Buenos Aires, Argentina – Flybondi, a growing low-cost carrier, currently operates 12 Boeing 737-800 aircraft, with an additional two planes inactive, according to aviation data. The airline’s CEO, Mauricio Sana, expressed optimism about the company’s future, stating, “We have great plans for this new stage.”
Meanwhile, the privatization of Aerolíneas Argentinas, the nation’s flag carrier, remains a key objective for President Javier Milei nearly two years into his term. Despite reforms in the aviation sector and an improving economic climate, finding a buyer for the airline has proven challenging.Political volatility in Argentina and the uncertainty of re-election present significant hurdles for potential investors.
Aerolíneas Argentinas faces increasing competition from rivals such as Jetsmart and Flybondi, both of which are expanding thier market presence. Despite ongoing challenges, including potential labor disputes, Aerolíneas Argentinas has indicated it will not require government subsidies in 2025. The airline recently reported a profit of USD 140.14 million in the first quarter of 2025, its strongest performance since the first quarter of 2018. While this financial improvement may not be substantial enough to attract immediate investment, President Milei is expected to continue his efforts to divest the airline.
The ongoing liberalization of Argentina’s aviation sector is poised to make the market a focal point for industry observers in the coming years.A critical question remains whether President Milei’s aviation reforms will endure if he is not re-elected following the 2027 elections.
