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LATAM Airlines to slash international routes by 30%

Friday, March 13, 2020

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LATAM airlines group, the biggest Latin American airline recently decided to cut international flights by 30%. The decision has been taken in light of the novel coronavirus outbreak. The airlines have taken the step as a measure against the deadly virus spread.

 

 

The measures undertaken by LATAM airlines will be applicable mainly to flights from South America to Europe and the United States from the 1st of April 2020 till the end of May 2020. Although South America has been one of the least affected regions so far, the COVID-19 virus has now declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The travel, tourism and airlines industry has faced a drastic fall due to the virus spread.

 

 

Roberto Alvo, Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Executive-Elect, LATAM Airlines Group said in a press statement that due to the complex and extraordinarily dynamic scenario the industry is facing at present, the airline is taking immediate responsible action to protect the group’s long-term sustainability. He mentioned that LATAM airlines group aims to provide safe and secure travel plans to the passengers as well as protect the job of the 43,000 co-workers of the company. He also said that the company will take additional measures if required alongside maintaining flexibility depending on the speed with which the current events are unfolding.

 

 

He further added the airlines will continue to monitor the changes and effects of the coronavirus and promote sanitary measures as recommended by concerned authorities. He mentioned that passengers will be provided with flexibility and support to reach their desired destinations.

 

 

LATAM Airlines have also decided to suspend its guidance for the present year due to the current situation. It will also continue to adhere to strict safety rules and maintain hygiene protocols in order to maintain the well-being of travellers, crew and ground staff. The airlines have also taken up special cleaning services for its aircraft by adding brand new circulation systems equipped with HEPA filters which renew the air inside the cabin every three minutes.

 

 

In addition, the airline has also suspended new investments, expenses, hiring and incentives for unpaid leave. They also look forward to pre-pone vacations. However, LATAM’s domestic market will remain unchanged and no alterations would be introduced to national flights for now.

 

 

 

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