What is another word for first officer?
Pronunciation: [fˈɜːst ˈɒfɪsə] (IPA) 
First officer is a term used in aviation industry for the second pilot of an aircraft. This position is also known as co-pilot, second-in-command, or co-captain. A first officer assists the captain in decision making and handles various duties during the flight such as communication with the air traffic control, navigation, and monitoring of the aircraft's systems. However, the term first officer is widely used in the United States while in other countries such as UK, Australia, and New Zealand the position is referred to as the co-pilot. Other synonyms for first officer include senior first officer, first officer pilot, and second pilot, among others. A first officer is trained and licensed to fly the aircraft as captain and is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operations of the flight.
