Crossword clue
“Esteemed fighter pilot”
This clue appeared as 56-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ACELetters3
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Esteemed fighter pilot” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 11, 2026 as 56-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Esteemed fighter pilot” clue?+
The answer is ACE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 11, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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