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Peru's pioneering national flag carrier of the 20th century.
Founded
1973
Headquarters
Lima, Peru
Aeroperú, officially known as Empresa de Transportes Aéreos del Perú, was the national airline of Peru. Founded in 1973 as a state-owned carrier, it served as the country's primary international and domestic air transport operator for over two decades.
The airline operated routes throughout South America, North America, and Europe at its peak, becoming a significant player in Latin American aviation. It utilized a fleet of modern jets including the Boeing 727 and later the Boeing 757 during its operational years.
Aeroperú ceased operations in 1999 following a combination of financial difficulties, increased competition, and the aftermath of a fatal accident in 1996. The airline's closure marked the end of Peru's state-owned flag carrier era.
Hubs & network
Aeroperú's primary hub was Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, Peru.
Fleet
The airline operated Boeing 727 and Boeing 757 aircraft during its later years of service.
Notable facts
- ›Aeroperú was founded on March 22, 1973, as a state-owned Peruvian airline.
- ›Flight 603, a Boeing 757, crashed into the Pacific Ocean on October 2, 1996, killing all 70 on board.
- ›The crash of Flight 603 was caused by maintenance tape blocking static ports, corrupting flight instruments.
- ›Aeroperú suspended operations in 1998 and officially ceased all activities in 1999.
- ›At its peak, the airline served destinations across the Americas and Europe.
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