piloted
pi-lot-ed
verb
Conducted a trial or initial version of a project or scheme.
"They piloted the new software successfully."
verb
Operated or guided an aircraft, spacecraft, or vessel.
"The astronaut piloted the module safely."
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Synonyms: navigate, pilot, cowcatcher, fender, buffer, pilot light, pilot burner, pilot film, pilot program, fly, aviate, airplane pilot