LATAM

LATAM Airlines' safety record includes a number of notable incidents, although it has also received recognition for its safety protocols.

• Recent Safety Record and Notable Incidents:
• On March 11, 2024, LATAM Airlines Flight 800, a Boeing 787-9, experienced a severe in-flight upset over the Tasman Sea, resulting in injuries to 50 people on board.
• In July 2024, a LATAM Brasil Boeing 777-300 sustained a tail strike during takeoff from Milan due to pilots incorrectly inputting data into the onboard computer.
• Other incidents include an Airbus A321 bird strike in Rio de Janeiro (February 2025), an engine fire on an Airbus A320 at Santiago (June 2025), an engine failure on a Boeing 767-300 near Salina Cruz (June 2023), and a collision between an Airbus A320neo and a fire truck during takeoff in Lima (November 2022).
• AirlineRatings.com recently reduced LATAM's safety rating to 4/7, partly in response to the Milan tail strike and a codeshare flight (Voepass Flight 2283) crash.

• Regulatory Certifications: LATAM Airlines Group adheres to recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for biosecurity measures. Its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) center in São Carlos, Brazil, holds certifications from international authorities including EASA, FAA, and DGAC Chile.

• Fleet Age and Maintenance Reputation: As of recent reports, LATAM's overall fleet has an average age of approximately 9.3 years. The average age varies by aircraft type, with some Boeing 787-9s being around five years old, while Airbus A319s are over 14 years old and Boeing 767s average 11.7 years. LATAM is actively undertaking refurbishment and retrofitting programs for its Boeing 777s, 767s, and narrow-body aircraft. LATAM Airlines Brazil is investing significantly in its São Carlos maintenance facility, including a new hangar for Boeing 787 Dreamliners, which will integrate advanced technologies like inspection drones.

• Overall Safety Assessment: While LATAM has been recognized for its high standards in hygiene and safety protocols, particularly with a "Diamond" category rating from APEX Health Safety and a 4-Star COVID-19 Safety Rating from Skytrax, recent operational incidents indicate areas of concern. The airline's ongoing investment in fleet modernization and maintenance infrastructure, alongside its adherence to international regulatory standards, demonstrates a commitment to safety, though recent events have led to a re-evaluation of its overall safety standing by some independent assessors.

• Safety Awards or Recognitions: LATAM Group was awarded the "Diamond" category by the APEX Health Safety standard, powered by SimpliFlying, which is the highest possible rating in this evaluation. It also received a 4-Star COVID-19 Safety Rating from Skytrax in 2021 for its robust hygiene and safety measures during the pandemic.