U.K.-based Abra Group to add seven Airbus A330‑900s to Latin American fleets

Abara Group, a leading air transportation group across Latin America, announced Friday that it will progressively incorporate seven Airbus A330-900 wide-body aircraft into its airline fleets during 2026 and 2027. This expansion forms part of the group's strategy to strengthen its long-haul operations and enhance the travel experience in key international markets.

Abra is an airline holding company that consolidates Latin American carriers GOL Airlines and Avianca Airlines under unified leadership while acting as a strategic investor/owner of Wamos Air.

In an initial phase, up to five of the seven Airbus A330-900s will be operated by GOL and two by Avianca, reinforcing the group's network and operational capabilities within the region and on routes to and from Europe and North America.

Wamos Air, an essential part of the group, will support GOL's internationalization strategy and Avianca's expansion during this growth period. GOL and Wamos Air will have an aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance (ACMI) agreement. The arrangement will allow the company to expand capacity quickly on selected routes, address peak demand and ensure operational flexibility during the launch of its intercontinental services.

The A330-900 aircraft offers a capacity of more than 290 seats, including Business Class.

In a company press release, Adrián Neuhauser, CEO of Abra Group, said the incorporation of these aircraft represents an important milestone for Abra Group.

“It strengthens our long-haul offering, enhances the customer experience through greater comfort and accessibility, and supports our vision of building an air transport network that reaches more people, connecting the Americas with the world," Neuhauser added.

GOL widebody operations evolution

With a capacity for up to 300 passengers and a range of up to 15 hours, the Airbus A330-900s will enable Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aéreas to begin intercontinental operations connecting the country to destinations in Europe and the United States.

Celso Ferrer, CEO of GOL, said the airline was founded 25 years ago to transform aviation in Latin America.

“We currently operate in 12 countries, across more than 80 bases, and carry 30 million customers every year,” Ferrer said. “Now, with the introduction of widebody operations, we are taking another step forward in our evolution - expanding our horizons and creating new products and services for our customers. In doing so, we will further connect Brazil to the world, while also enabling more people to experience the beauty of our country.”

The A330neo will allow GOL to expand internationally while maintaining its focus on operational efficiency. The aircraft offers significant per-seat fuel savings compared with previous-generation widebodies, supporting the company's commitment to lower operating costs and CO₂ emissions.

In the coming weeks, GOL will announce the new routes, ticket sales launch dates and additional product and service enhancements for customers.