What makes someone a good pilot? What characteristic do they have that most other pilots don’t have?

I can offer this much, after flying for well over 40 years now (accident-free).

What makes a good pilot can be broken down into three co-equal characteristics:

1. Good stick. A smooth, capable control touch.

2. Smarts. Intelligence, and a keen, studied grasp of all the necessary aviation knowledge.

3. Good judgement. Can be counted upon to make the right, safe decisions.

To be a good pilot, it takes all three.

Source: Quora