Airlines
Volaris and Viva Aerobus announce creation of Grupo Más Vuelos
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Mexican airlines Volaris and Viva Aerobus have announced the formation of Grupo Más Vuelos, a corporate structure integrating both without merging their brands or operations. The alliance aims to strengthen their position in the air market with low-cost flights, reaching 86 destinations and 991 daily flights combined. The announcement boosted Volaris shares on the Mexican Stock Exchange.
Latam group transported 87.4 million passengers in 2025, a 6.6% increase from the previous year, driven by domestic demand in Brazil and international travel. In December, it carried 7.9 million passengers with an 84.5% occupancy rate. The airline expanded its network with 10 new routes, now connecting 160 destinations in 27 countries.
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Satena has confirmed the resumption of the air route between San Gil and Bucaramanga, operating every Monday from December 15 until March 16. This connection aims to enhance mobility in Santander and bolster regional tourism with affordable fares. The service employs Twin Otter aircraft for short and secure flights.
Airbus has identified a software flaw in its A320 planes that can be affected by intense solar radiation, prompting the recall of about 6000 aircraft worldwide. An incident on October 30 involving a JetBlue flight led to sudden altitude loss and injuries to at least 15 people. The measures are expected to cause flight disruptions for several major airlines.
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The Venezuelan government revoked operating concessions for several international airlines, including Avianca and Latam Airlines Colombia, after they suspended flights due to US safety alerts. The move impacts over 8,000 passengers and is blamed on 'state terrorism' actions promoted by Washington. Some airlines continue operations, but air connectivity to the country is significantly reduced.