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
For this feat the flight leader received the Silver Star, his copilot the Distinguished Flying Cross.
From Time Magazine Archive
After about ten minutes the flight leader told the ground controller, who had been getting a running account of the unsuccessful intercept, that their fuel was low and that they'd have to break off soon.
From The Report on Unidentified Flying Objects by Ruppelt, Edward J.
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