Avianca Brasil Launches Its First U.S. Passenger Route in Miami

The Brazilian carrier offers direct, daily services between S?o Paulo and Miami

Federico Pedreira, President of Avianca Brasil

“At Avianca Brasil, we are experiencing an exciting transition into a stronger, more mature and more competitive carrier,” said Frederico Pedreira, Avianca Brasil president. “We decided to launch long-haul operations because we understand there are good business opportunities and a chance to provide high quality services to international travelers.”

Avianca Brasil, one of Brazil’s fastest-growing airlines, now offers daily nonstop passenger flights between S?o Paulo and Miami. Flights are serviced by Airbus A330-200 aircraft, which seats 238 passengers.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez and Miami-Dade Aviation Director Emilio T. González

"I commend the MIA team for continually attracting new international air service to our community," said Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez. "It is especially encouraging to see increased service from our top international market of Brazil, which had a downturn in travel last year."

From left: GMCVB Executive Vice President Rolando Aedo (second from left), Miami-Dade Aviation Department Chief of Staff Joseph Napoli (center) and Avianca Brasil staff and flight crew cut the ribbon at the June 26 MIA celebration. Click here for hi-res images https://news.miami-airport.com/mia-celebrates-launch-of-so-paulo-service-by-avianca-brasil/

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"We are honored that Avianca Brasil has chosen to expand its operations at MIA, and also make Miami its first passenger route outside of South America," said Miami-Dade Aviation Director Emilio T. González. "While we continue to pursue routes in untapped regions across the globe, we are also working to strengthen air service in our stronghold areas of Latin America and the Caribbean."

Business Class section

Economy Class section

A Star Alliance member, Avianca Brasil boasts the youngest fleet in Latin America and is distinguished for superior service, ample legroom, individual entertainment systems, free meals and an Amigo loyalty program.

Business class customers receive an enhanced experience including premium menus and amenity kits. The 1-2-1 seating arrangement ensures greater privacy and comfort. At their disposal, premium travelers enjoy an on-demand entertainment system, with movies, TV series and games, viewable on 15-inch touchscreens.

Economy, which is configured in a 2-4-2 arrangement, features individual entertainment systems, remote controls, power outlets, USB ports, adjustable head and foot rests. New jets include the latest LED ambient lighting technology.

This summer, Avianca Brasil also will launch a S?o Paulo – Santiago route.

The President of Avianca Brasil with the Avianca Brasil literature and Miami Empresarial Magazine

Miami Empresarial Magazine's Arquimedes Trujillo had an opportunity to interview Avianca Brasil's president Federico Pedreira at the Marriott Biscayne Bay in downtown Miami

Arquimedes Trujillo: Mr. Pedreira, welcome to Miami. Your airline, Avianca Brasil is now an important part to link Miami and S?o Paulo, especially now that Brazil is once again a force in Real Estate acquisitions. How many flights do you have in this international expansion?

Federico Pedreira: We offer direct, daily services between S?o Paulo and Miami . This is our first international destination in this expansion. We started as a regional airline in Brazil.

AT: You do speak perfect Spanish. Where are you from?

FP: I was born in Portugal and lived in Colombia for many years and I now live in Brazil.

AT: What services does Avianca Brasil offer the business traveler?

FP: We have many amenities for the Business Class Section like seats that recline to a flat position and also have control panels, auxiliary lighting, support tables, USB connection, power outlets and adjustable head rests.

AT: And for the economy class?

FP: With over one hundred thousand Brazilians living in Florida visiting our country and people from Brazil coming to Miami and the Orlando area, we thought that coming to Miami was necessary to service this market and for our growth.

AT: How was the airline received at Miami International Airport?

FP: I have nothing by good words for Emilio Gonzalez, Miami-Dade Aviation Director. Avianca Brasil and our team were received very well.

Avianca Brasil has been a scheduled airline since 2002. The carrier serves 23 domestic and two international destinations with 235 daily departures, operating 49 Airbus aircrafts. Avianca Brasil is the first carrier in South America to enable internet access on board airplanes and one of the pioneers in the Latin American operation of the modern A320neo. Among these advantages lies the Amigo loyalty program, which has 4 million registered customers. A Star Alliance member, Avianca Brasil connects passengers to more than 1,300 airports worldwide through its 27 international partners. Visit www.avianca.com.br and follow @AviancaBrasil on Twitter and Facebook.

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