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REDjet suspends all operations

on March 18, 2012 in Latin America

REDjet, the first budget airline based in the Caribbean, has suspended all operations until further notice. The announcement was posted on the airline’s website on March 16, 2012, and cites financial losses as the cause.

The statement read: “REDjet has no alternative but to suspend flights from 23:59pm on 16th March until further notice. All passengers booked on any REDjet flight from Saturday should contact the call centre 24 hours before scheduled departure time for an update on their flight status.”

The statement also said more information would be released in the coming days, and that affected passengers will receive a refund.

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Interjet now flies Mexico City – Miami

on February 24, 2012 in Latin America, North America

Interjet, the Mexico-based budget airline, commenced its newest route from Mexico City to Miami on February 23, 2012. The airline will offer daily flights from Monday to Friday and two flights per day on Saturdays and Sundays.

The route is operated using a Airbus A320 aircraft. Promotional round-trip fares start from USD349 and are available through the Interjet website.

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VivaAerobus Launches New Flights from San Antonio – Monterrey

on November 17, 2011 in Latin America, North America

On November 15, 2011, Mexican budget airline VivaAerobus announced a new international route between San Antonio, USA, and Monterrey, Mexico. The frequency will be three flights per week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Total prices start from $79 USD.

“The city of San Antonio serves a pivotal role in VivaAerobus’ plans for international growth,” said VivaAerobus CEO, Juan Carlos Zuazua, adding, “With this new route, our carrier is contributing to strengthen those ties that exist between these two important cities. Traditionally many people from Monterrey visit San Antonio for shopping, business, or simply a leisure trip.”

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Interjet new route Mexico City – Havana, Cuba

on August 13, 2011 in Latin America

Interjet, in a short 5 years since its inaugural flight on December 5th 2005, has already achieved historical success in Mexico´s commercial aviation sector, thanks to its innovative strategy of offering high quality products and services at affordable prices. Its fleet is comprised of 31 Airbus A320 aircraft, serving 40 routes in 27 destinations, including two international destinations at Guatemala and Havana. According to official statistics, Interjet has achieved second place in total number of passengers transported (by market share) within Mexico, and as per publicly traded airline data, is one of the most efficient and profitable airlines, both in Latin America and around the world.

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