Etihad, Avianca Brasil ink new codeshare

Etihad Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Avianca Brasil in the Abu Dhabi-based carrier’s latest move to increase its penetration in the South American market. Under the agreement, Etihad will put its EY code on domestic flights operated by Avianca Brasil, while the Brazilian airline will put its O6 designator on Etihad's flights between Abu Dhabi and São Paulo. “Avianca is an important strategic partner for Etihad Airways in South America,” Etihad SVP-Americas Martin Drew said. “In addition to the codeshare agreement recently signed with Avianca Colombia, we are further strengthening our presence in Brazil by offering our guests more convenience and connections with a single combined ticket.” São Paulo became Etihad’s first destination in South America in June 2013. <br/>