What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crate for pilots transported in wooded area near the Equator (8,6)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of CRATE + FOR + PILOTS = TROPICALFOREST The answer is TROPICALFOREST.

Crate for pilots transported in wooded area near the Equator (8,6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17612 | 26 Across | 2025-05-06 flower