MIAMI – December 23, 2014 – Today, LAN Airlines, part of LATAM Airlines Group, South America’s largest airline group, announced that it will become the first carrier to offer international service to South America on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Starting on July 20, 2015, the LAN B787-9 will operate daily, nonstop service from New York to Santiago, Chile. LAN Airlines flight LA 533 will depart JFK daily at 8:00 p.m. and arrive in Santiago at 6:20 a.m. the following day.

Continuing its path of “firsts” and dedication to offering the best in technology and service for their passengers, LAN Airlines was the first airline in the Americas to receive the 787-8, as well as the first carrier to offer 787-8 service to South America from MIA and LAX airports. With the announcement of the new 787-9 service to Chile starting in 2015, the Company further positions itself as the aviation industry leader in growth and innovation in South America.

“As LATAM Airlines Group, we are committed to offering our passengers the latest technology, the highest levels of service, and an unparalleled network of connectivity within South America. And with its state of the art technology and fresh design, we are proud to be the first to offer service to South America from JFK on the 787-9 Dreamliner,” said Pablo Chiozza, Senior Vice President, USA, Canada and the Caribbean, LATAM Airlines Group. “As one of the first aircraft to feature the new unified cabin design, travelers will experience the vibrancy and warmth of the region the moment they step on board. The 787-9 Dreamliner is a testament to our dedication to minimizing our environmental footprint and providing the best experience for all our passengers.”

THE NEW UNIFIED CABIN DESIGN OF THE LAN 787-9 AND THE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

LAN Airlines’ Boeing 787-9 fleet will carry a total of 313 passengers each way, with a two-class layout featuring 30 Premium Business Class seats and 283 Economy seats and will include the brand new unified long-haul cabin design developed by prestigious international design consulting firm Priestmangoode. Inspired by the warm colors and textures of South America, the unified design reflects the attention to detail, reliability, and warmth that characterize the Company.

Featuring cutting edge technology, 787-9 cabins are installed with electronic auto-dimming windows and dynamic lighting which allow for a customized in-flight environment depending on the time of day. Furthermore, the windows of this aircraft have up to 40% more surface area than current aircraft windows, which allow all passengers in every row more visibility during the flight, giving them a better view.

In addition to improved visibility for passengers, the fleet has increased storage space in overhead bins, as well as reduced pressurization of the cabin, resulting in the decrease of headaches or other flight related symptoms while onboard.

Not only is the aircraft designed for a better flight experience, but it is additionally more environmentally friendly, as it is stocked with the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000, which features new technologies in aerodynamics, materials and coatings were incorporated to support Boeing’s low emissions requirement.

Over the next few years, LAN is estimated to complete its $4.9 billion order of 32 Dreamliners made in 2007, one of the largest investments in the airline’s history. LAN currently has 10 Dreamliners in its fleet.