Who was ghost rider in the movie Top Gun?

In the movie "Top Gun," the character known as "Ghost Rider" is a callsign for Lieutenant Pete "Maverick" Mitchell, played by Tom Cruise. The term is used during aerial combat training exercises, where pilots are assigned callsigns to identify them in communication. Maverick's skills and bravado in the cockpit make him a standout among his peers, leading to his legendary status.