Lead pilot's support Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Saturday, November 3, 2012 · 29-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, November 3, 2012.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 3, 2012 · 29-Down · 7 letters
WINGMAN0 of 7 letters revealed
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What does this clue mean?
the pilot who positions his aircraft outside and behind (on the wing of) the leader of a flying formation
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