On September the 23rd, Aerolíneas Argentinas retired its first Airbus A330-200 from the fleet, which arrived in the country in 2013. The aircraft had the registration LV-FNI, and was more than 20 years old.
When the departure of the aircraft was announced, Aerolíneas Argentinas informed that it planned to incorporate two Airbus A330-200s by the end of the year. The registrations are LV-KAN and LV-KAO, and they are currently in Santa Bernardino carrying out the painting and refurbishment of the cabin interior, which includes changes in the in-flight entertainment software and mood lighting, re-upholstery of the seats, carpets, signage and general adaptations according to Aerolíneas Argentinas’ standards of use and safety.
The first, with registration LV-KAN, will arrive at Ezeiza International Airport between Friday and Monday and is scheduled to enter service during the first week of December. Additionally, the second one, with registration LV-KAO, will arrive during the second week of December and will start flying during the first days of January.
Aerolíneas Argentinas fleet (Airbus A330)
| Aircraft | Registration | Age | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbus A330-223 | LV-FNI | 22.2 | Stored |
| Airbus A330-223 | LV-FNJ | 21.9 | Preserved |
| Airbus A330-223 | LV-FNK | 21 | Active |
| Airbus A330-223 | LV-FNL | 20.9 | Active |
| Airbus A330-203 | LV-GKO | 17.5 | Preserved |
| Airbus A330-203 | LV-GKP | 16.9 | Active |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-FVH | 6.6 | Active |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-FVI | 6.5 | Active |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-GHQ | 5.2 | Active |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-GIF | 5 | Active |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-KAN | 13.9 | In order |
| Airbus A330-202 | LV-KAO | 13.6 | In order |
According to information obtained by Aviacionline, Aerolíneas Argentinas plans to remove three Airbus A330s from the fleet in 2022 (LV-FNJ, LV-FNK and LV-FNL).
- LV-FNJ: preserved – not operating for more than one year.
- LV-FNK: extended contract until April 2022. Could be retired next year.
- LV-FNL: extended contract until April 2022. Could be retired next year.
Clarification: the retirement of these aircraft is not related to low demand, it was programmed.
