What is a flight engineer?

Answer 1

In aviation, a flight engineer is a member of the aircrew of an aircraft who is responsible for checking the aircraft before and after each flight, and for monitoring and operating aircraft systems during flight. The flight engineer usually has a background in aircraft maintenance and may reasonably be described as the "technical expert" member of the operating crew.

Answer 2

A flight engineer is a member of the flight crew responsible for monitoring and managing the aircraft's systems during flight. They work alongside the pilot and copilot to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft. Flight engineers are trained to handle a wide range of in-flight emergencies.