"We initiated as a startup airline, and in March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic began, we were operating 17 aircraft in Chile and Argentina," said Ortiz at the award ceremony.
"Colombia, for us, is undoubtedly one of the most important places, and we are preparing to operate domestically in 2024," said JetSmart CEO Estuardo Ortiz.
After struggling to find a buyer or investor, Colombian low-cost airline Ultra Air suspended operations just 30 days after competitor Viva was abruptly grounded. Ultra had recently admitted struggles but sought to reassure passengers that it would carry on. Less than a year ago,...