Aerolíneas Argentinas will invest US$65 million to add 18 new aircraft to its fleet

This is what the airline has confirmed: it is the first investment plan to be financed exclusively from its own resources in the company’s history.

11/27/2025 – 18:43 hours

Aerolíneas Argentinas announced the launch of its flights The first investment plan financed exclusively from private resourcesWhich represents a turning point in the company’s recent path. Seeking initiative Fleet updateImproving the traveler experience and enhancing its profitability and positioning strategy in both local and international markets.

This ambitious program includes integration 18 new aircraft among its fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraftalong with A Investing more than $65 million Dedicated to seats and connectivity on the plane. This development comes at a critical time for the company, which plans to double its positive operating results by 2025.

What is Aerolineas Argentinas’ ambitious investment plan with its own resources?

The main pillar of the investment plan of Aerolineas Argentinas is the acquisition of… Four Airbus A330neo aircraft. This model, known for its reliability on long-haul flights, represents a natural development for the airline.

It shares a large portion of its platform Spare parts, simulators and technical training on existing A330ceo aircraftFacilitating effective operational transition. The A330neo stands out low fuel consumption, Up to 25% less per seat than previous models, which translates into lower CO2 emissions and greater autonomy. next to, These aircraft provide superior levels of passenger comfort and can carry around 300 people, depending on their interior configuration.

to Medium and local flightsThe company expects the arrival 14 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Of this total, two will be of the model MAX8, four of MAX9 and eight of MAX10. Max’s family It has already demonstrated outstanding performance globally and in the airline’s fleet, which currently operates 15 MAX8 aircraft.

The new MAX9 and MAX10 models will increase profitability on high-demand routes within the country and to destinations in the region. These aircraft will enter the fleet under the operating lease method, allowing flexible modernization without compromising the company’s financial strength and providing significant improvements in passenger service. andThe MAX9 can carry about 190 passengers, while the MAX10, the larger-capacity version, carries about 210 passengers.

On-board connectivity and economic efficiency

Fabian LombardoThe President and CEO of Aerolineas Argentinas said: “With this important achievement, Aerolíneas Argentinas confirms that it has transformed into a company with the ability to invest and plan with its own resources.” Lombardo added that the company will grow in total seat offering and consolidate a modern, efficient and highly profitable fleet. In the second phase of the initiative, installation of Wi-Fi connectivity across the fleet is being considered, scheduled to begin in 2027 on A330 aircraft and later expand to include regional and local fleets.

This investment confirms the economic recovery of the airline, Since 2025 will be the first year in which Aerolíneas Argentinas will not receive contributions from the National TreasuryThis is an unprecedented event since the state regained control of the shares. The company has accumulated average annual losses 400 million US dollars between 2008 and 2023, This situation will reverse in 2024 with the first positive operating result of 56.6 million US dollarsverified by the balance sheet reviewed by KPMG. This investment plan seeks to maintain growth and strengthen its position in the market.

Aerolíneas Argentinas’ current fleet consists of 83 aircraft, including the Airbus A330-200 CEO, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737-700 and Embraer E190, as well as two Boeing 737-800 freighters. The company is therefore positioned for a future with greater financial and operational independence.