Wingman

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This article is about the term in military aviation. For the term as used in social interaction, see Wingman (social).

A wingman is a pilot who supports another in a potentially dangerous flying environment.

"Wingman" was originally a term referring to the plane flying beside and slightly behind the lead plane in an aircraft formation. This formation serves to position the aircraft in such a way as to enhance mutual survival in a hostile environment.

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