Operations by all airlines at oneworld hub Santiago Airport (SCL) were suspended throughout the weekend following the earthquake that hit Chile on Saturday. LAN, which uses Santiago Airport as its main base, is working with the authorities there to restore services as soon as possible.
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LAN Airlines, Latin America’s premier air carrier, announced today the launch of LAN for Business, a new online booking engine designed to allow small and medium businesses to purchase and reserve airline tickets with a few easy clicks.
This tool has been specifically created to satisfy the administrative and management expectations when booking business travel. LAN for Business offers control, convenience, independence and savings to its customers. LAN for Business can be accessed at lan.com.
Airfare Deals, Airlines, LAN Airlines, North America, Other, South and Central America
LAN Airlines, Latin America´s premier air carrier, and its affiliates announced today exciting low fares for flights from major U.S. cities to South America. Passengers must book their travel on LAN.com, the call center 1 866 I FLY LAN or through their preferred travel agent before August 16, 2009; offer is valid for travel through December 30, 2009.
“We hope travelers will take advantage of these great fares to explore South America’s rich offerings,” said Pablo Yunis, LAN Airlines’ Vice President for North America and the Caribbean. “LAN Airlines and its affiliates offer a superb in-flight experience that is matched by unparalleled connectivity within the region. From the hubs in Lima, and Santiago, passengers can travel to other attractive destinations in South America, all with the same level of comfort and service that distinguishes LAN Airlines and its affiliates.”
Airfare Deals, Airlines, LAN Airlines, South and Central America
LAN Airlines initiated the process of incorporating advanced technology devices, called winglets, in all of its Boeing 767-300 long range aircraft. An important part of the company’s fleet renovation plan, winglets create efficiencies and underscore the commitment to the environment. Winglets are placed on the wings of an aircraft facilitating a more efficient use of fuel. The reduction in usage equals approximately 450,000 tons of fuel per year which means about a 5% decrease in CO2 emissions for every aircraft.
The winglets measure over 11 feet in length and are located at the ends of the wings. They are designed using the latest technology available that optimizes the aerodynamics of the aircraft and thereby, reduces fuel consumption.
LAN Airlines announced the company’s 80 th anniversary. Eighty years ago LAN began offering passengers and cargo clients stellar air transportation service. To commemorate this important milestone, celebrations will take place throughout the year. Eighty years ago today, Commander Arturo Merino Benitez created this company in Chile, a national air transportation service provider that would one day become the leading Latin American airline.
LAN and its affiliates in Chile, Peru, Argentina and Ecuador connect the region to Europe, the United States and the South Pacific. In addition to boasting an important air service provider status in each of the first three domestic markets named above, soon Ecuador will have this same standing.
