Iberia reaches its centenary: more planes, commitment to Latin America and new foundation
The airline will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027 with events at the Madrid Stock Exchange, Fitur, and its headquarters. The IAG subsidiary faces the anniversary as one of the most profitable groups in the midst of a fuel crisis, and sets a goal of reaching 59 long-haul aircraft by 2030, eight more than now.
Iberia, the Spanish airline, is celebrating its centenary in 2027, marking 100 years since its first commercial flight between Madrid and Barcelona on December 14, 1927. The airline has grown from three Rohrbach Roland planes to a fleet of 167 aircraft across the group, including Air Nostrum. Iberia aims to strengthen its position as a major connection between Europe and Latin America, with plans to increase its long-haul fleet to 70 aircraft by the mid-2030s.
The airline's strategy, outlined in its Plan de Vuelo 2030, includes investments in digitalization, industrial capabilities, and customer experience, with a focus on expanding its network and improving services.
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