Copa Airlines is a Panama-based airline that has operated for over 60 years. It has established itself as the leading airline in Latin America with a hub-and-spoke model through Panama connecting principal cities in North, South Central America, and the Caribbean. Copa operates a modern fleet of Boeing 737 NG and Embraer 190 aircraft and offers business-class amenities and a frequent flyer program. Panama serves as an optimal aviation hub due to its geographic location, weather, and airport infrastructure that allows for efficient connections throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Copa is well positioned for continued growth by strengthening its business model and leveraging new and existing airline alliances.
Pamela Cordova, Copa Airlines Southeast USA Sales Manager
1. Copa Airlines ‐ Update
Opportunity Panama, by PBSJ
Presented by:
Pamela Cordova
Sarasota – April 19 , 2010 Sales Manager ‐ Southeastern USA
2. Vision
To be the leading airline in
To be the leading airline in
Latin American aviation and the
Latin American aviation and the
preferred connection through
preferred connection through
Panama uniting the principal cities
Panama uniting the principal cities
in North, South, Central America
in North, South, Central America
and the Caribbean
and the Caribbean
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5. Panama: “Hub of The Americas”
Best location for Intra‐Latin America Hub
Sea level operations & optimal weather conditions
Four‐bank structure with efficient connections
Presidents Club room for Elite & Business Class
passengers
Connecting passengers are not required to clear
customs and immigration
Passengers and luggage are checked‐in to the final
destination
One of the most complete duty free zones in the
region
Second airport expansion
‐ US$70 million project
‐ From 22 to 34 gates
10. Well Positioned for the Future
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Participate in growth and potential of
Latin America aviation market
Continue to strengthen business model
Maintain and improve our world‐class
product and customer service
Leverage off current and new alliances
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