Background and Relevance of Mexicana de Aviación
Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, emphasized that reviving Mexicana de Aviación is not an ideological whim but a strategic decision, as air transport plays a crucial role in national defense, emergency response, logistics, and people mobility.
Mexicana’s Mission and Objectives
Unlike private airlines driven by profit, Mexicana’s primary goal is the collective well-being. Its mission is to connect regions, reduce costs, and provide reliable, accessible, and dignified service. While efficiency and profitability are essential, Mexicana measures success through its social impact rather than solely economic returns.
New Principles Guiding Mexicana
Mexicana is founded on new principles: transparency, inclusivity, efficiency, social responsibility, and a sense of national purpose. These values are upheld by the nation’s defense.
Aircraft Arrival and Future Plans
The first Embraer E195-E2 aircraft arrived at the Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Ángeles (AIFA) from Manaus, Brazil. The event was attended by President Sheinbaum, Tourism Secretary Josefina Rodríguez, Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation Secretary Jesús Esteva, and Defense Secretary General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo.
Mexicana’s Director, Leobardo Ávila, expressed gratitude for the President’s support and sensitivity towards establishing a people’s airline.
Mexicana ordered 20 aircraft from Brazilian manufacturer Embraer, comprising two models. By the end of 2025, five aircraft will have arrived; seven in 2026; and the remaining eight in 2027. The new fleet will be gradually integrated, with the current Boeing aircraft being returned to defense by the following year.
Upcoming Commercial Operations
The first commercial operation of the newly arrived Embraer E195-E2 is scheduled for August 25, potentially serving the Tulum airport.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Claudia Sheinbaum? Claudia Sheinbaum is the President of Mexico City, responsible for overseeing the capital’s development and services.
- Why is Mexicana de Aviación significant? Mexicana’s revival is crucial for national air transport, connecting regions and providing affordable, reliable service.
- What are Mexicana’s new principles? Transparency, inclusivity, efficiency, social responsibility, and a sense of national purpose guide Mexicana.
- How many aircraft will Mexicana receive from Embraer? Mexicana ordered 20 aircraft from Embraer, with deliveries scheduled through 2027.
- When will Mexicana’s first commercial operation take place? The first commercial operation is set for August 25, potentially serving the Tulum airport.
