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2024-04-24T16:03:08.868087-07:00

LATAM Axes Boeing B737 Acquisition Plan After Gol Negotiations Fall Through

LATAM Airlines pivots from its intent to purchase Boeing B737 aircraft following unsuccessful negotiations with now-bankrupt Gol, turning its search towards alternative narrowbody options.

2024-04-23T23:16:43.991046-07:00

LATAM Flight LA800's Mid-Air Plunge: Pilot-ATC Transcript Unveiled

Newly released transcripts detail the critical moments of LATAM Flight LA800, when pilots navigated an unexpected mid-air descent, highlighting crucial flight safety insights.

2024-04-22T07:08:18.885070-07:00

Captain's Seat Shift Causes LATAM 787 In-flight Upset

A Chilean investigation found a sudden, involuntary shift in the captain's seat to be the precursor to a recent in-flight upset on a LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9.

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2024-05-02T17:25:07.806919-07:002024-05-02T17:25:07.806919-07:00

LATAM Airlines Elevates Annual Profit Outlook Following Q1 Success

Thanks to a robust Q1 performance and soaring demand, LATAM Airlines has revised its profit projections upwards for the current fiscal year.

2024-04-30T10:35:07.102659-07:002024-04-30T10:35:07.102659-07:00

LATAM Debuts Redesigned Dreamliner Economy Cabin

The LATAM Group has introduced a redesigned Economy cabin for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, aimed at enhancing the passenger experience.

2024-04-24T16:03:08.868087-07:002024-04-24T16:03:08.868087-07:00

LATAM Axes Boeing B737 Acquisition Plan After Gol Negotiations Fall Through

LATAM Airlines pivots from its intent to purchase Boeing B737 aircraft following unsuccessful negotiations with now-bankrupt Gol, turning its search towards alternative narrowbody options.

2024-04-23T23:16:43.991046-07:002024-04-23T23:16:43.991046-07:00

LATAM Flight LA800's Mid-Air Plunge: Pilot-ATC Transcript Unveiled

Newly released transcripts detail the critical moments of LATAM Flight LA800, when pilots navigated an unexpected mid-air descent, highlighting crucial flight safety insights.

2024-04-22T07:08:18.885070-07:002024-04-22T07:08:18.885070-07:00

Captain's Seat Shift Causes LATAM 787 In-flight Upset

A Chilean investigation found a sudden, involuntary shift in the captain's seat to be the precursor to a recent in-flight upset on a LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9.

2024-04-16T08:36:53.455601-07:002024-04-16T08:36:53.455601-07:00

Intelsat Expands Broadcast Services in Latin America with New Deals

Intelsat announces new broadcast service agreements with MVS Television in Mexico and Caracol in Latin America, enhancing regional media distribution.

2024-04-16T07:21:48.096742-07:002024-04-16T07:21:48.096742-07:00

LATAM Reinstates Direct Santiago-Sydney Flights in October

Resuming its 11,300 km route, LATAM challenges Qantas, enhancing Santiago-Sydney connectivity suspended since March 2020 due to the pandemic.

2024-04-12T07:26:27.482546-07:002024-04-12T07:26:27.482546-07:00

Latam Airlines Targets Expansion Post-Bankruptcy

Seventeen months post-bankruptcy, Latam Airlines Group SA, based in Santiago, is exploring new transactions and remains open to strategic opportunities, signaling a confident financial turnaround.

2024-04-09T15:39:20.312886-07:002024-04-09T15:39:20.312886-07:00

LATAM Airlines Secures Heavy Maintenance for B787 Fleet with Joramco

In a significant MRO agreement, Joramco, the engineering arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), will start C checks on three B787s of LATAM Airlines from July 2024.

2024-04-09T09:11:41.834023-07:002024-04-09T09:11:41.834023-07:00

LATAM Integrates Sabre's Air Price IQ for Enhanced Pricing Strategy

LATAM Airlines harnesses Sabre's Air Price IQ technology aiming for improved offer relevancy and higher conversion rates across sales channels.

2024-04-09T07:17:56.025991-07:002024-04-09T07:17:56.025991-07:00

LATAM Group Sets Record with 20 Million Passengers in Q1 2024

In a significant operational milestone, LATAM Group transported a record 20 million passengers during the first quarter of 2024, indicating a historic performance.

2024-03-20T02:49:49.541793-07:002024-03-20T02:49:49.541793-07:00

LATAM to Deploy A321XLR for U.S. Routes from Lima Hub

LATAM Airlines will introduce its first Airbus A321XLR to connect Lima with key destinations in the United States, fulfilling part of its ten aircraft commitment.

