Arajet achieves certification as an IATA member airline

Santo Domingo.— After 30 years of absence of Dominican airlines in the directory of members of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Arajet announced today that it has managed to receive the IATA membership certificate, the main global representation body for airlines.

This historic milestone places Dominican aeronautics on the global industry map and consolidates Arajet's commitment to the highest international standards of operational safety, efficiency, and service quality.

This new achievement enhances the role of the Dominican airline as a connector of the Americas through its hubs in Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, which in turn strengthens the Dominican Republic as a high-caliber player in global tourism. “Achieving this certification as an IATA member is a strategic step that validates our model and elevates our value proposition for passengers,” said Víctor Pacheco Méndez, CEO and founder of Arajet, who added that “this boosts our ability to expand interline agreements and optimize processes to offer simpler and more reliable connections at affordable prices”. IATA groups the vast majority of international air traffic and promotes standardized procedures that improve the customer experience, from ticket issuance and baggage handling to punctuality and service at airports. The incorporation of Arajet facilitates the adoption of best practices and technological solutions in the industry, aligned with safe, efficient, and sustainable growth.

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"For the Dominican Republic, this achievement means greater connectivity, more tourism, and new business and employment opportunities," added Pacheco. "With Santo Domingo and Punta Cana as interconnection hubs, we will continue to bring the Caribbean closer to North, Central, and South America." For his part, Peter Cerda, Regional Vice President for the Americas of IATA, stated, "Being an IATA member is a milestone that allows airlines to offer more benefits to passengers, especially increasing connectivity and options through future agreements with member airlines and partners in the value chain."

When approached by the press about the impact of this membership for Arajet, Cerda added “It's no secret that aviation is fundamental to the Caribbean region. In the case of the Dominican Republic, travel and tourism represent almost 10.6% of its total economy and generate almost 550 thousand jobs. It is important that the sector and the Dominican government work together to make aviation a driver of economic growth and social development”.

Arajet announced that in the coming weeks it will share new product and connectivity initiatives that will capitalize on its IATA membership and strengthen its network from and to its focus cities.

About Arajet

Arajet is the flag carrier airline of the Dominican Republic. Since the beginning of its operations in 2022, it operates two bases — at Las Américas Airport in Santo Domingo and at Punta Cana International Airport — with a modern fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The airline offers safe and affordable travel to and from the Dominican Republic and multiple destinations in North, Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. More information at www.arajet.com.