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Emirates targets Milan–Lima fifth-freedom route amid potential Italian expansion
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Emirates targets Milan–Lima fifth-freedom route amid potential Italian expansion
Emirates is reportedly nearing approval for a fifth-freedom service linking Milan and Lima, allowing the Dubai-based carrier to sell traffic between Italy and Peru. Los Angeles, São Paulo and Mexico City are also under consideration, signaling a possible expansion of Emirates’ Italy-based network strategy.
LATAM schedules Embraer E195-E2 debut for mid-fourth quarter 2026
LATAM Airlines plans to introduce Embraer’s E195-E2 into service in mid-fourth quarter 2026, establishing the timing for the aircraft’s debut within the carrier’s network. The schedule provides a milestone for LATAM’s fleet planning and Embraer’s commercial deployment of the E2 family.
LATAM Airlines to add 12 Embraer E195-E2s by the end of 2026
LATAM Airlines plans to close 2026 with 12 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, expanding its fleet with Embraer’s latest-generation regional jet. The announcement underscores continued fleet growth and the E195-E2’s role in LATAM’s future capacity strategy.
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LATAM to Launch Embraer E195-E2 Service in Brazil With Four New Destinations and Eight Routes
LATAM will begin deploying its first Embraer 195-E2 aircraft in Brazil this fall, with service to four new destinations and eight new routes, alongside higher frequencies across its domestic network. The expansion was announced as the airline reported a $125 million second-quarter profit.
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LATAM beats quarterly expectations and raises full-year guidance despite high fuel costs
LATAM Airlines Group reported quarterly earnings above expectations and increased its full-year guidance, citing more favorable operating conditions for the rest of the year. The outlook signals improving confidence in the carrier’s performance even as elevated fuel prices continue to pressure airline economics.
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SES wins LATAM inflight-connectivity deal for 60+ Airbus and Embraer jets as satellite operator targets broader transformation
SES will provide LATAM’s multi-orbit, electronically steerable antenna inflight-connectivity solution across more than 60 Airbus and Embraer twinjets, including its future E195-E2 fleet. The agreement comes as SES reports declining first-half revenue and adjusted EBITDA, while saying its Iris² deal is days from completion.
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