first officer

noun

1. first mate.

2. copilot.

first officer

noun

1. another name for first mate

2. the member of an aircraft crew who is second in command to the captain

Example Sentences

She hurried to the cockpit and gave the note to Captain William Scott and First Officer Bill Rataczak.

From Los Angeles Times

First Officer Bill Rataczak figured that flying this way would burn a lot of fuel.

From Los Angeles Times

Now First Officer Rataczak’s watch showed almost 8 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times

With Brooks is Dan Gradwohl, 30, a first officer on 727s for Ryan International Airlines, a charter service.

From Los Angeles Times

Police said the first officer to reach the scene was shot in the head and he remains in a serious condition.

From BBC