optionally piloted vehicle

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English

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Noun

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optionally piloted vehicle (plural optionally piloted vehicles)

  1. (US, military, aviation) An aircraft that may be manned or unmanned, able to function in either mode without modification.

Usage notes

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OPVs are typically remotely piloted when in unmanned mode.

Synonyms

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  • OPV (abbreviation)
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