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The merger has yet to be approved by regulators and is opposed by some competing airline operators.

The proposed new holding company will be domiciled in the UK but still needs regulatory approval from several governments.

The Latam pilot deserves credit for a safe landing despite a broken landing gear, with zero injuries.

The Colombian superintendent in charge of regulating corporate behavior has said that even as a passenger, his rights have been violated by Avianca.

Avianca also announced that the Cali - Orlando route will cease to be seasonal & will be part of its permanent offer.

Now, even coming out of bankruptcy and with an investment banker rather than an airline operations expert in charge, passengers are screaming.

"Colombia and Pakistan are the only two 'normal' countries in the world..."

The airline has significantly restructured its business model, reducing frequent flyer benefits, reducing passenger services, and removing luxury perks from its planes.

The airline will change its name to Avianca Group International Ltd. once its principal domicile is established in the UK.

During 2021, 12 airlines have announced new routes, with Colombia now ranking within the top 20 global commercial aviation markets, and third place in Latin America.