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aviator

[ay-vee-ay-ter, av-ee-] / ˈeɪ viˌeɪ tər, ˈæv i- /


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Damon Herriman plays a cult leader in the image of David Koresh, complete with aviator glasses and rock star dreams.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

In addition to her highly public activism, Steinem’s signature style, defined by her large aviator glasses and long hair, made her a sought-after TV guest star and documentary interview.

From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2026

In the video, the former Wham! frontman wore a leather jacket and aviator sunglasses while playing the guitar, as part of an attempt to reinvent his image.

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

Isaacman, an experienced aviator who has flown military aircraft for years, described the situation as a misunderstanding about the FAA’s role in an event like the 250th celebration and the aircraft.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026

‘Maybe a little ...’ He managed to take off his aviator jacket and wad it into a pillow before he keeled over and began to snore.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan

The US National Agricultural Aviation Association, which represents crop dusting pilots, says small uncrewed aircraft can be hard for its aviators to see.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

His missions included rescuing several Naval aviators and one unsuccessful attempt to rescue a Navy deckhand who fell overboard in the middle of the night.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026

Their families all paid tribute, while the military described them as "deeply capable and professional aviators" and "cherished members" of the Commando Helicopter Force.

From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026

Trump highlighted the successful rescue of two U.S. aviators whose plane was shot down by Iran.

From Barron's ● Apr. 6, 2026

And the participation of Marina’s aviators in the war effort would help present a picture of the nation as equal in all ways.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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