standing pilot
[/ˈstændɪŋ ˈpaɪlət/]
nounpl: standing pilots
queimador piloto permanente
1. A small flame that burns continuously in a gas appliance (such as a furnace, water heater, or stove) to ignite the main burner when needed
The standing pilot light in the water heater keeps the burner ready to ignite at any time.
O queimador piloto permanente no aquecedor de água mantém o queimador pronto para acender a qualquer momento.
2. In aviation, a pilot who is always on duty or available for immediate deployment
The standing pilot waited at the airfield for emergency calls.
O piloto de prontidão aguardava no aeródromo por chamadas de emergência.
The term 'standing pilot' is more prevalent in older appliance terminology and technical documentation. In modern usage, especially in Brazil and the United States, 'pilot light' has become the preferred term. This distinction is important for homeowners dealing with furnaces, water heaters, and gas stoves, as understanding how to relight a standing pilot is a common maintenance skill.
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