Mexican And U.S. Budget Operators Jump-Start Consolidations

Viva aircraft

Viva’s share of Mexico’s domestic departing frequencies is 33%.

Credit: Leena Robinson/Alamy Stock Photo
Mexican ultra-low-cost operators Viva and Volaris are celebrating 20 years of operations in 2026 by attempting a merger that would be a defining moment for the sector in Latin America. Across the border in the U.S., Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines are poised to jump-start consolidation among...
Lori Ranson

Lori covers North American and Latin airlines for Aviation Week and is also a Senior Analyst for CAPA - Centre for Aviation.

Christine Boynton

Christine Boynton is a Senior Editor covering air transport in the Americas for Aviation Week Network.

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