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Arajet, the airline of the Dominican Republic successfully made its first flight to USA, landing for the first time in Miami.
The DM flight 2100 took off from the Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) on Santo Domingo and landed on the Miami International Airport (MY), marking a historic milestone for the airline and the Dominican aviation industry.
This achievement was partly possible thanks to the Open Skies Agreement, which facilitates greater connectivity between the Dominican Republic and the United States.
AreaT already flies to Miami
The flight carried 168 passengers in a Boeing 737 Max 8 Name Los Haites, and was received by the Airport authorities of Miami as well as North American and Dominican government representatives.
Arajet will be flying initially 4 times a week between Santo Domingo and Miami, and starting in the summer the frequency will increase to 7 flights per week, as well as it will add the route between Punta Cana and Miami, also with 7 weekly frequencies.
Arajet has already transported more than two million passengers, and this expansion in the US market represents a significant step to strengthen the country's presence in international aviation.
The flight in Santo Domingo was fired by Monika Infante CEO of AERODOM and Ariel Yánez representing the United States Embassy in the Dominican Republic.
Likewise, Arajet recognized Pablo Mejía Durán as the first Dominican passenger to fly to the United States with the airline, who expressed that, “I feel proud to travel through Arajet To visit my family in Miami, It is our Dominican airline and we have to support it”.
«This is a transcendental moment for Arajet and for the entire Dominican Republic», expressed Víctor Pacheco Méndez, CEO of Arajet. «This first flight to the capital of Latin America, Miami, is just the beginning of our commitment to offering efficient and more affordable travel options for our passengers, connecting this city with the entire continent and promoting tourism, "business and cultural exchanges between both nations".
On Miami The flight was greeted with a splash of water of welcome and celebration until the aircraft was parked at Gate E10 where the Dominican and American flags were seen flying in celebration..
“It is with great pride that we welcome Arajet Airlines and thank them for making MIA their first destination in the United States.”, declaró Ralph Cutié Director y Chief Executive Officer del Miami International Airport. “We hope their new flights will attract even more visitors to our community and provide our residents with another affordable option to travel to the Dominican Republic.”.
On your part, the Consul General of the Dominican Republic in Miami, Geanilda Vasquez, celebrated the flight stating: “This flight is an achievement that reflects the growth of our aviation sector and the growing connectivity that benefits both Dominicans and those who wish to visit our country.. I want to congratulate the aviation authorities of both countries, to the team of Arajet and to all those who made it possible”.
The expansion of Arajet, which has already flown more than two million passengers since the beginning of its operations ago 30 months, towards the US market highlights the rapid growth of the Dominican aviation sector and its ability to compete globally. The airline remains committed to offering world-class service, competitive rates and extended routes to meet the growing demand of travelers.
For more information about Arajet, Flight and Future Destinations Hours, visit www.arajet.com.
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