Aerolineas Argentinas Plots Big Modernization With New Jets, Cabins & Wi-Fi
After decades of losses, Aerolineas Argentinas posted an operating profit of around $56.6 million in 2024 and expects that figure to roughly double in 2025.
Because it no longer relies on annual financial support from the Argentine government, the airline now has room to invest in modern aircraft and a better onboard product. That plan includes new A330neos and 737 MAXs, refreshed cabins, and long-overdue inflight connectivity.
Fleet Renewal: 18 New Aircraft Coming
Aerolineas Argentinas currently operates a fleet of roughly 80 aircraft, mainly:
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Airbus A330s for long-haul
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Boeing 737s for domestic and regional routes
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Embraer E190s for thinner services
The airline now intends to add 18 new-generation aircraft through lease agreements, including:
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Airbus A330neos for long-haul flying
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Boeing 737 MAX family aircraft for short- and medium-haul routes
Key points about the plan:
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The new jets should offer significantly lower fuel burn and operating costs.
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Exact delivery dates and finalized contract details haven’t been disclosed yet.
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The 737 MAX 10 is part of the strategy, but that model is still awaiting certification, so timelines could shift.
Even with those uncertainties, this is the clearest move toward proper fleet modernization the airline has had in years.
A330s Getting A New Business Class & Unified Cabin
Alongside new aircraft, Aerolineas Argentinas is planning a $65 million cabin investment, starting with the long-haul A330 fleet.
The goals include:
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Harmonizing the passenger experience between existing A330-200s and incoming A330-900neos
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Installing a completely new business class product
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Refreshing the rest of the cabin to bring it closer to modern standards
Right now, the A330s have dated angled-flat seats in a 2-2-2 layout in business class, which is well behind what most competitors offer on long-haul routes. Moving to a modern fully flat product with improved privacy would dramatically improve the appeal of Aerolineas Argentinas for premium travelers on transatlantic and regional long-haul flights.
Fleetwide Wi-Fi Starting In 2027
From 2027, Aerolineas Argentinas plans to roll out inflight Wi-Fi across its fleet in phases:
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First: Airbus A330s
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Next: Boeing 737s
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Then: Embraer E190s
The connectivity provider and pricing model haven’t been revealed yet, but the simple fact that Wi-Fi is coming is a major step. At the moment, the airline lags behind many competitors on this front, especially on long-haul journeys where passengers increasingly expect to stay connected.
Why This Matters For Passengers & The Airline
Taken together, these changes should:
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Lower operating costs through more fuel-efficient aircraft
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Improve the onboard experience, especially in long-haul business class
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Make Aerolineas Argentinas more competitive on key international routes
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Help the airline build on its recent return to profitability rather than sliding backward
There are still lots of open questions — delivery schedules, exact seat types, and the full Wi-Fi strategy among them — but the direction of travel is clearly positive.
Bottom Line
Aerolineas Argentinas is finally using a return to profitability to modernize in a serious way.
The airline plans to:
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Add 18 new aircraft, including Airbus A330neos and Boeing 737 MAXs
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Retrofit its A330 cabins with a new, more competitive business class product
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Introduce Wi-Fi across the fleet starting in 2027
There are more details to come, but after years of stagnation, it’s encouraging to see real investment in both the hard product and the passenger experience.
