{"id":177166,"date":"2025-07-24T16:00:29","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T16:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/?p=177166"},"modified":"2025-07-24T22:45:44","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T22:45:44","slug":"jetsmart-celebrates-9-years-ultra-low-cost-airline-transforming-aviation-in-south-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/en\/2025\/07\/jetsmart-celebrates-9-years-ultra-low-cost-airline-transforming-aviation-in-south-america.html","title":{"rendered":"JetSMART Celebrates 9 Years: Ultra-Low-Cost Airline Transforming Aviation in South America"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

JetSMART<\/strong> marks its ninth anniversary with impressive figures that leave no doubt: it has become one of the most important and disruptive airlines in South America. As of June 2025, the airline has transported over 42.5 million passengers, representing a year-on-year growth of 47% and confirming its rapid consolidation in the regional market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ultra-low-cost carrier expanded its fleet from 17 aircraft in 2022 to 49 Airbus A320neo and A321neo planes, achieving a 188% increase in just three years. Over the past year, capacity also grew by 44%, enabling JetSMART to operate more than 80 routes across 8 countries and connect over 50 destinations on the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A SMART Network Redefining Connectivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe have built a strong regional network with a presence in more than 50 cities across eight countries. Since 2022, when we moved past the pandemic, we have focused entirely on growth and are now the third-largest airline in the region,\u201d said Estuardo Ortiz, CEO and founder of JetSMART.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eighteen percent of its passengers have flown for the first time thanks to the airline, representing over seven million new air travelers. Ortiz emphasized: \u201cWe have made the dream of flying possible for millions of people.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2192 Colombia: JetSMART Launches New Cali\u2013San Andr\u00e9s Route<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Goals for 2030: 100 Million Passengers and 120 Aircraft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

JetSMART has set ambitious goals for the future: reaching 100 million passengers and a fleet of 120 aircraft by 2030. This projection is supported by a business model focused on operational efficiency, affordable fares, and a clear vision for sustainability and modernization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growth in Key Markets: Argentina, Colombia, Peru, and Chile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the first quarter of 2025, the airline recorded growth exceeding 40% compared to the same period the previous year. Operations have particularly strengthened in Colombia and Argentina, while in Peru and Chile, JetSMART has solidified its position as a preferred choice for passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International Recognition and Strategic Alliances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In 2025, JetSMART was awarded the title of Best Low-Cost Airline in South America for the third time by the Skytrax Awards, reaffirming its reputation for punctuality, efficiency, and customer experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its alliance with American Airlines also marks a milestone: since June, users can redeem miles from the AAdvantage program to fly across JetSMART\u2019s entire network, making it the first Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier (ULCC) in the region integrated into a global loyalty program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JetSMART GO and Austral: New Tools for a New Traveler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In a bid for innovation, JetSMART launched South America\u2019s first flight subscription plan: JetSMART GO. With monthly pricing, this system allows travelers to fly within Chile, Argentina, Peru, or Colombia, similar to a streaming subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, the company strengthened its digital ecosystem with Austral, a virtual assistant powered by generative artificial intelligence, which handles over 140,000 conversations per month in multiple languages and automates up to 80% of interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JetSMART has not only changed the way people fly but has also democratized access to air travel in South America. With a long-term vision and a clear strategy, the airline continues to challenge the traditional market, staying true to its promise: bringing the SMART travel experience to every corner of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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