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São Paulo, December 21, 2004 – GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL and Bovespa: GOLL4), Brazil’s low-fare, low-cost airline, will begin flights to its first international destination, Buenos Aires, Argentina, tomorrow December 22. Today, the Company added a new domestic route to Aracaju, departing from Salvador. According to Constantino de Oliveira Júnior, GOL’s President, the start of regular operations to Buenos Aires and Aracaju further reflects the company’s ability to successfully execute its business plan.
“The dedication and hard work of our employees coupled with the successful execution of our business plan which incorporates our commitment to provide travelers with flights at affordable prices, has enabled us to both strengthen Brazil’s commercial airline industry, and expand our offerings to neighboring countries such as Argentina, ” said Mr. Oliveira.
Promotional fares to Buenos Aires can be purchased at www.voegol.com.br, with fares starting at US$167.00 one way (OW). The promotional rates are valid only for round trip ticket purchases until February 2, 2005. Daily flights will depart from São Paulo (Guarulhos Aiport) at 10:20 AM and 8:45 PM, arriving in Buenos Aires (Ezeiza Airport), at 12:20 PM and 10:40 PM, respectively.
“Air transportation strengthens the tourism industry in the State of Sergipe by conveniently linking Aracaju to other Brazilian cities. By providing this service, GOL will have the privilege of contributing to the region’s development.” said Lincoln Noriya Amano, GOL’s Commercial Director. Daily flights will depart from Aracaju at 5:00 AM, arriving in Salvador at 5:45 AM. Fares start from R$ 125,00.
About GOL Linhas Aéreas
Inteligentes
GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, a “low-cost, low-fare” airline, is one
of the most profitable and fastest growing airlines in the industry worldwide. GOL
operates a simplified fleet with a single-class of service. It also has one of the
youngest and most modern fleets in the industry that results in low maintenance,
fuel and training costs, and therefore high aircraft utilization and efficiency
ratios. In addition, safe and reliable services, which stimulate GOL’s brand
recognition and customer satisfaction, allow GOL to have the best cost-benefit
service in the market. GOL currently offers service to 37 major business and travel
destinations in Brazil and one international destination, with substantial expansion
opportunities. In 2005, GOL plans to grow by increasing frequencies in existing
markets and adding service to additional markets in both Brazil and other high-traffic
South American travel destinations. GOL listed its shares on the NYSE and the Bovespa
in June 2004.
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This release contains forward-looking statements relating to the prospects of the business, estimates for operating and financial results, and those related to growth prospects of GOL. These are merely projections and, as such, are based exclusively on the expectations of GOL’s management concerning the future of the business and its continued access to capital to fund the Company’s business plan. Such forward-looking statements depend, substantially, on changes in market conditions, government regulations, competitive pressures, the performance of the Brazilian economy and the industry, among other factors and risks disclosed in GOL’s filed disclosure documents and are, therefore, subject to change without prior notice.
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GOL LINHAS AÉREAS INTELIGENTES S.A.
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Richard F. Lark, Jr.
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Name: Richard F. Lark, Jr.
Title: Vice President – Finance, Chief Financial Officer
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