During the first quarter of 2013, Avianca Holdings S.A. (BVC: PFAVTA) reported operating income of USD$ 1.11 billion. This is equivalent to an increase of 6.0% with respect to the same period of 2012.

Operating income came in at USD$ 108.1 million, a 31% increase over the same period of 2012. On the other hand, the EBITDAR (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortization and aircraft rentals) recorded for the period was USD$ 205.2 million, a 14.3% increase over the same period of 2012.

Net income for the first quarter of 2013 rose to USD$ 75.3 million, an increase of more than USD$ 75 million over the profit recorded for the same period in 2012.

As a result of the growth and consolidation strategy of the Company´s main connecting hubs (Bogota, Lima and San Salvador), along with the increase in additional flights on existing high density routes in South America (Sao Paulo) and Europe (Madrid), capacity measured in ASK (Available Seats per Kilometer) increased 5.4% while passenger traffic measured in RPK´s (Revenue Passenger Kilometers) climbed 7.8%, and the Load Factor increased to 80.8%. The cost per available seat kilometer, excluding fuel costs (CASK ex Fuel), declined by 1.85%.

In compliance with the fleet renovation and modernization plan, between January and March 2013, four aircraft were incorporated into the fleet: one (1) Airbus A330, two (2) Airbus A320 (one of which is equipped with sharklets), and one (1) Airbus A330F, all of which are already in operation.