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According to ALTA statistics, The markets of Colombia, Brazil and Mexico They presented record numbers of historical passengers during February 2024.
A new chapter in the history of Latin American aviation was written in February 2024, when the region experienced unprecedented growth in passenger traffic, according to data from the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (HIGH).
Record number of passengers in Colombia, Brazil and Mexico
The figures are overwhelming: a total of 38.5 millions of passengers mobilized from, to and within Latin America and the Caribbean, which represents an increase in 13.4% compared to the same period in 2023. This increase was reflected in all market segments, both on domestic and international flights.
The domestic market experienced growth of 8.6%, reaching the 19.7 million passengers transported. In this area, Brazil stood out with an increase in 3% and 6.8 Millions of mobilized passengers. A curious fact within the Brazilian domestic market is the increase in 89% on the Rio de Janeiro route (GIG)-Guarulhos (TOWER CRANE).
The international market, for his part, recorded a growth of 19%, with a total of 18.8 million passengers. In this segment, Colombia positioned itself as a leader with an increase in 37% in international traffic, mobilizing 1.7 million passengers. Brazil also had a notable performance, overcoming for the first time the 2 Millions of passengers transported in February, with an increase of 29%. Mexico completed the podium with an increase of 13% In international passengers, reaching the 4.9 millions.
Total, They were registered near 306 A thousand flights, of which 172.799 were domestic (3% increasing) and 133.199 international (19% increasing). The seating capacity in the region reached 47.3 millions, with a 19% of increase in the international market and a more modest growth of the 2% In the national market.
Despite these challenges, the outlook for Latin American aviation is positive. The region has great potential to continue developing this key sector for economic and social development., and the results of February 2024 They are a reflection of the strength and optimism that imperate in the industry.
In this context, some countries stood out for their notable performance:
- Venezuela: experienced an increase in 66% In international passengers.
- Dominican Republic: reached an increase of 15%, with 1.6 million passengers and a growth of 35% On the Punta Cana Route (PUJ)-New York (JFK).
- Argentina: recorded an increase in 22% in international traffic with 1.1 million passengers.
- Chile: experienced a growth of 24% in international traffic, reaching 1.07 million passengers.
In the domestic market
- Panama: stood out with solid growth of 88%, with a total of 62.261 domestic passengers. The most significant route was Bocas del Toro (BOC)-Panama (PTY), With a rise in almost the 200%.
Undoubtedly, February of 2024 marked a milestone in the history of Latin American aviation. The region has demonstrated its ability to grow and overcome challenges, And the future of the sector is glimpsed bright. A future where aviation will continue to connect people, boosting trade and economic development, and uniting the people of Latin America and the Caribe.
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