what is the difference between drivers and pilots? why are cars and truck etc drivers while planes and ships are pilots

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what is the difference between drivers and pilots? why are cars and truck etc drivers while planes and ships are pilots

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Pilots for ships are local specialists who come aboard just to manage the entry to or exit from a harbour or similar region of navigational hazards. Most of the time ships are steered without the involvement of any pilot.