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But this officer cannot necessarily fly (5)

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pilot

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'fly' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for pilot that I've seen before include "Test or trial (project or programme)" , "Navigate" , "Lead" , "One who brings a vessel into port" , "Guide - flier" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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