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LATAM signs for up to 74 Embraer E195‑E2s, 24 firm with 50 purchase rights

LATAM Airlines Group has placed a firm order for 24 Embraer E195‑E2s with purchase rights for 50 more — up to 74 aircraft — to expand regional connectivity across South America. Deliveries begin in the second half of 2026, and Brazil’s development bank BNDES is reported to have supported the deal.

2025-09-22T04:50:41.921287-07:00

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LATAM Expands Boeing 787 Fleet with Order for 10 Aircraft Plus Options for Five More

2024-10-28T07:00:46.799909-07:00

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Azul Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Halve Debt While Maintaining Operations

2025-05-28T03:50:51.885812-07:00

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Airbus Delivers First H145M Helicopter to German Armed Forces

2024-11-18T06:33:28.971975-08:00

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South America’s largest MRO grows: LATAM opens new hangar at São Carlos after R$40m investment LATAM Airlines has opened a new hangar at its São Carlos maintenance, repair and overhaul centre following a R$40 million (≈USD 7.5 million) investment. The expansion enlarges what the carrier describes as South America’s largest MRO hub and strengthens its in‑house maintenance capacity.

2025-09-28T08:30:35.884030-07:00

South America’s largest MRO grows: LATAM opens new hangar at São Carlos after R$40m investment

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LATAM Brasil CEO urges government not to allow cabotage LATAM Brasil’s chief executive urged the Brazilian government to prevent cabotage, opposing any move that would allow foreign airlines to operate domestic routes. The appeal frames cabotage as a policy decision for regulators to consider amid competition and market-structure concerns.

2025-09-24T07:33:05.016571-07:00

LATAM Brasil CEO urges government not to allow cabotage

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LATAM signs for up to 74 Embraer E195‑E2s, 24 firm with 50 purchase rights LATAM Airlines Group has placed a firm order for 24 Embraer E195‑E2s with purchase rights for 50 more — up to 74 aircraft — to expand regional connectivity across South America. Deliveries begin in the second half of 2026, and Brazil’s development bank BNDES is reported to have supported the deal.

2025-09-22T04:50:41.921287-07:00

LATAM signs for up to 74 Embraer E195‑E2s, 24 firm with 50 purchase rights

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Thousands stranded as LATAM Brazil, GOL and Azul cancel flights across Brazil and Argentina LATAM Brazil, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul cancelled numerous services across Brazil and Argentina, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and triggering widespread disruption at major airports. Airlines have not issued full recovery timelines amid ongoing operational and financial pressures in Brazil's aviation market.

2025-08-23T06:49:06.317392-07:00

Thousands stranded as LATAM Brazil, GOL and Azul cancel flights across Brazil and Argentina

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LATAM rolls out branded global eSIM service with Gigs to boost ancillary revenue LATAM Airlines Group has become the first Latin American carrier to embed its own branded global eSIM service into its digital ecosystem, through a partnership with connectivity provider Gigs. The offering allows passengers to purchase data plans in over 190 countries and earn LATAM Pass miles on every transaction.

2025-07-17T05:23:42.852907-07:00

LATAM rolls out branded global eSIM service with Gigs to boost ancillary revenue

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LATAM Commits $40 Million to Refurbish Cabins of 37 A319s Amid Jet Delivery Delays The LATAM Group has launched a $40 million program to overhaul the cabins of 37 Airbus A319s, installing new seating, Wi-Fi and refreshed interiors. The initiative extends the subfleet’s service life and offsets ongoing delays in deliveries of new narrow-body jets.

2025-07-14T08:04:41.379573-07:00

LATAM Commits $40 Million to Refurbish Cabins of 37 A319s Amid Jet Delivery Delays

Reuters

Google sues LATAM Airlines in U.S. to block Brazilian YouTube takedown Alphabet’s Google unit filed suit in U.S. federal court in San Jose, California, seeking a declaration that Brazilian courts cannot compel the removal of a YouTube video accusing a LATAM employee of child sexual abuse. The case tests the limits of cross-border jurisdiction and U.S. free speech protections.

2025-06-12T17:10:57.983410-07:00

Google sues LATAM Airlines in U.S. to block Brazilian YouTube takedown

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Azul Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Halve Debt While Maintaining Operations Brazil’s Azul Linhas Aéreas has filed for Chapter 11 in a Delaware court to halve its debt load while keeping its network and payroll intact. The carrier secured backing from major partners including AerCap, American and United Airlines as it embarks on a court-supervised restructuring.

2025-05-28T03:50:51.885812-07:00

Azul Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Halve Debt While Maintaining Operations