Bolivian Spanish word
la avioneta
Meaning: the small plane / light aircraft
How it is used in Bolivia
The little planes that link La Paz with Amazon towns like Rurrenabaque are 'avionetas', light aircraft where weight really matters and the weather decides everything. Understanding the word sets your expectations: a short hop, a strict luggage limit, and a schedule the sky can override.
Learn it in a real situation
Explore the Yungas and Bolivian Amazon, Practical Spanish