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LATAM has selected Quvia’s inflight connectivity (IFC) system performance monitoring solution for deployment across its connected fleet. The system gives the airline visibility into how onboard internet performs, extending Quvia’s presence in the airline market.
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LATAM has selected Quvia’s inflight connectivity (IFC) system performance monitoring solution for deployment across its connected fleet. The system gives the airline visibility into how onboard internet performs, extending Quvia’s presence in the airline market.
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LATAM Airlines Group reported third-quarter revenue of $4.567 billion, up 18.4%, and net income of $441 million. A 52% jump in fuel costs cut its adjusted operating margin to 12.5% from 18.1%; despite passing through about 80% of the increase via higher fares, LATAM lowered its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook while raising its revenue guidance floor.
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A LATAM Airlines Peru Airbus A320 scheduled to fly from Lima to Piura emitted large flames from its left engine at Jorge Chávez International Airport on Monday, the 19th, shortly before departure. Passengers were evacuated; the articles provide no further details on injuries or the cause.
LATAM Airlines Brasil has received its first E195-E2 directly from Embraer. The aircraft, registered as PS-LTA, is scheduled to enter domestic service on November 30, marking the start of the airline’s E195-E2 operations.
LATAM Airlines Brazil and Embraer marked the start of the delivery process for the airline’s first E195-E2. The aircraft’s arrival will add the E2 generation to LATAM Brazil’s fleet, though the announcement provides no delivery schedule, fleet count or details on how the aircraft will be deployed.
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