Latam Airlines Group flew the vaccines free of charge within Brazil, Chile, Ecuador and Peru as part of its long-running Solidarity Plane programme, which aims to “generate value in society through connectivity”, including the delivery of medical supplies throughout its key markets.
Roberto Alvo, chief executive of Latam Airlines Group, said: “Each of Latam’s collaborators are proud to be able to contribute to overcoming the pandemic.
“Today, we have transported the 100 millionth dose of Covid vaccine for free. We will remain committed to making our connectivity available for the benefit of the lives and health of the people of South America.”
Latam’s Solidarity Plane programme, which has been running for more than a decade, has so far transported 2,400 health professionals and patients with urgent medical needs, as well as 770 tonnes of cargo including medical supplies and vaccines.
