LAN ECUADOR(R) to Begin Operations to the Galapagos Islands

QUITO and GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador, March 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting next September, LAN ECUADOR®, an affiliate of LAN Airlines, will begin regular operations to the Galapagos Islands, offering a daily flight from Quito and Guayaquil.

"This is a big milestone that will allow us to continue to contribute to the development of tourism in Ecuador, by creating more connections to the country and providing excellent service, with the highest standards when it comes to punctuality, reliability and safety," said Maximiliano Naranjo, General Manager, LAN ECUADOR®.

During its first year of operation in Ecuador's domestic market, the Company has flown more than half a million passengers on domestic routes, which include the cities of Quito, Guayaquil and Cuenca. LAN ECUADOR® celebrates seven years of operations in the country, from where it also provides international connections to the United States, Europe, Chile and Argentina.

LAN ECUADOR® has a team of 900 individuals dedicated to providing world-class quality service to its domestic passengers and cargo customers. LAN Airlines and its affiliates form part of the oneworld alliance, which brings together the best airlines in the world to offer their customers the alliance's full range of benefits. Passengers that fly on LAN Airlines and its affiliates may accrue and redeem frequent flyer mileage awards on any of the oneworld alliance airlines, as well as enjoy access to 550 airport VIP lounges worldwide.

On the new Galapagos route, the company will operate aircraft from the modern Airbus A320 family, which use state-of-the-art technology to significantly decrease emissions.  "We are reaffirming our commitment to Ecuador, and especially to our customers who have honored us with their preference.

We will continue promoting Ecuador's tourist attractions, contributing to its export growth and providing an excellent product, with special concern for the preservation of the environment. It is of great satisfaction for us to deliver a world-class service to the country," added Mr. Naranjo.

About LAN

LAN Airlines is one of the leading passenger and cargo airlines in Latin America. The company and its affiliates serve over 65 destinations around the world through an extensive network that offers full connectivity within Latin America, while also linking the region with North America, Europe and the South Pacific, as well as 63 additional international destinations through its various alliances. LAN Airlines and its affiliates have a leading position in their respective domestic markets of Chile and Peru, an important presence in the Argentinean domestic market, and recently began domestic operations in Ecuador.

Currently, LAN Airlines and its affiliates operate one of the most modern fleets in the world, with 85 passenger aircraft, and its cargo subsidiary, LAN CARGO and its respective cargo affiliates, have a fleet of 11 freighters. The company recently completed its short haul fleet renovation process by acquiring new aircraft from the Airbus A320 family, enabling LAN to improve its efficiency and to reduce significantly its CO2 emissions. The fleet renovation is part of the company's commitment to the protection of the environment.

LAN is one of the few Investment Grade airlines in the world (BBB). The company's world class quality standards enabled its membership in oneworld™, the global alliance that encompasses the best airlines in the world. For more information please visit LAN.com or www.oneworldalliance.com.

SOURCE LAN Airlines

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