This is the 13014th most frequent Spanish word.
pilotar
To pilot or to fly (an aircraft).
Here, 'pilotar' means to directly operate or control the mechanics of a vehicle, specifically an airplane.
Él sabe cómo pilotar un avión.
He knows how to pilot a plane.
In this sentence, 'pilotar' is used to denote controlling the navigation of a marine vessel.
Me gustaría aprender a pilotar un barco.
I would like to learn how to pilot a boat.
In this example, 'pilotar' figuratively refers to managing or guiding projects or tasks effectively.