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LAN Airlines receives new Airbus A318

Santiago, September 6, 2007.

LAN Airlines recently held the reception ceremony for the second Airbus A318 aircraft to be incorporated into the Company's fleet. This plane features the most advanced technology and will operate on the Company's Chilean domestic routes. Between 2007 and 2008, LAN expects to receive in a total of total 20 new Airbus A318 aircraft.

These planes, together with other Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft will replace the Company's Boeing 737-200 fleet, providing the highest standards in terms of comfort and service. Additionally, the Airbus A318 aircraft are quieter, thus operating with reduced cabin noise and vibrations. They are also equipped with leather seats and state-of-the-art on-board entertainment, including general video screens along within the cabin showing that will allow special programming for each flight.

In line with LAN Airline's concern with protecting the environment, these aircraft comply with environmental protection norms, such as EMS (Environmental Management System), based on ISO 14001.

During the inauguration ceremony at the Company's maintenance base in Santiago, Enrique Cueto, LAN Airline's Chief Executive Officer stated, "We are very proud to incorporate this new Airbus A318 aircraft into LAN's fleet. We believe that it will allow LAN to provide the best product with the highest standards in terms of safety and service for our domestic passengers. In this way, we are confirming LAN's commitment to operate one of the most modern fleet s in the world".

Between 2007 and 2011, LAN Airlines expects to invest approximately US$ 2.6 billion in the renewal and growth of the Company's fleet. This includes the incorporation of 52 new passenger and cargo aircraft, reaching 115 aircraft by 2011. Additionally, the Company will receive 32 new Boeing 787 Dreamliner long-haul aircraft between 2011 and 2016, with a total investment of US$ 3.5 billion.