2024-03-19T15:54:54.255143-07:002024-03-19T15:54:54.255143-07:00

JetSmart and LATAM Capitalize on ULCC Void in South America Amid Airline Closures

Following the cessation of Ultra Air and Viva in Colombia in 2023, JetSmart and LATAM Airlines seize opportunities for ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) expansion in the region.

2024-03-18T18:44:24.382642-07:002024-03-18T18:44:24.382642-07:00

Virgin Expands Regional Presence with Link Airways Codeshare Agreement

Virgin Australia's strategic partnership with Link Airways heralds a significant regional expansion in the eastern states, increasing its footprint by approximately 45%.

2024-03-17T22:06:54.474160-07:002024-03-17T22:06:54.474160-07:00

Air New Zealand Inspects Dreamliner Pilot Seats Post LATAM Incident

Following a severe nosedive incident attributed to pilot seat issues on a LATAM flight, Air New Zealand commences safety checks on its Dreamliner fleet's cockpit seating.

2024-03-17T12:14:26.964090-07:002024-03-17T12:14:26.964090-07:00

Black Boxes: Deciphering the Fate of LATAM Flight 800

The flight data recorder from LATAM flight 800, a critical component in air accident probes, is analyzed to uncover the accident's causes.

2024-03-14T13:18:44.274187-07:002024-03-14T13:18:44.274187-07:00

LATAM Introduces Exclusive Disney+ Content in Inflight Entertainment

Passengers flying with LATAM can now enjoy an exclusive selection of Disney+ content for free through the airline's LATAM Play service.

2024-03-14T01:17:59.222651-07:002024-03-14T01:17:59.222651-07:00

Embraer and ST Engineering Expand Strategic Partnership for C-390 Millennium Support in APAC and South America

Embraer Defense & Security and ST Engineering have intensified their collaboration with a focus on the C-390 Millennium aircraft, aiming to enhance engineering, maintenance, and support services across the Asia-Pacific and South American regions.

2024-03-13T20:06:20.708244-07:002024-03-13T20:06:20.708244-07:00

Black Boxes Retrieved from LATAM Boeing 787-9 After Sudden Descent Incident

Following a sudden descent during Flight 800, black boxes from a LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 were successfully extracted by New Zealand's transport safety authority.

2024-03-13T15:38:27.920160-07:002024-03-13T15:38:27.920160-07:00

LATAM 787-9 Flight Upset Probe Focuses on Pilot Seat Movement

Investigative efforts into the March 11 inflight upset involving a LATAM Boeing 787-9 are honing in on the dynamics of a flight deck seat's movement, as per insights from individuals familiar with the case.

2024-03-11T18:58:56.709351-07:002024-03-11T18:58:56.709351-07:00

NZ Transport Authority Investigates LATAM Boeing 787 Incident

Following an incident injuring over 50 passengers, New Zealand's Transport Accident Investigation Commission has seized LATAM Airlines' Boeing 787 black boxes for analysis.

2024-03-11T00:18:23.962868-07:002024-03-11T00:18:23.962868-07:00

LATAM Flight Incident Injures up to 50 on Sydney-Auckland Route

A LATAM Airlines flight from Sydney to Auckland experienced a 'technical problem' causing strong movement and injuring up to 50 passengers, some with minor injuries.

2024-03-05T16:53:48.484388-08:002024-03-05T16:53:48.484388-08:00

Chile Excludes Israeli Defense Firms From FIDAE 2024

In a significant geopolitical move, the Chilean government has opted to bar Israeli defense companies from participating in the next International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE) slated for 2024.

2024-02-28T13:54:30.629498-08:002024-02-28T13:54:30.629498-08:00

Enhanced LatAm Connectivity Services through ST Engineering iDirect and AITELECOM/APCO Expansion

ST Engineering iDirect and AITELECOM/APCO deepen their strategic partnership with the deployment of advanced technology on the SES 17 satellite network to bolster connectivity throughout Latin America.

2024-02-28T05:35:07.755716-08:002024-02-28T05:35:07.755716-08:00

LATAM Airlines Group's Profit Soars to $582 Million in 2023 on Strong International, Domestic Performance

Boosted by a significant 50.1% increase in international traffic and solid domestic growth across five countries, LATAM Airlines Group reports a $582 million profit in 2023.

2024-02-27T06:03:45.857507-08:002024-02-27T06:03:45.857507-08:00

LATAM Airlines Group Reports $582M Net Profit in 2023

Closing the year on a high note, LATAM Airlines Group's financial results for Q4 and the entirety of 2023 highlight a robust financial health, underlining its competitive strength in the market.

2024-02-23T08:06:41.952006-08:002024-02-23T08:06:41.952006-08:00

LATAM Airlines Announces Strong 2023 Financial Performance with $582M Net Profit

Benefiting from robust international and domestic passenger demand, LATAM Airlines Group reported significant year-over-year earnings growth for the fourth quarter and full 2023 fiscal year.