For Pilot we have terms and definitions in 9 topics. The topics are Acting and Modeling, Boiler, Cruises, Graffiti, Natural Gas, Nautical, Non-Profit Accountability, Plumbing and RV.

Pilot (Acting and Modeling)

A test run of a first episode of a television series idea. A pilot is an idea for a show. Actors are assembled a pilot is shot and then the process of testing and selling the project begin.

Pilot (Boiler)

(See also Ignitor.) A flame which is utilized to ignite the fuel at the main burner or burners.

Pilot (Cruises)

A person licensed to conduct a ship into and out of a port. Pilots (or "Harbour Pilots), familiar with the harbour's traffic, tides, currents, and channels, generally are employed to conduct ships to and from their pier or anchorage. Pilots are not members of the ship's company, but board the ship prior to arrival at port. On departure, once the ship has been conducted to open water, the pilot debarks the ship.

Pilot (Graffiti)

A type of fat marker. Prized because it writes wider than a Marks-A-Lot and is made to be refilled.

Pilot (Natural Gas)

A small flame which is utilized to ignite the gas at the main burner(s).

Pilot (Nautical)

An individual with specific knowledge of a harbor, canal, river or other waterway, qualified to guide vessels through the region. Some areas require that boats and ships be piloted by a licensed pilot.

Pilot (Non-Profit Accountability)

A pretest or trial run of a program, evaluation instrument, or sampling procedure for the purpose of correcting any problems before it is implemented or used on a larger scale.

Pilot (Plumbing)

A small burner used to ignite the main burner

Pilot (RV)

A pilot is a small standby flame that is used to light the main burner of a propane fired appliance when the thermostat calls for heat. Pilots can be used in furnaces, water heaters, refrigerators, ovens and stove tops.

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