In an announcement by the energy minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Stuart Young, the government has given the green light for Caribbean Airlines to procure additional aircraft. These new additions to the airline’s fleet are expected to service routes to South America, catering to the growing demand for air travel in the region.During the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Latin America & Caribbean, Minister Young expressed Caribbean Airlines’ willingness to collaborate with other airlines on strategic routes. 

The airline has identified key routes to South America that align with its expansion plans, although specific details regarding the type of aircraft to be acquired were not revealed.Currently, Caribbean Airlines operates a fleet of 19 in-house aircraft, including ten turboprops and nine narrow-body aircraft. Additionally, the airline utilizes two aircraft on wet-lease from an undisclosed lessor.

Caribbean Airlines has been proactive in its fleet expansion efforts, with previous statements from the company’s chief commercial officer, Martin Aeberli, hinting at the need to bridge the gap between turboprops and narrow-body aircraft. Potential aircraft models under consideration include the Airbus A220, Embraer E2, and the , although no final decisions have been disclosed.Stay tuned for more updates as Caribbean Airlines gears up to enhance its operations and offer enhanced connectivity to passengers traveling to and from South America.