I have been in this discussion before, but it is always a fun topic if folks can stay objective.
Long before there were flying machines at all, the term was used to describe those who controlled sea vessels.
Loosely speaking, it could be defined as anyone at the controls of an flying vehicle.
I found studying for the 107 that there is much more to consider than what camera setting you make
What I learned about weather, air traffic patterns, etc was well worth studying.
Now does that qualify me to fly a fighter jet or passenger plane. Noooooo
But I do have to consider many of the same dynamics when I put something that costs thousands of dollars into the air, and over people and property.
I have had a couple "pilots" come at me saying taking a test does not make you a pilot. Well according to the FAA I am a "Remote" Pilot. So sorry.
Look at scuba diving. Your opening classification is open water diver. You can advance and become a rescue diver, or dive master, but technically you are still a diver.
Long before there were flying machines at all, the term was used to describe those who controlled sea vessels.
Loosely speaking, it could be defined as anyone at the controls of an flying vehicle.
I found studying for the 107 that there is much more to consider than what camera setting you make
What I learned about weather, air traffic patterns, etc was well worth studying.
Now does that qualify me to fly a fighter jet or passenger plane. Noooooo
But I do have to consider many of the same dynamics when I put something that costs thousands of dollars into the air, and over people and property.
I have had a couple "pilots" come at me saying taking a test does not make you a pilot. Well according to the FAA I am a "Remote" Pilot. So sorry.
Look at scuba diving. Your opening classification is open water diver. You can advance and become a rescue diver, or dive master, but technically you are still a diver.
