Mexicana airline to break even with 20 planes, says President Sheinbaum

Mexico's state-owned airline, Mexicana de Aviación, is on track to achieve operational break-even once its fleet expands to 20 aircraft, according to President Claudia Sheinbaum.

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it is not being thought about profits, but simply about covering the costs of operation and maintenance.

She explained that the current focus is not on generating profits but on covering the airline's operational and maintenance costs. The government plans to receive five Embraer E195-E2 planes in 2025, seven more in 2026, and the remaining eight in 2027 to complete the target fleet.

As of June 24, 2026, Mexicana had received its seventh Embraer aircraft. Sheinbaum emphasized the importance of Mexicana's recovery, noting that government funding is part of the initial plan and that the airline will become self-sustaining in a few years.

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the state company will reach its break-even point, that is, that it can cover its operating expenses without needing a transfer of resources from the federal government, when it completes its fleet of 20 aircraft.

Sheinbaum also provided updates on other key government projects, stating that the Maya Train and associated hotels are progressing well. She mentioned ongoing improvements to the Maya Train's website and the integration of new bus services connecting train stations to population centers. The airline's operations and the hotels built under the previous administration are also reportedly doing well.

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Mexicana is doing very well, all the companies are doing very well.