Incorporated May 7, 1927, VARIG Brazilian Airlines has established
itself as Latin America's largest airline, in terms of both
passenger and cargo service, and is among the 20 largest airlines
in the world. During the last 70 years, Varig has accumulated
approximately six million flight hours, with a fleet of over
85 medium and wide-body jets
Varig's pioneering spirit is intimately related to Brazil's
commercial aviation development. Today, the Company maintains
a route network covering 87 cities within Brazil, as well
as 33 cities in 20 countries throughout the Americas, Africa,
Asia and Europe.
Varig's Rio de Janeiro aircraft maintenance complex is
the largest in Latin America, with other maintenance centres
located in Sao Paulo and in Porto Alegre. Varig also owns
and operates the largest and most modern flight simulator
training centre in Latin America, which contributes to maintaining
and upgrading flight crew capabilities.
Varig's employees are dedicated to providing quality customer
service, which has been recognised by many international
awards. Today, Varig has established itself with world travellers
through its customer-oriented SmilesŪ frequent flyer program,
which offers loyal domestic and international customers
extensive and varied benefits.
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