flight leader
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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When I reached out to several airlines about the issue, they either didn’t address it directly or said they review reports and follow up with the crew member or their flight leader.
From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2022
Navy Blue Angels commanding officer and flight leader.
From Washington Times • Apr. 28, 2020
Brian Kesselring, Blue Angels commanding officer and flight leader, praised the dedication of those on the front lines and said it is an honor to highlight their perseverance and sacrifice.
From Fox News • Apr. 25, 2020
Armed with heat-seeking Sidewinder missiles and Sparrow radar-guided missiles, the U.S. flight leader dove out of the sun but overshot on his first pass.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Dave waited until he saw his flight leader swerve off to slam in at the Junkers to the right.
From Dave Dawson at Dunkirk by Bowen, Robert Sydney
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