The Latvian national airline airBaltic and the Latin American startup airline SUA Líneas Aéreas have entered into a strategic partnership. Under this agreement, airBaltic plans to wet lease up to five of its Airbus A220-300 aircraft to SUA beginning in October 2025. Additionally, airBaltic will provide support in various operational areas, including pilot training, IT and automation, know-how sharing and sustainability initiatives.
Martin Gauss, President and CEO of airBaltic stated: “Collaborating with SUA Líneas Aéreas represents a unique opportunity to bring airBaltic’s expertise in operating the Airbus A220-300 to a new region. This partnership reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and improving air connectivity globally. We are looking forward to supporting SUA in their journey to strengthen regional connectivity and deliver exceptional service in Latin America.”
Antonio Rama, CEO of SUA Líneas Aéreas, emphasised the benefits of the alliance: “Through this alliance, we will benefit from airBaltic’s expertise in key areas such as fleet management, operational efficiency, and staff training, equipping us with the tools needed to develop a customer-focused operation. We are confident that their experience and support will be critical in this early phase of our development.”
SUA Líneas Aéreas aims to commence operations in the fourth quarter of 2025, connecting major cities across Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil and Chile. The airline’s initial routes will focus on reducing travel times and providing direct alternatives for regional passengers who currently have limited or inconvenient travel options. The partnership with airBaltic is expected to enhance SUA’s operational capabilities and contribute to the success of its early operations.
