Viva Air Peru

Aerocivil has found the combined entity would have a monopoly on 16 routes within Colombia.

A union between Colombia’s flag-carrier and its largest low-cost operator promises to bring a lower cost structure and a more joined up route network.

The agreement between the ULCCs is designed to strengthen connectivity between Colombia and Mexico.

The Irelandia Aviation-owned ULCC remains in expansion mode despite the COVID-19 pandemic delaying some of its plans.

Chilean ultra-low-cost carrier JetSMART is setting up an airline in Peru, filling a gap left by Avianca and Peruvian Airlines.

Viva Air Peru is exploring the prospect of launching its first international routes, less than a year after commencing domestic operations.

Stephen Rapp from low-cost specialist Viva Air discusses the launch of the group's Peruvian carrier and why it is increasing frequencies on existing routes, rather than expanding the network.