Mexico’s latest venture into the aviation industry has the scenic coastal city of Puerto Vallarta among its flagship routes. “Mexicana de Aviación,” the new government-owned airline, aims to establish itself as a dominant player by offering quality services at prices substantially lower than other commercial airlines.
In an announcement made by the Secretary of National Defense, General Luis Cresencio Sandoval González, it was revealed that this initiative, spearheaded by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s administration, would provide affordable air travel options. The airline will initially serve 20 routes across Mexico.
At the heart of this ambitious project is the leasing of 10 Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The first trio of these planes is expected to grace Mexican skies by September 30, with the remaining set to arrive by the end of October. This mammoth venture carries a price tag of 4 billion dollars.
Sporting the vibrant green, white, and red – emblematic of the Mexican flag – the planes will also proudly display the Mexicana de Aviación logo. “These aircraft will symbolize our national identity,” noted General Sandoval González. He also emphasized the airline’s commitment to employment opportunities for its citizens. Each plane will be manned by a fully trained and certified crew, all of whom will be of Mexican nationality.
A unique offering from Mexicana de Aviación will be its single-class seating. This move, according to the head of Sedena, is aimed at “providing a quality service at an affordable cost” with prices estimated to be 18 to 20% lower than those of its competitors.
Operations will be primarily based at the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), with a secondary hub located at the new Felipe Carrillo Puerto de Quintana Roo airport. This strategic positioning is expected to boost economic activation within Mexico, promoting mobility among various federal entities.
Apart from Puerto Vallarta, other destinations include Cancún, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Tijuana, Campeche, Chetumal, Mérida, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo, Cozumel, Los Cabos, Hermosillo, Ciudad Juárez, Villahermosa, Huatulco, Oaxaca, Acapulco, Mazatlán, La Paz, and Leon.
Puerto Vallarta, with its golden beaches and thriving tourism industry, is anticipated to be one of the major draws for the new airline, offering both locals and tourists an affordable gateway to the city’s wonders.
