FIT 2026 highlights expanded South American airline networks
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- Aerolíneas Argentinas led the local market presence at FIT 2026 in Buenos Aires, which attracted 143,000 visitors.
- LATAM, Delta, Avianca and Gol reinforced route networks linking the Southern Cone with major international hubs, while JetSMART broadened its South American operations and Arajet promoted direct Caribbean connections from Santo Domingo and Punta Cana.
Why it matters
The focus on air connectivity at the event signals growing demand for expanded routes, which could influence airline scheduling and airport capacity planning in the region.
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