Der Kopilot
Example: Der Kopilot überprüfte die Instrumente vor dem Start sorgfältig.
Definition
"Der Kopilot" refers to the second pilot in an aircraft who assists the captain in operating the plane and ensuring safety. This role involves monitoring instruments, communicating with air traffic control, and taking control if necessary, as illustrated by the phrase, "Der Kopilot überprüfte die Instrumente vor dem Start sorgfältig."
Etymology
The word "der Kopilot" comes from the German prefix 'ko-' meaning 'co-' or 'joint,' combined with 'Pilot,' which originates from the Latin 'pilota' and Greek 'pēdalós,' meaning 'rudder' or 'steersman.' Did you know? The prefix 'ko-' emphasizes cooperation, highlighting the copilot's role as the captain's partner in flight.
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"Der Kopilot" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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