How do I install the k8s pilot mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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K8s Pilot MCP Server

`k8s_pilot` is a lightweight, centralized control plane server for managing **multiple Kubernetes clusters** at once. With powerful tools and

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What is the K8s Pilot MCP Server?

k8s_pilot is a lightweight, centralized control plane server for managing multiple Kubernetes clusters at once. With powerful tools and intuitive APIs, you can observe and control all your clusters from one cockpit.

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Maintained by bourbonkk, written in Python.

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How to install the K8s Pilot MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "k8s_pilot": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": [
        "--directory",
        "<path-to-cloned-repo>/k8s-pilot",
        "run",
        "--with",
        "mcp[cli]>=1.28.0,<2",
        "python",
        "k8s_pilot.py"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Frequently asked questions

`k8s_pilot` is a lightweight, centralized control plane server for managing **multiple Kubernetes clusters** at once. With powerful tools and intuitive APIs, you Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.