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Copa Airlines celebrates 55 years connecting Colombia with the Americas

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Copa Airlines celebrates 55 years connecting Colombia with the Americas
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Copa Airlines has announced its 55th anniversary in Colombia, emphasizing its role in connecting the country to North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean through Panama's Hub of the Americas. This announcement was shared in a recent post on X.

According to Aviación al Día, Copa Airlines has transported more than 52 million passengers during its 55 years in Colombia, solidifying its reputation as a reliable airline among Colombians. The airline offers daily capacity exceeding 3,000 seats and provides service that enhances the nation’s connectivity. Between July 2023 and July 2024, Copa Airlines achieved an average occupancy rate of 85%, transporting over 1.2 million passengers to and from Colombia during this period.

As reported by Travel2Latam, Copa Airlines began its Colombian operations in 1969 with flights to Barranquilla. Since then, it has expanded its network to include 11 cities in Colombia, such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and Cartagena. The airline offers about 200 weekly flights to Panama. This extensive network enables connections to more than 70 international destinations across the Americas and the Caribbean via the Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City.

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According to Copa Holdings' company profile, as of December 31, 2023, Copa Airlines operates a fleet of 106 aircraft including Boeing 737 Next Generation and Boeing 737 MAX 9 models. The airline has a purchase agreement for an additional 57 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft scheduled for delivery between 2024 and 2028. This modern fleet contributes to the airline’s high on-time performance and completion rates.

Copa Airlines has been operational for over seven decades and is recognized as a leading airline in Latin America. As a member of the Star Alliance, it provides passengers access to a global network of airlines for international travel. The airline's commitment to customer service and operational efficiency has earned it recognition within the aviation industry.

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