U.F.O. pilot NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: OCT 15, 2026 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "U.F.O. pilot"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "U.F.O. pilot" is ALIEN.

Q2.

Why is "ALIEN" the answer to the clue "U.F.O. pilot"?

The clue 'U.F.O. pilot' suggests someone who would operate or control a UFO, which is commonly associated with extraterrestrial beings or 'aliens.' The term 'alien' is often used in science fiction to describe beings from other planets.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "U.F.O. pilot" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 15, 2026.

Q4.

What does the word "ALIEN" mean in this context?

An alien is a being from another world or planet, often depicted in science fiction.

Q5.

What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

With 20-Across, feature of many a sci-fi film ... and a hint to this puzzle's shaded squares, Otherworldly creature, Sci-fi visitor, Unfamiliar entity, The thing in "The Thing," for one

5-letter answer to U.F.O. pilot in NYT Mini Crossword October 15 2026 is ALIEN.

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