Crossword clue
“U.F.O. pilot”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALIENLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withN
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “U.F.O. pilot” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 15, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with N, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “U.F.O. pilot” clue?+
The answer is ALIEN (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 15, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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