LAN Airlines Orders 30 Airbus A320 Family Aircraft

LAN Airlines, one of Latin America's leading passenger and cargo airlines, has placed a firm order for the purchase of 30 Airbus Family A320 aircraft, raising LAN's total number of firm orders for Airbus aircraft to over 100.

Joining LANs existing fleet of A318, A319, A320, and A340-300s, the new A320 Family aircraft will be operated from Latin American hubs to cover different routes in the region. LAN currently serves over 65 destinations around the world, including North America, Europe and the South Pacific.

Mr. Ignacio Cueto, LAN Airlines' Chief Operating Officer, said, "This investment ensures the company's future growth and reaffirms LAN's commitment to the development of commercial aviation in Latin America, as well as to the economic growth and social development of countries in the region. These aircraft are operated by the world's best airlines and feature the latest technology, creating a substantial change in terms of service, quality and comfort, and allowing LAN to offer the best travel experience to our passengers."

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