This is the 8750th most frequent Russian word.
пилот
Pilot.
Here, 'пилот' refers to a person, specifically a professional who pilots an aircraft.
Пилот управляет самолётом.
The pilot controls the airplane.
Here, 'пилот' is used to express someone's aspiration to have the profession associated with aviation.
Я мечтаю стать пилотом.
I dream of becoming a pilot.
Here, 'пилот' is used metaphorically to describe the lack of direction or leadership for the project.