This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, March 2, 2026 (6 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ T
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PILOT as a word: A person who steers a ship, a helmsman; A person who knows well the depths and currents of a harbor or coastal area, who is hired by a vessel to help navigate the harbor or coast.
PILOT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 2, 2026.
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