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Abra Group launches Chilean carrier, seeks DGAC AOC for charter and ACMI ops

Abra Group, the holding company of Avianca and GOL, has established a new Chilean carrier and applied to the DGAC for an Air Operator Certificate to operate non‑scheduled flights. The start‑up will initially focus on charter and ACMI (wet‑lease) operations.

2025-10-13T10:36:35.501954-07:00

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

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

Airways Magazine

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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LATAM to end Lima–Havana service from March 11, 2026, cites issues at Jorge Chávez Airport LATAM will suspend its Lima–Havana flights from March 11, 2026, blaming operational issues at Lima’s Jorge Chávez International Airport. The route, resumed in October 2023, will close with options to rebook travel before March 11 or receive full refunds; LATAM will assist with rebooking and ancillary refunds.

2025-10-15T15:08:26.762203-07:00

LATAM to end Lima–Havana service from March 11, 2026, cites issues at Jorge Chávez Airport

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Abra Group launches Chilean carrier, seeks DGAC AOC for charter and ACMI ops Abra Group, the holding company of Avianca and GOL, has established a new Chilean carrier and applied to the DGAC for an Air Operator Certificate to operate non‑scheduled flights. The start‑up will initially focus on charter and ACMI (wet‑lease) operations.

2025-10-13T10:36:35.501954-07:00

Abra Group launches Chilean carrier, seeks DGAC AOC for charter and ACMI ops

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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