. A person who designs or builds aircraft.

The aviator sketched a new wing design.