pilot rescued
Definition
A phrase describing the successful extraction or salvation of an aviator from a perilous situation, such as a plane crash, ditching at sea, or hostage scenario.
Informally, a metaphorical expression for a project leader or 'pilot' program saved from impending failure by last-minute intervention.
Examples
The pilot rescued from the fiery wreckage became an instant hero, though he later admitted his first thought was 'Where's my coffee?'
After the startup's pilot program nearly tanked, the CEO swooped in like a helicopter parent, and voilà—pilot rescued.
In a plot twist worthy of a blockbuster, the rogue pilot rescued his own career by blaming the autopilot.
The fishing vessel spotted the downed pilot rescued at sea, who waved back with a soggy thumbs-up and a request for Dramamine.